Clinical Internship Program

Cassandra here!— Since early in my career, I’ve felt the powerful weight held by clinical supervision and peer support, especially at the pre-licensed level, and I was hopeful to become a supervisor as my experience in the field progressed. It was incredibly fulfilling to eventually step into that role at a colleague’s practice to supervise their therapists-in-training. This drive has been a huge factor in my passion for opening Nest.

At Nest, we understand that some clients are hesitant to meet with a clinical intern, worried it won't result in as effective treatment. On top of student therapists’ bright eagerness, fresh ideas and perspectives, and determined commitment to your care, the support they get behind the scenes ensures you get what you need out of your therapy. In supervision at Nest, we stay closely engaged with the actual clinical work as it unfolds so both clients and interns feel thoroughly supported. Our approach to supervision is structured but adaptive and responsive, rooted in abolitionist principles that center student growth and client dignity rather than control or hierarchy. We pull from a range of clinical frameworks to think through the work in an integrated way, so interns can learn to approach cases with flexibility rather than relying on a single model. It’s almost like having two therapists in one.

So if your therapist is an intern, that means they:

• Receive frequent, in-depth supervision and consultation on their cases, so your clinical care is actively considered from multiple perspectives to ensure thorough treatment

• Get trained in anti-oppressive, abolitionist practices, including anti-carceral crisis response and power-aware relational work that centers your autonomy

• Are encouraged to advocate for your needs, even if this means pushing back on their supervisor or practice policies if something is causing you harm

• Receive support in establishing sustainable, evolving burnout prevention and self-care practices so they can sustainably show up for you

• Have access to training opportunities to continually strengthen their clinical skills, evolving their approach as you evolve as a client.

Are you a student interested in serving marginalized communities?

Nest’s supervision program supports interns in becoming independent clinicians who can trust their clinical judgment, practice sustainably, and navigate the power of their role with thoughtful attention to systemic context. The program balances reliable support with flexibility, helping interns discover their own clinical identity and the kind of therapist they want to be—even if that differs from the supervisor’s own therapeutic approach—as long as it’s thoughtfully centering the client’s care.

If you’re looking for a practice grounded in anti-oppressive, abolitionist principles where you can grow your clinical skills and shape a long-term vision for your career… Nest Therapy may be the right fit for you! Cassandra co-creates the experience with each intern to meet their unique clinical and personal goals. Additionally, the program offers opportunities to learn practical aspects of private practice, like navigating insurance and managing a business, to support your future growth. Whether you’re exploring your clinical style or preparing to run your own practice someday, there’s space for you here. Reach out to learn more!