Our Clinical Psychology Internship is designed to prepare aspiring professionals for application to Doctorates in Clinical Psychology or a career in psychotherapy and counselling.
We are a registered charity (Charity Number: 1191308) providing one-to-one, online coaching to anyone globally, especially those from developing countries. We are a current partner of the United Nations Development Programme and a trusted placement provider with dozens of universities including UCL, Bath, and Loughborough.
We are recruiting monthly cohorts of Clinical Psychology Interns to support our clients. Clinical Psychology Interns will first receive one month of intensive training on how to treat anxiety, depression, phobia and addiction, then they will support clients for two months. They’ll start with easier clients and work their way up.
This internship is a remote, unpaid full-time (~30 hours/week) role. We have past interns from Harvard, Cambridge, Oxford, UCL and LSE. ~80% of our alumni have got paid roles in mental health (e.g., Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners, Assistant Psychologists, Support Worker), or gained admission to a relevant degree programme.
We take applications on a rolling basis with monthly cohorts!
You can ask us questions via recruitment@overcome.org.uk - note that this role is fully remote and our recruitment team responds to inquiries from Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm UK time.
Responsibilities
1st Month
Full-time Intensive Training
Engage in full-time intensive training covering motivational interviewing, and the most important techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy and acceptance commitment therapy.
Diverse Learning Activities
Learning activities include live workshops, self-study, quizzes, one-to-one/group roleplays, and assessments.
2nd and 3rd Month
Client Work
~90% of interns pass training to support real clients. They keep track of client sessions and update their supervisor. They also attend weekly internal clinical supervision and ~monthly external clinical supervision.
Opportunities
Other opportunities include training future cohorts, completing recruitment role-plays to recruit future interns, conducting research, managing your own project in mental health, etc.
Post-Internship Opportunities
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70% of our alumni continue volunteering with us to see clients at flexible hours.
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2% chance of full-time employment at a competitive salary.
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Some clients may pay for extended coaching sessions, mutually agreed between you and the client. You keep all the money and get paid by them directly.
What We're Looking For
Required
Passion
Strong interest in psychotherapy, counselling, and/or clinical psychology.
Strong Language Skills
Fluent in English. Good at explaining things simply.
Commitment
Ability to commit full-time (~30 hours per week) for the full duration of the three month internship
Financial Independence
Can fund your own living expenses. We provide no salary or stipend.
Soft Skills
Good under pressure. Fast learner. Organised.
Likability
Great at building relationships, in one to one settings, very quickly.
Desirable
Relevant Education
Relevant degrees or past training
Certifications
Relevant certifications in Psychotherapy or Counselling
Client-Facing Experience
Experience in supporting others' mental health
Tutoring Experience
One-to-one teaching in any context
Lived Experience
Having dealt with mental illness yourself
Living in LMIC
Living in a low or middle income country (e.g. India, Kenya, Romania)
Recruitment Process
Three rounds of selection to accept the Top 5% of applicants:
CV Screening (90% pass rate)
To check that you'll be available for the internship and are aware of what you're applying for.
Theory Quiz (30% pass rate)
We'll share materials for you to study, then you'll complete a short quiz before the deadline.
Roleplay (30% pass rate)
You'll put the theory into action by completing a mock client session.
Please note that:
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Successful applicants will be onboarded around one week before the start date.
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If you reached the roleplay stage but is unsuccessful, we aim to provide tailored feedback by the latest one week after the start date of the cohort you applied for.
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On average, applicants complete the roleplay assessment twice before getting accepted.
Testimonials
Abdullah Ahmad Dar
In the internship period, I have learnt more about myself and how I can grow than I would have in any internship experience.
Alice Carli
In a few months, Overcome has provided me with more useful clinical experience than three years studying Psychology at university.
Alyssa Sotelo
I'm so glad that I joined Overcome for the experience, but also for the friends.
Crystal Liyadi
Overcome internship is a BIG stepping stone as I build a career in clinical psychology.
Drew Horrobin
My time working at Overcome has changed the way I communicate with friends, those in need, and myself.
Linka Lin
I've gained invaluable insights and practical experience in mental health, solidifying my decision to pursue this career.
Magalie Eid
This internship prepared me for the next job opportunity I will be applying for, which is an assistant psychologist position.
Mohammed Usman
My time at Overcome was incredibly rewarding, both personally and professionally.
Niamh Somodi-Spence
Overcome has by far given me the best practical experience of the many volunteering positions I have been involved in.
Soraya Da Silva Barros
In three months, Overcome gave me a taste of my dream profession as a Clinical Psychologist, and has definitely strengthened my passion for Psychology.
Aditi Ratra
This internship has been immensely more impactful than all the work experiences I've had during my three years of undergraduate studies.
Alicia Ang
Overcome provided me with the invaluable opportunity to grow and excel, not just academically but also personally and professionally.
Amy Lynn Degner
This internship has provided me with my first practical clinical experience and has helped me become a confident coach.
David Boudville
Four months at Overcome taught me more about CBT than an entire university course did.
Jasmine Leffman
Overcome has provided me with invaluable experience and confidence in the world of therapy.
Lynn Wacu
In the three months, Overcome has made me a competent coach.
Michele Mollentz
The level and depth of the knowledge base in mental health was truly informative and life-changing.
Monika Rybak
In these four months I have gained a lot of confidence in my abilities.
Nishaa Sivalingathasan
Overcome does exactly what it's called overcoming personal, professional, and social goals to help you grow.
Tatiana Garcia
From this internship I gained unrivalled experience, new friends, and support for my professional aspirations.
Akhila Mahadevan
I gained more knowledge in four months at Overcome than I did at university.
Alize Marsh
In four months Overcome has developed my skills, helped my confidence, and pushed my ambitions.
Carolina Bosco
Overcome is an amazing opportunity for anyone who is struggling with the job search and really wants to start practicing what they've learned during their studies.
Dominic White
I have learnt a huge amount from the Overcome team, and from clients I have worked with.
Laura Bailey
Overcome has not only changed our clients' lives positively, but my life completely.
Maarab Zaheer
This internship has not only strengthened my skills as a Mental Health Coach but has also deeply enriched my personal growth.
Milly Mak
Overcome gave me the practical experience and boosted my confidence in therapeutic skills.
Nandinee Rajkhowa
In these three months, Overcome has helped me gain confidence in myself and shown me my unique strengths as a future practitioner.
Ria Shoker
The Overcome Community strengthened my skills, knowledge, and confidence in the field of clinical psychology.
