Doctoral Counseling Intern

Thank you for considering an internship with Chosen, PLLC. We’re excited to support counseling psychology and counselor education doctoral students in their professional development and training. This experience is designed with a strong foundation, but also offers flexibility to shape the internship around your goals and interests.

🌟 Why Join Team Chosen?

At Chosen, PLLC, you’ll be part of a supportive, engaged team of highly skilled mental health professionals. We are relational, collaborative, and deeply committed to the clients and communities we serve. Together, we grow, encourage one another, and strive to reach our fullest potential.

If you’re seeking a private practice environment with a strong support system, this is the place to thrive.

💡 Who We’re Looking For

We’d love to meet you if you are someone who:

Is dedicated to providing exceptional mental health services
Values continuous learning and growth
Welcomes feedback and support
Embraces new skills and challenges with confidence
Adapts well in a dynamic, high-level environment
Is committed to serving the community
Enjoys working both independently and collaboratively

🎯 Who Is This Internship For?

This internship is designed for doctoral students who have completed their master’s-level practicum. It may be completed separately or alongside a field experience for course credit.

Note: For Counseling Psychology students, this is not an APPIC pre-doctoral internship.

Applicants should hold at least an educational limited license.

📚 Professional Development Focus

The doctoral internship at Chosen, PLLC is built to strengthen higher-level thinking, self-awareness, and professional identity. You’ll gain insight into the day-to-day work of private practice and organizational leadership, guided by Dr. Leatrice Brooks, LP, and Team Chosen.

Opportunities may include:

Assisting with professional speaking engagements
Shadowing executive coaching sessions
Participating in community engagement experiences

🏡 The Experience

This field experience requires a minimum 7-month commitment. Interns will work directly with Dr. Brooks to identify goals and desired outcomes.

You can expect:

Dedicated office space
Individual counseling (intakes and follow-ups) – minimum 5 weekly sessions, with growth based on capacity
Scheduling, progress notes, and case conceptualization
Hybrid format: in-person and telehealth
Weekly individual supervision with Dr. Brooks (per licensing board requirements)
Leadership, speaking, and executive coaching shadowing
Team meetings (as academic schedule allows)
Team relationship building
Professional development and networking events
Social invitations to connect with the team and Kalamazoo community
End-of-internship reflection presentation/discussion with the team

💵 Compensation & Benefits

Paid percentage (fee-split) of billable service hours (approx. $35/hour)
Free LP or LPC supervision
Fees for professional development opportunities and events included

📑 Application Packet Requirements

CV/Resume
Cover Letter

Submit your application today — we look forward to learning more about you and welcoming you to Team Chosen.