Psychotherapies Training based Internship
Class every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 5 pm to 6:30 pm
Overview
The Psychotherapy Internship Program is an intensive, hands-on experience designed for students and professionals looking to enhance their practical skills in psychotherapy.
120 hours
Topics to be covered
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This intensive internship blends theoretical learning with practical experience. From understanding mental disorders and diagnostic criteria to applying various treatments, you'll immerse yourself in the comprehensive world of clinical psychology.
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- The importance of the client-therapist relationship in therapeutic outcomes
- Techniques for building rapport and trust
- Role-play: Establishing rapport in the initial session
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- Core concepts: Cognitive restructuring, thought patterns, and behavioural interventions
- Practical demonstration: Identifying cognitive distortions
- Case study analysis: A CBT case with depression/anxiety
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- Exposure therapy for anxiety disorders and phobias
- Behavioral experiments and activity scheduling
- Role-play: Conducting a CBT session for social anxiety
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- Core DBT skills: Mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness
- Practical exercise: Mindfulness practice and group discussion on emotional regulation
- Role-play: Teaching a client DBT skills
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- Core principles: Empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard
- Group exercise: Practicing active listening and empathic responses
- Case study discussion: A client dealing with self-worth issues
240 hours
Topics to be covered
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- Introduction to Gestalt therapy: Focus on the present and experiential exercises
- Practical demonstration: Empty chair technique and its applications
- Role-play: Conducting a Gestalt therapy session with an unresolved issue
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- Exploring the unconscious mind and defense mechanisms
- Case study analysis: Understanding a psychodynamic case with relational patterns
- Practical exercise: Free association and exploring transference in therapy
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- Supervised role-play: Conducting a complete therapy session using the chosen therapeutic approach
- Peer feedback and group discussion on techniques, challenges, and improvements
- Supervision from the facilitator on therapeutic interventions
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- Supervised role-play: Continuing practice with different therapeutic approaches
- Final reflections and feedback from the facilitator
- Group discussion: Lessons learned, personal growth, and professional development
Ms Shivika Chadha : Psychotherapist, clinical hypnotherapist and Educator at Socially Souled
Evaluation Parameters - Attending review meeting is mandatory
- Attendance - 5 marks
- Class Participation - 15 marks
- Class assignments and activities - 30 marks
- Viva/ Quiz- 10 marks
- Written assessment/ Report making- 40 marks
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Beginner to Intermediate Level
Choose the 120-hour program if you're new to psychology, currently in high school, or in your first year of a bachelor’s degree and want to build a strong foundation in the field. -
Advanced Level
Choose the 240-hour program if you're pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s in psychology and want an in-depth experience—this program includes everything from the 120-hour course and much more.
Perks
Why Choose Our Training?
Comprehensive Learning: From foundational knowledge to specialized insights, our curriculum equips you with a well-rounded understanding of clinical psychology.
Innovative Approach: Blend theoretical knowledge with practical applications, engage in cutting-edge research, and learn from real case studies.
Personalized Experience: Benefit from a small cohort size, individualized mentorship, and customized learning paths that align with your career goals.
Professional Network: Connect with industry experts, fellow interns, and alumni, fostering a community of professionals committed to advancing mental health care.