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Novant Health

Pharmacist Intern

Wilmington, NC · On-site

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

Meaningful Patient Impact - Play a key role in delivering safe, accurate, and personalized ... Educate pharmacists, technicians, and other healthcare professionals on appropriate drug therapy

Atlanta Autism Center

BCBA Intern Trainer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

At Atlanta Autism Center (AAC), we provide 100% center-based, early diagnostic and therapy services ... We believe that learning should be fun, which is why we take a naturalistic and play-based approach ...

Atlanta Autism Center

BCBA Intern Trainer

Atlanta, GA

$85K - $122K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

At Atlanta Autism Center (AAC), we provide 100% center-based, early diagnostic and therapy services ... We believe that learning should be fun, which is why we take a naturalistic and play-based approach ...

Atlanta Autism Center Inc

BCBA Intern Trainer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$85K - $122K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

At Atlanta Autism Center (AAC), we provide 100% center-based, early diagnostic and therapy services ... We believe that learning should be fun, which is why we take a naturalistic and play-based approach ...

ThreePeaks Ascent

Clinical Intern

Enterprise, UT

$14/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

As a Clinical Intern, you will play a pivotal role in our team! You will assist in providing vital ... Collaborate with a passionate team of therapists and mental health professionals. * Join in on ...

ThreePeaks Ascent

Clinical Intern

Enterprise, UT · On-site

$14/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

As a Clinical Intern, you will play a pivotal role in our team! You will assist in providing vital ... Collaborate with a passionate team of therapists and mental health professionals. * Join in on ...

ThreePeaks Ascent

Clinical Intern

Enterprise, UT · On-site

$14/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

As a Clinical Intern, you will play a pivotal role in our team! You will assist in providing vital ... Collaborate with a passionate team of therapists and mental health professionals. * Join in on ...

ThreePeaks Ascent

Clinical Intern

Enterprise, UT · On-site

$14/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

As a Clinical Intern, you will play a pivotal role in our team! You will assist in providing vital ... Collaborate with a passionate team of therapists and mental health professionals. * Join in on ...

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What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a play therapy intern?

To thrive as a Play Therapy Intern, you need a foundational understanding of child development, therapeutic techniques, and ideally be enrolled in or have completed relevant coursework in psychology or counseling. Familiarity with play therapy tools, session documentation systems, and possibly pursuing certification through organizations like the Association for Play Therapy are valuable assets. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to build rapport with children and families are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies are essential for creating a safe, supportive environment that fosters healing and growth in young clients.

What kind of supervision and support can a play therapy intern expect during their internship?

As a Play Therapy Intern, you will typically work under the close supervision of a licensed play therapist or a clinical supervisor experienced in child therapy. Regular supervision sessions—often weekly—are provided to review your cases, discuss therapeutic techniques, and address any challenges you encounter with clients. Interns are encouraged to participate in team meetings, collaborate with other mental health professionals, and seek feedback to enhance their skills. This supportive structure ensures you gain hands-on experience while maintaining professional and ethical standards in your practice.

What is the difference between Play Therapy Intern vs Play Therapist?

AspectPlay Therapy InternPlay Therapist
CredentialsTypically pursuing or holding a relevant graduate degree; supervised internshipLicensed or certified with specific credentials (e.g., Registered Play Therapist)
Work EnvironmentInternship settings, clinics, schools under supervisionIndependent practice, clinics, hospitals, schools
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, mental health clinics, non-profitsPrivate practices, healthcare facilities, schools
Common Search/ComparisonYesNo

The main difference between a Play Therapy Intern and a Play Therapist lies in experience, credentials, and independence. Interns are in training, working under supervision, while Play Therapists are fully credentialed professionals providing independent therapy services.

What is a play therapy intern?

Play Therapy Interns are graduate students or early-career professionals who are undergoing supervised training in play therapy, a therapeutic approach that uses play to help children express and process their feelings. These interns often work under the guidance of a licensed play therapist to develop clinical skills, gain hands-on experience, and fulfill requirements for certification or licensure. Their responsibilities may include conducting play therapy sessions, maintaining case notes, and participating in supervision and training. Through this internship, they learn to use play as a medium to support children's emotional, social, and behavioral growth.
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Infographic showing various Play Therapy Intern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Counseling Intern, Graduate Level (SUD)

Mental Health Cooperative

Nashville, TN • On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Ranked one of Tennessee's top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals.
Mental Health Cooperative, Inc. (MHC) was formed in 1993 to serve individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Since then, we have expanded our services to children and adolescents with severe emotional disorders across Middle and East Tennessee.
Our sole purpose is to support and treat those challenged with serious mental illness and poverty. Although based out of Nashville, we serve several communities across middle and East Tennessee with satellite offices in Antioch, Gallatin, Dickson, Columbia, Cleveland, Murfreesboro, Clarksville, Cookeville, Chattanooga, and Memphis.
If you are interested in joining a team that is caring, collaborative, innovative and energizing this might be a great place for you!
Counseling and Therapy Services:
Interns will carry a small case load and provide point of care and psychotherapy to their clients of various ages. Therapeutic modalities utilized in individual therapy will include TF-CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, CBT, DBT, and play therapy. Interns will play a role in the client's treatment team with other departments throughout the agency. Additional learning and training opportunities will be available.
Mental Health Cooperative is seeking advanced social work or counseling interns to assist in providing clinical mental health services to clients of all ages. This internship opportunity will allow you to learn clinical therapeutic skills utilizing evidence-based modalities, conduct client assessments, treatment and discharge planning and documentation skills. Many of the clients have experienced grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and trauma, but because of various circumstances, they don't have the means to pay for the treatment they need. MHC works primarily with clients who are uninsured or have TennCare to give them the same treatment and care offered to others and will allow them to better manage their symptoms and live productive lives. One unique and exciting aspect of this internship is that you be will allowed to carry a small case load of clients on your own while working with your field supervisor.
Requirements: MHC can accommodate up to 5 interns in our Therapy department and interns must be master's level students in a social work, counseling, or psychology program. This internship requires a two-semester commitment.
  • Spring Semester Placements: The deadline for form completion is October 1st. During the month of October, we schedule final interviews. By November 1st, selections will be made, and you will be notified via email.
  • Summer Placements: The deadline for form completion is March 1st. During the month of March, we will schedule final interviews. By April 1st, selections will be made, and you will be notified via email.
  • Fall Semester Placements: The deadline for form completion is May 1st. During the month of May, we will schedule final interviews. By June 1st, selections will be made, and you will be notified via email.

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