Training Opportunities at Mind Matters
Practicum • Internship • Postdoctoral Fellowship
At Mind Matters, we are proud to offer high-quality clinical training experiences for students and emerging professionals in social work, counseling, and psychology. Our training opportunities are designed to support skill development, clinical confidence, and professional growth in a collaborative and supportive outpatient environment.
Program Overview
Mind Matters offers practicum, internship, and postdoctoral placements for candidates who can begin training in the summer semester, followed by continued placement through the fall and spring semesters. At this time, we are unable to consider mid-year (January) start dates.
This training timeline supports:
- Continuity of care for clients
- Structured onboarding and orientation
- Adequate and consistent clinical supervision
- Alignment with national placement match systems and most graduate program calendars
Summer start dates allow us to maintain a cohesive training schedule and ensure a smooth onboarding process for trainees.
What to Expect
Trainees at Mind Matters engage in a wide range of clinical and professional development experiences, including:
•Shadowing experienced clinicians at the start of placement
•Transitioning into conducting individual therapy sessions
•Co-facilitating or leading therapy and psychoeducational groups
•Participating in monthly staff meetings
•Attending clinical trainings and didactic seminars
•Receiving individual and group supervision
•Participating in case presentations and clinical consultations
Our goal is to offer an enriching, real-world training experience grounded in evidence-based practice, cultural competence, and ethical care.
Internship Program Updates as of March 2026
Mind Matters is currently reviewing applications and interviewing potential internship candidates for the Summer 2026-Spring 2027 internship cycle. Please check back for updates regarding internship opportunities for the Summer 2027-Spring 2028 internship cycle as information becomes available.
At this time, Mind Matters is unable to accept interns for mid-year (January) start dates or placements that require only one semester.
Summer 2026- Spring 2027 Internship Timeline
- Internship term: Summer 2026 – Spring 2027
- Application deadline: March 14, 2026
- Formal interviews: End of March 2026
- Interview notifications: Sent via individual email invitations
- Final selections: Completed by the end of March 2026
Application Materials
Materials to submit:
- Cover letter
- Resume or CV
- Three letters of recommendation
- Academic transcript
- Essay describing interest in training at Mind Matters
Please be prepared for a formal interview with members of our clinical team
Supervision and Support
Each intern or trainee is matched with a licensed clinician for regular supervision and mentorship. Because supervisors can only oversee a limited number of trainees under their licensure, we prioritize structured onboarding and carefully managed caseloads to ensure a high-quality training experience for every participant.
Get in Touch
To learn more or to express your interest in our upcoming training cycle, please contact: Dr. Chaundy or Dr. Witmer
📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected]
📞 844-696-4631
We appreciate your interest in Mind Matters and look forward to supporting you on your professional journey.