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Student and intern training programs

Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services offers advanced clinical training programs for graduate students in psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, professional counseling, and related fields. Our programs are rooted in evidence-based practices, designed to meet the evolving needs of the communities we serve.

With a commitment to inclusivity, cultural humility, and real-world experience, each program offers a unique opportunity to build the skills, confidence, and compassion required to succeed in today’s behavioral health field.

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Doctoral internship training program

Accredited by the American Psychological Association since 1956, the Didi Hirsch Doctoral Internship Training Program is one of the oldest accredited programs in the nation. This full-time, year-long internship experience provides broad training in the professional practice of psychology within the context of a large community mental health center setting. Learn More

Master’s level training program

The Didi Hirsch Masters Level Student Training Program provides MFT, MSW and PCC students with in-depth, comprehensive training in the provision of clinical services within the context of a large community mental health agency. Master's Level students work part-time in our Adult or Child/Family programs, including substance use, residential, and crisis residential programs. In some training years, placement opportunities may also be available in our Suicide Prevention Center. Learn More

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Psychology practicum training program

The Didi Hirsch Psychology Practicum Program provides advanced clinical psychology graduate students with in-depth, comprehensive training in the provision of evidence-based clinical services within the context of a large community mental health center setting. Practicum students work part-time in either our Adult or Child/Family programs. Learn More

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