Benefits of completing a Practicum placement with the Couch of Hope:

• Offering cost-free mental health services to all Nova Scotians who otherwise would not be able to access therapy due to financial barriers or long wait times for publicly-funded services
• Working with a diverse range of clients, from pre-teens to older adults, who are navigating many life experiences
• Building deep therapeutic relationships with clients over several months (clients are not limited to a small number of sessions)
• Developing and strengthening your own therapeutic style, chosen modalities, and theoretical lens
• Drawing on peer learning and collegial support from a cohort of fellow Intern Therapists
• Learning from individual, triadic, and group Supervision and case consultation
• Flexible modes of delivery for both you and your clients (in-person, phone, and video  sessions are offered)
• A supportive learning environment in proximity to experienced therapists  means being able to access multiple professional perspectives and resources
• Onsite training opportunities include clinical case consultation meetings, guest speakers, and discussion groups
• Intake and community outreach are provided by the clinic, allowing you to focus on your therapeutic work with clients and gaining your required direct contact hours