About the role#
This is a paid, full-time graduate-level internship focused on Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and clinical therapy. Interns work directly with clients of various ages who have experienced grief, trauma, depression, and anxiety. You will carry a small caseload while working under the guidance of a field supervisor. This position requires a two-semester commitment.
What you'll do#
- Provide therapy to a small caseload of clients.
- Utilize evidence-based therapeutic modalities including TF-CBT, CBT, DBT, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
- Collaborate with the client's multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Conduct client assessments, treatment planning, and discharge planning.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions and progress.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a master’s level social work, counseling, or psychology program.
- Ability to provide clinical mental health services.
- Familiarity with evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
- Experience or coursework related to client assessments and treatment planning.
- Capacity to support clients experiencing grief and trauma.
- Academic background in Psychology, Nursing, or Public Health.
Location & details#
- Location: Nashville, Tennessee.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
About Mental Health Cooperative
Mental Health Cooperative is a nonprofit organization founded in 1993. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, the company provides integrated mental and physical health care services. It employs approximately 726 people across multiple locations. The organization focuses on case management, therapy, and psychiatry for adults with serious mental illnesses and children facing emotional or behavioral challenges.
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