Psychology Practicum
Training Philosophy and Goals

Philosophy

We value our multicultural, multidisciplinary and multitheoretical learning and working environment. Enhancement of multicultural skills is an important aspect of our program. Our staff and training program is interdisciplinary, involving clinical social workers, clinical psychologists, counseling psychologists, psychiatrists and a psychiatric nurse practitioner. The diverse theoretical approaches utilized by staff enrich our work while our shared awareness of developmental issues and of brief therapy provide common ground.

Goals

We are committed to providing to each student:

  • A comprehensive program of professional development and mentoring to assist in the development of a clear and strong professional identity
  • An environment where challenge is coupled with encouragement and support, and psychological science is interwoven in clinical practice
  • Exposure to the full range of services, therapeutic perspectives, and methodologies offered by CAPS, and the opportunity to gain a substantial and varied body of clinical experience
  • Generalist training with opportunities to develop special interests

We expect that students will contribute to the CAPS mission through engaging in the work of the agency. However, we recognize that the trainee is a student and therefore will not be held to the same work expectations as permanent staff.