Clinical Practicum

1 YEAR TRAINING FOR DOCTORAL STUDENTS IN PSYCHOLOGY

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About Practicum

Our clinical practicum is a hands-on training experience for advanced doctoral students in clinical psychology who are ready to take their skills to the next level. With a focus on evidence-based treatment for anxiety and related disorders, students work closely with expert supervisors in a supportive, private practice setting. This is more than just training—it’s an opportunity to grow into the kind of clinician you’ve always wanted to be.

TRAINING INCLUDES:

EXPOSURE-BASED TREATMENT TRAINING

Learn to deliver exposure-based treatments for a wide range of anxiety and related disorders, including panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder, as well as in-depth, intensive training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD and Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) for PTSD.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AS AN INDEPENDENT PROVIDER

Build essential private practice skills, from managing your schedule and writing progress notes to collecting fees and operating as a largely autonomous clinician.

COMMITMENT TO HIGH QUALITY SUPERVISION

Receive 2 hours of 1-on-1 individual supervision each week from two different CABT supervisors. These supervisors will change after 6 months.

PARTICIPATION IN WEEKLY STAFF MEETINGS

Attend 1-hour weekly meeting with all CABT Staff that can include group consultation, case presentations, guest speakers, journal clubs,, and specialty topics.

STRUCTURED ASSESSMENT TRAINING

Gain experience with broad evidence-based assessment tools like the MINI©  as well as symptom-specific measures such as the YBOCS© for OCD and the CAPS© for PTSD.

OPPORTUNITY TO ATTEND WORKSHOPS AND CONSULTATIONS

Encouraged to attend all CABT-run clinical workshops and observe expert staff providing real-time consultation. Explore CABT’s clinical workshops here.

Requirements

ADVANCED STUDENT

At least a third-year in a clinical psychology doctoral program (Ph.D. or Psy.D.).

STRONG FOUNDATION IN CBT

Interest in exposure therapy and treating anxiety disorders.

16 HRS/WEEK AVAILABILITY

Must be available all day Thursdays.

How to Apply

CABT follows the PENDELDOT timeline for application submission, interviews, and notification. All materials must be submitted as one document through the PENDELDOT portal.

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  • Past Practicum Student

    "Drs. Tsao and Yusko provided some of the best supervision I received during my graduate training. They are extremely thorough and supportive throughout training and ensure that interventions are delivered with fidelity. I felt extremely prepared heading into internship and was a frequent source of consultation for anxiety and OCD cases for my team while on postdoc."

    -4th year PhD Student from Drexel University

  • Past Practicum Student

    “My practicum experience at CABT was wonderful! Over the course of the year, I received comprehensive, hands-on training in exposure-based therapies for anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder and had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clinical presentations. My supervisors were highly dedicated to helping me achieve my training goals and continuously encouraged me to challenge myself while fostering confidence in my clinical skills.”

    - 3rd year PhD student from Drexel University

  • Past Practicum Student

    "I had the privilege of receiving exceptional training at CABT for my 4th year practicum as a Psy.D. student. The training year provided me with strong foundational skills in clinical assessment and evidence-based exposure treatments of OCD and anxiety-based disorders. My supervisors and the CABT clinicians were eager to share their knowledge and expertise while helping me cultivate my own therapeutic style as a behavior therapist.”

     - 4th year Psy.D. Student from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

  • Past Practicum Student

    “The CABT team’s commitment to providing high-quality training, supervision, and professional development opportunities to trainees stood out to me from day one of my externship. I highly encourage future students to take advantage of the numerous nationally renowned workshops, consultation groups, and didactic seminars that occur throughout the year. I feel that the excellent clinical training I received at CABT prepared me well for internship and beyond!”

    -4th year PhD Student from Drexel University

  • Past Practicum Student

    "Practicum at CABT was an exceptional training experience and instrumental to my development as an anxiety and OCD specialist. Receiving supervision from leading psychologists in the field helped me build advanced skills and a competitive edge for internship and early career success. I felt like a valued member of a supportive, collaborative team, and truly appreciated the fun, engaging environment essential for effective exposure therapy!"

    - 3rd year PsyD Student from LaSalle University