This application is for psychology doctoral students. Apply for the Masters level student training program application HERE. For additional information, please visit our Psychology Practicum Training Program Website HEREGeneral Program Requirements:
Students must be available to work two (2) days per week (16 hours total - weekdays only) beginning September 9, 2026 through June 30, 2027 (full year possible, if desired and approved by clinical program). All students are required to be in placement every Wednesday, 9am - 5pm. Students placed in a Child/Family Services program must be available to work until 8pm at least one (1) evening per week.
Supervision: One (1) hour of weekly individual supervision with a licensed clinical psychologist is provided. Peer supervision is also offered bi-weekly by a psychology intern who is supervised by the Internship Director. Two (2) live observations are required over the course of the year as well as two (2) audio recordings.
Time off: Students are given a total of 10 days of time off.
Bilingual Stipend: A $5,000 stipend (paid in equal installments during the training year) is available for students who are fluent in Armenian (Glendale site only) or Spanish and able to use the language in their clinical work. To qualify, you will be required to take a brief language test.
Latine Bilingual Specialization: This specialization serves as a supplemental opportunity for students accepted to Didi Hirsch’s Psychology Practicum and Master’s Level Training Programs and provides students with focused guidance on the provision of culturally responsive clinical services to Spanish speaking/bilingual and Latine clients in a community mental health setting.
Specialization Benefits and Opportunities:
- Connect with other bilingual student therapists who are doing the same meaningful and highly needed clinical work
- Receive supervisory and peer support while developing your professional identity as a bilingual/Spanish speaking therapist
- Practice providing culturally responsive support to underserved Spanish speaking/ Bilingual clients and families within a community mental health setting
- Practice providing clinical care that centers and values Latinx/e culture and context
Specialization Components:
In addition to completing the core requirements for the Psychology Practicum Training Program or Master’s Level Training Program, students in this specialization will:
- Participate in Bilingual group supervision
- Receive information on Latino Mental Health
- Provide therapeutic services to Spanish speaking/Bilingual clients/families
- Have the opportunity to engage in a community outreach project oriented to Latinx/e mental health community needs
Placement Position Descriptions: Training Year 2026 - 2027See next page of application for details.Child/Family Services Outpatient Programs (hybrid work; must be available to work at least 1 evening per week until 7/8 pm):
The Child/Family Services outpatient program provides services to children, adolescents and their families. Clients present with a wide range of presenting problems. Diagnoses treated include disruptive behavior disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, PTSD, and substance use. A significant number of clients have a history of experiencing some type of trauma. Students work on multidisciplinary teams and are involved in conducting initial assessments (which includes determination of DSM-5-TR diagnosis), treatment planning, individual therapy, group therapy (when possible), and case management (as needed). Therapy sessions typically include parents, other family members, and other adult caregivers as indicated.
Adult Services Outpatient Programs (hybrid work; some field-based work may be required):
The Adult Services outpatient program provides services to adults (age 18 and above), many of whom experience severe and persistent mental illness which has affected their daily functioning. Clients are typically experiencing numerous psycho-social stressors including lack of housing, lack of support, and significant medical conditions. Client diagnoses include mood disorders, psychotic disorders, PTSD, and substance use disorders. A significant number of clients have a history of experiencing some type of trauma and many have significant medical conditions. Students work on multidisciplinary teams and are involved in conducting initial assessments (which includes determination of DSM-5-TR diagnosis), treatment planning, individual therapy, group therapy (when possible), and case management (as needed).
Outpatient Substance Use Clinic (hybrid work):
The Outpatient Substance Use program provides services to youth (age 17 and under) and adults (age 18 and above) who are experiencing life challenges related to substance use or a risk of substance use. Clients are often experiencing numerous psycho-social stressors including past and current trauma, financial challenges, housing instability, insufficient social support networks, and significant medical conditions. Foci of treatment include risk of escalation of problematic substance use; and/or alcohol, marijuana, stimulant, opioid, sedative, and hallucinogen use disorder. Co-occurring mental health symptoms are also addressed given their frequent interplay with substance use issues. Students are involved in conducting initial assessments (which includes determination of DSM-5-TR diagnosis), treatment planning, individual therapy, group therapy (when possible), case management (as needed), and collaboration with medication for addiction treatment (MAT) and mental health services providers. Supervision will provide particular emphasis on building familiarity with motivational interviewing, CBT, and principles of harm reduction.Contact InformationDidi Hirsch Mental Health Services
Training Division
323 N. Prairie Ave., Suite 430
Inglewood, CA 90301
Giselle Collins, Ph.D., Training Director
gcollins@didihirsch.org