Practicum training program

Counseling Services (CS) typically offers part-time, ten-month (August 1 to May 31) practicum positions for psychology students in clinical or counseling PsyD or Ph.D. programs and for University of Nevada, Reno MSW program students in their foundation or concentration field placement years. Students from external MSW or other Master’s level mental health programs are also welcome to reach out if interested in training with University CS, and available positions will be assessed on a year-by-year basis.

The University CS practicum program provides more than just on-the-job practicum training. We offer high-quality training and supervision to help our practicum counselors deliver effective brief counseling to college students with an emphasis on culturally responsive practice and humility.

We provide comprehensive generalist training experience in university psychological services. Weekly structured didactic trainings are provided on clinical, professional, and diversity topics, and individual and group supervision are provided. Clinical responsibilities include providing individual and group counseling, providing initial evaluations, and conducting psychological assessments (optional for psych practicum). Activities in prevention and outreach are also available and encouraged.

Fields

Psychology

Our psychology practicum training program offers 20 hour per week counseling emphasis positions for doctoral psychology students. Special, focused 10-20 hour per week ADHD and learning disability assessment rotations are available as opportunities become available.

Social Work

Social work practicum positions will be coordinated in conjunction with the UNR MSW field education program; however, students from external MSW or other Master’s level mental health programs are welcome to reach out if interested in training with UNR CS. Available positions will be assessed on a year-by-year basis.

Practicum contact

Jodi Thomas, Psy.D.
Director of Training
Associate Director
Licensed Psychologist

Phone: (775) 682-8773
Email: jodit@unr.edu