Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2026 Internship

Sacred Heart Counseling offers a clinical internship experience for graduate counseling students who are seeking strong supervision, meaningful clinical work, and a collegial, faith-integrated environment. Interns are welcomed as valued members of our team and are supported as they grow in clinical skill, confidence, and professional identity.

Our Approach to Training

Interns at Sacred Heart Counseling are part of a collaborative and supportive team culture. We emphasize thoughtful clinical work, ethical practice, and care for the whole person—client and clinician alike.

Interns receive:

• Individual supervision and triadic supervision, integrated with a Catholic understanding of the human person

• Supervision that is developmentally appropriate, supportive, and clinically rigorous

• Opportunities for reflection on the integration of faith and clinical practice, when appropriate to the intern and the client

• Participation in weekly staff meetings, fostering collegial connection, case consultation, and professional formation within a private practice setting

• Scheduling flexibility, with attention to academic commitments and the developmental needs of interns while maintaining consistency of care for clients

Clinical Experience

Interns have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and presenting concerns, including:

• Individuals and couples

• Children, adolescents, and adults

• Clients of varying backgrounds, genders, and life stages

• A wide range of presenting issues, depending on interest, training level, and availability

At this time, Sacred Heart Counseling does not offer existing therapy groups. However, highly motivated interns may propose and develop a therapy group, with approval and appropriate supervision. If a group experience is required by the intern’s university, he or she may also seek an additional placement to meet this requirement.

Internship Timeline

For fall placements beginning in August, our anticipated timeline is:

• Application deadline: March 30

• Interviews: Scheduled throughout April

• Offers extended: By the end of April

• Intern confirmation deadline: May 1

This timeline is designed to be respectful of students’ academic requirements while allowing for a thoughtful and intentional matching process.

Who We’re Looking For

We are especially well-suited for interns who:

• Value strong supervision and feedback

• Are open to faith-integrated supervision

• Desire experience in a private practice setting

• Are eager to learn, collaborate, and serve a variety of clients with professionalism and compassion

How to Apply

Students interested in applying for an internship at Sacred Heart Counseling are invited to submit the following materials:

• A current resume

• A cover letter describing your clinical interests, training goals, and interest in a faith-integrated private practice setting

• A list of three professional or academic references

Application materials should be sent via email to careers@sacredheartva.com.