Training Opportunities & Experience Designed For You
Notice
All practicum/internship spots are filled for the Spring 2024 semester.
- Applications for Fall 2024 will be accepted starting April 1, 2024.
Who's Qualified
Students completing graduate studies in any of the following fields that have a practicum and/or internship component to their training:
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Addiction Counseling
Clinical Social Work
Clinical Psychology
How to Apply
- Meet academic prerequisites and receive permission from your program to apply for practicum/internship.
- Submit a resume and two professional letters of recommendation (e.g., professor, employer, pastor) to Dr. James Honeycutt at CAPS@liberty.edu. These letters must either be emailed directly from the recommender or be a scanned letter with a legitimate hand-written signature, if sent from the student.
- You will be contacted to schedule an interview. Those living outside of driving distance may be permitted to interview via teleconference. All applicants will be notified prior to their academic program’s deadline regardless of outcome.
What to Expect
- Stepped Model: In order to ease students into the therapeutic process, CAPS utilizes a gradual method of exposure. Initially, practicum/intern students observe several sessions conducted by a supervisor with a client. Next, students undertake sessions with a supervisor present in the room to observe and offer subsequent feedback. Finally, students begin meeting with clients individually.
- Clinical field education within our office exposes practicum/intern students to a variety of direct practice opportunities including:
- Intake interview
- Case management
- Individual psychotherapy
- Couples and group therapy
- Educational workshops
- Diagnostic assessments
- Related documentation
- And more.
- Practicum/Intern student training is led by Dr. James Honeycutt, assisted by licensed supervisors with diverse educational backgrounds. Students will also be working alongside a team of clinicians, support staff, and fellow students who represent a range of disciplines, cultures, and specialties.
Frequently Asked questions
Do I need to be a Liberty University student to apply?
No. Although training is completed residentially at CAPS, graduate students from any university and/or seminary will be considered.
When are practicum/internship opportunities offered?
Is supervision offered?
Can I record sessions for class assignments?
How early can I apply for practicum/internship at CAPS?
Are online sessions offered?
Can I divide my internship hours at CAPS and a secondary site?
What if I have questions?