Training
Clinical Student Training Program
Join our team and make a difference in the behavioral health community.
MCMH is an equal opportunity employer. MCMH provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation (including gender identity or gender expression), height, weight, veteran or military status, marital status, familial status, disability status, certain arrest or conviction records, genetic predisposition, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (“Protected Characteristics”).
Testimonials
Students thrive at MCMH.
We provide impactful experiences that effectively prepare students for their future careers in mental health as they develop and mature professionally.
“I was entrusted with meaningful autonomy as a clinician-in-training, allowing me to build confidence in my therapeutic approach while feeling fully supported by a team committed to accessible and compassionate care.”
“I participated in the year-long externship program at the Metropolitan Center for Mental Health and through individual, group supervision, and didactics I gained highly valuable clinical experience that continues to inform my private practice today.”
Partner Universities
Supported by Top Universities in the NYC Tri-State Area
Many universities have partnered with MCMH to offer students invaluable real-world experience. Students receive essential skills based training that enhances their ability to be competent therapists and inform their career path.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions.
Students can expect a comprehensive, hands-on training experience that integrates clinical practice with regular supervision and professional development. Trainees will work with diverse client populations, engage in case discussions, and apply psychological theories to real-world settings under the guidance of licensed professionals.
MCMH offers individualized supervision, ongoing feedback, and opportunities to develop clinical skills in a supportive environment. Trainees are encouraged to explore different therapeutic approaches, participate in didactics, and reflect on their experiences to foster growth as ethical and competent clinicians.
Students will gain experience in conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing individual and group therapy. They will also be exposed to a variety of behavioral health concerns and learn to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
MCMH welcomes graduate-level trainees in Psychology (Ph.D./ Psy.D.), Social Work (MSW), Mental Health Counseling (MHC), and Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT). Applicants should be enrolled in accredited programs and have a foundational understanding of clinical practice. We also have a Pre-Doctoral Psychology Internship and a Post-Doctoral Psychology Fellowship for psychologists who are graduating or have graduated from accredited programs.
