Our Training Pathways
We offer multiple training levels that often build on each other, creating a natural pipeline from trainee to early-career clinician:
Pre-Master’s Training (Practicum & Internship)
For counseling, social work, and related master’s programs, our pre-masters roles are focused on counseling and intervention.
Experiences may include:
Individual counseling with children, teens, and/or adults
Co-facilitation of group therapy
Parent consultation and psychoeducation
Collaboration within a multidisciplinary team
Learning how to coordinate care with assessment providers and medication prescribers
Many of our pre-masters trainees later transition into associate-level counseling positions at Dayspring, where they can continue to grow with familiar supervisors and a supportive team.
Pre-Doctoral Training (Practicum & Pre-Internship)
Doctoral students can deepen both their assessment and therapy skills in a structured, high-support environment:
Psychometrist training and experience in neuropsychological and psychoeducational assessment
Experience administering standardized tests and assisting in report preparation
Individual and group counseling opportunities
Exposure to a broad range of developmental, learning, and mental health concerns
Collaboration with psychiatry/med management providers and other disciplines
These positions are designed to prepare you for doctoral internship and beyond, giving you a strong foundation in both assessment and intervention within a busy group practice.
Doctoral Internship & Postdoctoral Fellowship
Dayspring Behavioral Health is proud to offer both a Doctoral Internship and an Postdoctoral Fellowship.
Our APPIC-aligned programs emphasize:
High-quality clinical training and supervision
Strong assessment and intervention experience
Exposure to multidisciplinary, integrated care
A supportive environment that bridges the gap from trainee to early-career professional
Postdoctoral Fellowships
Our postdoctoral fellowships are ideal for early-career psychologists who want to build depth and confidence in:
Comprehensive neuropsychological and psychoeducational assessment
Evidence-based counseling and intervention
Group therapy and family-focused care
Interdisciplinary collaboration with prescribers and therapists
Professional development and identity as a psychologist in a group practice setting
Many postdocs go on to long-term roles at Dayspring, making this a meaningful launchpad for a sustainable and rewarding career.
What You’ll Learn & Do
Across training levels, you’ll experience the day-to-day reality of working in a multidisciplinary, integrated care setting:
Neuropsychological & Psychoeducational Assessment
(For doctoral-level trainees, interns, and fellows)
Psychometrist training with close supervision and step-by-step support
Experience with commonly used cognitive, academic, behavioral, and social-emotional measures
Participation in feedback sessions and collaborative treatment planning
Counseling & Intervention
(For both pre-masters and doctoral levels)
Individual counseling for children, teens, and often adults
Practical tools for anxiety, depression, ADHD, learning differences, and emotional regulation
Parent guidance and psychoeducation
Coordination with assessment providers and med management to support whole-person care
Group Therapy
Co-facilitation of skills groups and support groups
Learning to manage group dynamics, engagement, and curriculum-based interventions
Integrated Care, Multidisciplinary Team, & Med Management
Because Dayspring is a multidisciplinary practice with on-site medication management, you’ll see firsthand how:
Assessment results inform treatment and medication decisions
Counselors, psychologists, and prescribers collaborate to support each client
Communication across disciplines improves outcomes and continuity of care
This environment means you can see and learn a little bit of everything—assessment, therapy, family work, group treatment, and more.
Supervision & Mentorship
Our training programs are supported by experienced clinical supervisors who truly enjoy mentoring the next generation of mental health professionals. You can expect:
Regular individual and group supervision
Thoughtful, practical feedback to help you grow
Opportunities to discuss ethics, diversity, and real-world clinical decision-making
Support around career direction, self-care, and long-term professional goals
We want you to leave Dayspring not only more skilled, but also more confident, grounded, and excited about your future in this field.
Who Thrives at Dayspring?
We’re intentional about the kind of people we bring onto our team. Beyond your training program and resume, we look for:
Warm, friendly, and approachable humans
Genuine enthusiasm for the helping professions
A desire to be part of a group, not working in isolation
People who naturally open doors, say hello, and interact with others
Interest and experience in working with kids and teens (definite plus)
Strong attention to detail in documentation and follow-through
Reliability: arriving on time, prepared, and ready to engage
A good attitude and optimistic outlook, even on busy days
A “How can I help?” mindset rather than “That’s not my job.”
We believe that many hands can build something fantastic—and that it’s simply more enjoyable to come to work when you’re surrounded by people who love what they do and care about one another.
How to Apply
Master’s-Level Applicants (Practicum, Internship, Associate Roles)
Email your cover letter and resume to: admin@dayspringbh.com
Doctoral-Level Applicants (Practicum, Pre-Internship, APPIC Internship, Postdoc)
Email your cover letter and CV to: internships@dayspringbh.com
We can’t wait to meet you!
