Psychology Training Program
Lavender Fields Psychology is committed to training the next generation of psychologists through supervised clinical experiences for practicum students, predoctoral interns, and postdoctoral fellows. The program is designed to provide intensive training in psychological assessment, psychotherapy, forensic evaluation, professional ethics, supervision, and independent practice development.
Trainees work closely with licensed psychologists and gain hands-on experience serving diverse populations while developing the competencies necessary for ethical, evidence-based psychological practice.
Please Note: This is an independent training program and is not currently accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA).
Training Philosophy
The training program follows a practitioner-scholar model emphasizing the integration of scientific knowledge, clinical expertise, ethical decision-making, and professional identity development.
Training is designed to help emerging psychologists develop into competent, ethical, culturally responsive professionals capable of providing high-quality psychological services across a variety of settings.
Special emphasis is placed on:
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Cultural and contextual factors in psychological practice
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Professional ethics and standards of care
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Supervision and consultation
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Private practice and professional development
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Evidence-based psychological assessment
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Comprehensive report writing
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Diagnostic formulation
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Individual and group psychotherapy
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Forensic and parenting capacity evaluations
Training Goals
The goal of the training program is to prepare trainees to function as competent and ethical psychologists through progressive responsibility and close supervision.
Trainees are expected to develop competencies in:
Training Experiences
Depending on level of training and placement requirements, trainees may participate in:
Practicum Students
Practicum placements are available for graduate students seeking supervised experience in psychotherapy, assessment, and professional development.
Predoctoral Internship
The internship provides advanced clinical training in psychological assessment, psychotherapy, forensic evaluation, and professional practice.
Postdoctoral Fellowship
The postdoctoral fellowship is designed for psychologists seeking advanced specialization in assessment, forensic evaluation, supervision, and independent practice development.
Ideal Candidates
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Strong writing skills
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Openness to supervision and feedback
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Desire to provide excellent clinical care
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Strong ethical character
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Commitment to evidence-based practice
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Professional maturity
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Intellectual curiosity
How to Apply
Individuals interested in practicum, internship, or postdoctoral fellowship opportunities are invited to submit the following materials for consideration:
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Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
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Cover Letter describing training interests, career goals, and reasons for seeking placement with the practice
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One Letter of Recommendation from a faculty member, supervisor, or licensed mental health professional familiar with your clinical work
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Unofficial Graduate Transcript
Selected applicants may be invited to participate in an interview to discuss their training experiences, professional goals, and fit with the program.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as positions become available. Interested applicants should submit all materials electronically through the contact information provided below.
For questions regarding training opportunities, please contact the Director of Training.
Please Note: This is an independent training program and is not currently accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). Trainees are responsible for verifying that participation in the program meets the requirements of their academic institution, licensing board, or training program.