Doctoral Internship in Professional Psychology
The Danielsen Institute at Boston University offers a one-year full-time training program for psychology interns, focusing on the development of clinical skills (assessment, psychotherapy, case consultation) and the integration of psychological perspectives with religious/spiritual/existential perspectives.
The primary theoretical orientation of the training program is psychodynamic—including developmental theory, object relations, self-psychology and existentialism—but we also draw in substantive ways from systems theory, multicultural perspectives, religious/spiritual resources, cognitive psychology, and biological science.
The internship is based upon a reflective practitioner model of training which emphasizes critical, collaborative reflection upon clinical activities and attention to personal formation in addition to knowledge and skill development. Interns will be asked to reflect upon their personal history and identity as relevant to developing their capacity to work effectively with issues of identity and diversity.
The internship program has been accredited by the American Psychological Association since 1998. Accreditation can be verified at the APA Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation, 750 First Street, NE, Washington, D.C. 20002-4242 (phone: 202-336-5500 or 202-336-6123 TDD.)
For further information about the program and application process see the links below:
Goals, Objectives & Competencies
Program Facilities & Resources
Internship Policies & Regulations
Intern Selection & Application Process