EMDR & DBT Internship Opportunity
Coming September 2025: A Unique, High-Value Internship for Future Trauma Therapists
Are you a graduate student in counseling, psychology, or social work looking for a clinical internship that truly prepares you for a successful career?
At Mill Creek EMDR, we offer a one-of-a-kind internship experience that will set you apart in the field of trauma therapy. Over the course of your internship, you will gain hands-on experience in both Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)—two of the most sought-after, evidence-based modalities for treating trauma.
✅ Earn Over $2,500 in Training & Certification Hours – at No Cost to You
✅ Become DBT-Informed & Gain Certification-Eligible Hours
✅ Complete EMDRIA-Approved EMDR Training & Start Your Certification Journey
✅ Receive Coaching on How to Open Your Own Private Practice
✅ Flexible Scheduling Available
What You Will Gain from This Internship
📌 Master DBT in a DBT-Informed Private Practice Setting
Receive DBT training (30 hours) and hands-on experience with clients
Learn to facilitatie DBT-informed sessions in a real-world clinical setting
Accrue hours toward DBT certification (certification through Evergreen Certifications)
Work with people managing trauma and emotional regulation challenges
📌 Become an EMDR Therapist – EMDRIA-Approved Training Included
Get trained in EMDR therapy by an EMDRIA-approved training program
Shadow experienced EMDR therapists and practice EMDR techniques under supervision
Accrue both therapy and consultation hours toward becoming an EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist
Gain confidence working with complex trauma cases using an integrative approach
📌 Receive Coaching on How to Open Your Own Private Practice
Learn step-by-step strategies for launching a successful therapy business in Washington State
Gain insights into billing, marketing, niche specialization, and ethical considerations
Understand how to attract and retain ideal clients to build a thriving private practice
Your Internship Plan
We designed our program to help you master DBT first, then transition into EMDR, ensuring you develop deep expertise in both modalities.
Phase 1: Training & Observations
✔ Onboarding, clinic policies, and ethics
✔ DBT training (30 hours) & skill-building
✔ Suicide prevention & mandatory reporting training
✔ Shadowing intake sessions
Phase 2: DBT Therapy with Clients
✔ Lead DBT skills training sessions
✔ Work 1:1 with DBT-informed therapy clients
✔ Receive supervision & feedback on your clinical skills
Phase 3: Transition to EMDR Therapy
✔ Complete EMDRIA-approved EMDR training
✔ Shadow and co-lead EMDR therapy sessions
✔ Gradually transition from DBT to EMDR with real clients
Phase 4: Advanced EMDR Practice & Career Coaching
✔ Provide EMDR therapy to clients under supervision
✔ Gain EMDR consultation hours toward EMDRIA certification
✔ Private practice coaching – learn how to build your therapy business
Why Choose This Internship?
✔️ Receive Over $2,500 in Training & Certification Hours – FREE
Most internship programs charge you for training. We invest in YOU by covering your DBT and EMDR training costs, setting you up for success in your career.
✔️ Work in a DBT-Informed Private Practice Setting
Gain real-world experience using DBT in a private practice model, preparing you for work in outpatient clinics or your own future practice.
✔️ Get on the Path to EMDRIA Certification
Start your journey toward EMDRIA EMDR Certification with an approved EMDR training and supervised client work, saving you time and money after graduation.
✔️ Learn How to Build Your Own Private Practice in WA State
We don’t just train great therapists—we help you become a successful private practice owner, teaching you everything you need to launch and grow a thriving business.
✔️ Flexible Scheduling
We understand that many graduate students have existing jobs and commitments. That’s why we offer some flexibility in scheduling and will do our best to work around your current work schedule.
Who Should Apply?
This internship is a perfect fit for:
✔ Graduate students in counseling, social work, or psychology seeking a high-value internship
✔ Future therapists who want hands-on experience in DBT and EMDR
✔ Those looking to stand out in a competitive job market with specialized trauma training
✔ Interns interested in starting their own private practice after school or licensure