Behavioral Health Equity Advanced Clinical Training Program

Applications open for 2027-2028 Training Year

Application Deadline January 4, 2027

Practicum Details:

This practicum is designed to be a 16-20 hour/week commitment with 50% effort in clinical research on a Behavioral Health Equity Program research project and 50% clinical service effort imbedded in a Boston Medical Center department clinic.

Trainees will have opportunities for individual therapy with adults 18+, case consultation, interdisciplinary collaboration, professional development, and didactic training. Depending on clinic, there may be opportunities for group therapy. All trainees will participate in clinical research; please see our Active Projects page for possible opportunities. This practicum will meet requirements to be classified as an advanced practicum in Massachusetts.

Importantly, this is an in-person practicum opportunity. Students will deliver care on the Boston Medical Center campus in the South End and at Fenway Health in Fenway.

BMC Clinical Tracks:

1. Psychodiagnostic Assessment (Integrated into Assessment Clinic in Adult Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic).

2. Behavioral Medicine (Integrated into primary care or other physical health clinic at BMC)

3. Substance Use/PTSD Co-Occurring Disorders (Integrated into substance use or bridge clinic)

This opportunity is ideal for a student interested in pursuing clinical work in: (1) clinical research and (2) traditional, outpatient clinical settings with a focus on caring for patients living with substance use disorders and HIV from underserved and multiply marginalized backgrounds.

Schedule:

1. This practicum will start mid-late August 2027 and end in early September 2028. There can be some flexibility around start and end dates.

2. Students will be onsite at BMC for full days on Wednesdays (8:30-6 pm) and one more full day at Fenway Health. Both sites are accessible by public transit.

Required Skills/Experience:

1. At least one (1) year previous practicum experience (2+ preferred) and experience with CBT/evidence-supported treatments

2. Interest in behavioral health/clinical trial research

3. For assessment track only: Previous comprehensive experience not required, but some familiarity with assessment/diagnostic skills important

This opportunity is likely a good fit for individuals who have completed training and have experience in behavioral medicine/health psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy, and/or clinical assessment and who are interested in working with multiply minoritized individuals.

Application Materials:

1. CV

2. Cover Letter outlining to which track(s) you are applying (up to two) and your relevant experience and interest for that position

3. Two (2) letters of recommendation (at least one (1) from previous clinical supervisor)

4. Writing Example: This could include a case conceptualization or assessment report, ideally that includes attention to identity factors/culture

Staff Psychologists