I'm an undergraduate Psychology major.
As an undergraduate, you are trying to figure out where you fit in the world of psychology. Most internship sites stick their interns behind a desk doing administrative work without any real exposure to the field. We’re different.
Breathe Counseling offers undergraduates:
- Direct, live observation of real counseling sessions
- A behind-the-scenes look at the what the world of counseling is like
- Guidance and advice on grad school options
- Support and letters of recommendation for grad school applications
Plus, we’re already an approved internship site for the University of Northern Colorado!
I'm a graduate Counseling student looking for a practicum or internship.
Breathe Counseling’s graduate practicum and internship program meets all CACREP requirements.
As a graduate level intern at Breathe Counseling, you’ll work directly with clients in individual, couples, and group settings. We see a wide range of clients from adolescents to older adults, and we work with presenting concerns across the spectrum of life issues.
You’ll have plenty of supervision and support to help you learn and grow, with enough autonomy to stand on your own feet.
Breathe Counseling is an approved internship site for most CACREP accredited programs in Colorado.
The schools we work with are:
Adams State University
Capella University
Colorado State University
Colorado Christian University
Denver Seminary
Northwestern University
Don’t see your school? Email us and we will be happy to connect with your internship coordinator!
Unfortunately, due to policy differences, we are unable to accept graduate students from University of Northern Colorado at this time.
Not a graduate student? We ARE still taking undergrads from UNC! Check out our undergraduate tab for more information.
Why we’re the premier internship site for CACREP students:
- Consistent, high-quality supervision focused on helping you develop your unique voice
- Flexible schedule – work whenever you want
- Robust clinical training library
- Friendly, casual environment
- Our supervisors specialize in supervision and go through extensive training to be the most effective support system for you.
I have my master's but need hours and supervision for my LPC.
You need 2000 clinical time and 100 hours of supervision over a minimum of 24 months before you can apply for your LPC.Many supervisors charge upwards of $150 per hour for supervision, meaning your LPC hours could cost you $15,000, or you could be stuck in an agency job with sub-par supervision and no control over your schedule.
At Breathe Counseling, you’ll earn a competitive wage while you complete your licensure hours, AND your supervision is FREE! You’ll also receive guidance on starting your own practice once you’re licensed, and advice for running a successful business. We’ll also help you build your caseload to jumpstart your practice when you’re ready to leave. Breathe Counseling is designed to be a stepping stone for you to launch your career. There are plenty of clients who need our help, and helping you be successful is our way of changing the face of mental health a little bit at a time.
Students and Graduates,
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Ryan would love to speak with you.
Contact Ryan to learn more!
Students & Interns
Are you a counseling graduate looking for practical experience in the field? One of the best ways to gain hands-on experience and develop your skills as a counselor is through an internship.
Counseling internships provide graduates with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, gain exposure to a variety of clients and settings, and develop the skills needed to become a successful counselor.
What Breathe Counseling offers its interns
Supervision and Mentorship
Graduates often seek internships that provide regular supervision and mentorship from experienced professionals. They look for opportunities to receive feedback and guidance from supervisors who can help them develop their skills and provide support as they navigate their new profession.
Our robust internship program offers graduates and students all the support you need to navigate the most challenging and intimidating parts of being a counselor. As you explore and develop your theoretical orientation, our supervisors will help you find your unique voice and grow to become the strongest clinician you can be.
Exposure to a Variety of Clients and Settings
Graduates often look for internships that will provide them with exposure to a diverse range of clients and settings. This can include opportunities to work with individuals from different backgrounds, ages, and cultures, as well as exposure to a variety of counseling settings such as community mental health clinics, hospitals, and private practices.
Opportunities for Skill Development
Graduates want to gain practical experience and develop their counseling skills during their internship. They look for internships that will provide opportunities to practice different counseling techniques, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and family systems therapy.
We have an extensive library of clinical trainings and offer a continuing education stipend to help you pursue the modalities and techniques that intrigue you.
Access to Professional Development Opportunities
Graduates also seek internships that provide opportunities for professional development, such as attending workshops, conferences, and training sessions. These opportunities allow graduates to stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in the field.
Potential for Future Employment
Finally, graduates often consider internships that may lead to future employment opportunities. They look for internships that may provide a foot in the door with potential employers or offer networking opportunities that may lead to future job offers.
Many of our interns stay on with us to complete their required licensure hours.
Ryan Smith, MA, LPC-S
Owner
I approach therapy from a psychodynamic perspective and works largely through the Internal Family Systems model. I have a passion for working with the “hard” cases such as psychosis, suicidal/homicidal ideation, self harm, grief, and severe trauma. As a supervisor, I take an integrative approach and strongly believe in the autonomy of supervisees and students.
My job as your supervisor isn’t to force you into the psychodynamic box, or to make you use IFS, but to help you develop your own voice–whatever that may be. I believe we can disagree about approaches and conceptualization, but still achieve the same result therapeutically with our clients. And that’s what matters.
My background as a crisis intervention supervisor has prepared me to give you the skills and tools to help clients through the darkest time of their lives.
Jessy Pratt, LCSW
Supervisor
I come from a “whole-person” approach, which means physical, mental, and spiritual health are all connected. I enjoy helping people discover the why behind current behavior in order to learn from it.
Jessy has a background in animal assisted therapy, crisis intervention, and case management.