Build Your Clinical Skills Through Our Immersive Training Experience
Our full-year clinical internship provides intensive supervision, training, and professional development for second-year Master's students.
Program Highlights:
- 500 hours of direct clinical experience in our outpatient center
- Weekly individual and group supervision sessions
- Internal trainings on CBT, motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care
- Outreach and pro bono service opportunities
- Gradually build a caseload of 3-6 weekly clients
- Videotape sessions for detailed team feedback
Develop Specialized Skills:
- Addiction and substance abuse counseling
- PTSD and trauma recovery
- Affirmative LGBTQ+ practice
- Mindfulness approaches
- Group counseling
“In my time as an intern, I gained invaluable clinical experiences. The supportive and collaborative environment at CCC provided me with a space to explore my identity as a therapist.”
-Alex, Former Intern
Expectations:
- Passion for our mission of empowering diverse communities
- Strong collaboration, communication, and readiness to grow
- Onsite 1-2 days per week based on availability
Application Process:
- Submit application with resume, cover letter, and 2 letters of recommendations (PDF only)
- Selected applicants invited for interview
- Applications accepted December 1st - March 1st
Join Our Intern Community
Join our close-knit intern peer community focused on professional development and growth. Learn from our diverse staff while building your experience and specialization.
Hear from Our Founder
Our Values
At Chicago Compass Counseling, our values include community stewardship, cultivating self-leadership, and balancing empathy with accountability. We use an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed approach to promote justice, healing, and equity.