Intern at BACC
BACC offers a robust and immersive clinical experience for students, preparing future psychotherapists for licensure and impactful careers in mental health. Interns here take on meaningful challenges and gain practical skills.
Internship Expectations at BACC
BACC internships go beyond standard school requirements. Interns commit to:
A minimum requirement of 2+ semesters.
A year of field experiences is required and BACC only accepts advanced standing students into the program.
Interns are required to be onsite for half their hours.
Attending biweekly group supervision sessions for in-depth clinical insights.
- Dedicating at least five weekly hours to research and outside readings to enhance practicum learning.
- Engaging actively in Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy services, working directly with patients and animals.
- Leading a group session at our farm as part of their training, honing facilitation and therapeutic skills.
- Challenging systems of oppression and promoting social justice, supporting BACC’s commitment to equity in mental health care.
Benefits of Working with Interns
Our Master’s-level interns bring fresh perspectives and emerging skills to BACC, offering:
- Affordable Therapy Options: With fees starting at $50 for sliding-scale services provided by pre-licensed psychotherapists.
- Increased Availability: Smaller caseloads allow interns to offer dedicated attention and quicker availability.
- Cutting-Edge Training: Interns incorporate the latest research-backed methods and dedicate time to continuing education.
- Comprehensive Supervision: Pre-licensed psychotherapists benefit from close supervision by licensed clinicians.
Our interns are future leaders in mental health, trained to provide compassionate, inclusive, and trauma-informed, evidence-based care.
