Vision

The vision of this clinical psychology internship is to create an environment that

  • Provides aspiring mental health professionals the nurturance and guidance in ethical clinical practices

  • Inspires professional as well as personal growth of the individual
  • Promotes inclusivity, participation, and education

Mission

This internship for clinical psychology students aims to empower the future of mental health by

  • Creating competent, ethical, and socially conscious future mental health professionals that make a meaningful difference in the lives of others
  • Creating a theoretical as well as practical understanding of clinical practice
  • Providing mentorship from licensed and experienced clinical psychologists

Co-ordinators

Ms. Sneha Deolankar

M.A., M.Phil in Clinical Psychology

Dr. Apoorva Shrivastava

M.Phil in Clinical Psychology, PhD.

What does the CMH Clinical Psychology Internship in Pune offer?

Widely recognized as the best internship for psychology students in India, our program is divided into three levels which provide hands-on opportunities in

  • Ethical case history, mental status examination, and diagnostic skills
  • Training in administration, scoring, and reports of psychometric assessments
  • Training in basic counselling skills, psychoeducational, and crisis intervention

*Consent from the client will be taken beforehand

Students attending clinical psychology internship from Center For Mental Health

Internship Levels

The aim of Level I (Junior Internship) is to equip the intern with

  • Case history taking skills
  • An understanding of the clinical features of disorders
  • Case history report writing
  • Formulating diagnoses
  • Administering/scoring rating scales/IQ tests

The aim of Level II (Senior Internship) is to equip the intern with the skills to administer, score and report

The aim of Level III (Apprenticeship) is to equip the intern with

  • Basic counselling skills
  • Skills in psychoeducating clients regarding mental health concerns
  • Crisis intervention

*A letter of experience will be provided at the end of each level.

How do I benefit from interning at the Center for Mental Health?

Here are all the benefits you can expect by enrolling in the finest clinical psychology internship in India

  • A letter of clinical experience for further job/academic opportunities

  • Guidance and mentorship from licensed (RCI) clinical psychologists

  • Ethical and holistic approach to practical training in the clinical skills required in mental health
  • Access to academic and clinical reading material for various entrance exams
  • Participation in group discussions, case presentations, and lecture
Counselling psychology internship offered by Center For Mental Health

What do some of our previous interns
have to say about their experience?

“The opportunities that this program offered were what drew me to the CMH internship. I feel privileged to call the therapists here as my mentors, and they have created a space for me to ask for guidance without hesitation. If you’re looking for a place to equip you with practical skills and professional growth, with a warm and conducive environment for learning, then you should definitely apply here!”

Sugandha Navalekar, (Level 3 intern)

“CMH provided me with the opportunity for broadening my knowledge not just theoretically but practically as well. The environment was friendly and approachable, and the amount of mentoring I received was more than anywhere else I have interned. I would definitely recommend CMH to other students because of how personalized, educative and enriching the experience is!”

Aadya Narain , (Level 2 intern)

“CMH focuses on a holistic approach which provided me with the confidence to apply the clinical skills needed such as case history taking and administrating assessments. It is the best place to get experience, supervision and mentorship!”

Gaini Maruti , (Level 2 intern)
“I had the opportunity to learn many skills right from rapport building, clinical interviewing, assessments and writing reports. The mentors were readily accessible and ready to discuss or clarify our doubts. I would recommend CMH to other students as I feel it is the best place for those who want to work as mental health professionals in the future!”
Ankita Maurya , (Level 2 intern)
Level One (junior internship) Level Two (senior internship) Level Three (apprenticeship)
Duration 2 months 2 months 2 months
Frequency 4 days a week, 4 hours per day 4 days a week, 4 hours per day 5 days a week, 5 hours per day
Fees INR 7499/- INR 7499/- INR 7499/-
Eligibility Currently pursuing/Finished Masters in Clinical Psychology, must appear for a screening interview Currently pursuing/Finished Masters in Clinical Psychology, and has passed Level One in the internal assessment. Completed Masters in Clinical Psychology, and has passed Level Two in the internal assessment.
Key
Learnings 		Case history intake and report writing, creating a diagnosis, administration / scoring / reporting of rating scales and IQ tests Psychometric assessments (personality, developmental, neuropsychology)- administration, scoring and reporting Basic counselling skills, psychoeducation, parent counselling and crisis intervention
Max Number of Seats 8 8 8
Min Number of Seats 4 4 4

Level One (junior internship)

  • Duration: 2 months
  • Frequency: 4 days a week, 4 hours per day
  • Fees: INR 7499/-
  • Eligibility: Currently pursuing/Finished Masters in Clinical Psychology, must appear for a screening interview
  • Key Learnings: Case history intake and report writing, creating a diagnosis, administration / scoring / reporting of rating scales and IQ tests
  • Max Number of Seats: 8

  • Min Number of Seats: 4

Level Two (senior internship)

  • Duration: 2 months
  • Frequency: 4 days a week, 4 hours per day
  • Fees: INR 7499/-
  • Eligibility: Currently pursuing/Finished Masters in Clinical Psychology, and has passed Level One in the internal assessment.
  • Key Learnings: Psychometric assessments (personality, developmental, neuropsychology)- administration, scoring and reporting
  • Max Number of Seats: 8

  • Min Number of Seats: 4

Level Three (apprenticeship)

  • Duration: 2 months

  • Frequency: 5 days a week, 5 hours per day

  • Fees: INR 7499/-
  • Eligibility: Completed Masters in Clinical Psychology, and has passed Level Two in the internal assessment.
  • Key Learnings: Basic counselling skills, psychoeducation, parent counselling and crisis intervention
  • Max Number of Seats: 8

  • Min Number of Seats: 4

*Advance payment is mandatory.
*Eligible candidates will receive an email from the internship coordinators to set up a date and time for a screening interview.
*If selected for the internship, candidates will receive a confirmation email along with the payment details and further instructions.

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Discounts/Packages

  • Minimum 10% off for a group of four people
  • Package of L1+L2+L3=
    INR 22,499/- INR 20,499/-

  • Package of L1+L2=
    INR 14,999/- INR 12,999/-