Graduate Mental Health Intern – Traineeship

About the role

UPLIFT Counseling is seeking graduate‑level interns to support adolescents and adults in a private practice in Baku. The traineeship provides hands‑on experience with trauma‑informed, neurodiversity‑affirming therapy under supervision.

Key responsibilities

• Participate in supervised clinical sessions with real clients, applying evidence‑based interventions.
• Engage in weekly supervision and consultation, discussing cases and receiving feedback.
• Explore specialized topics such as suicide prevention, autism, ADHD, and trauma neurobiology.
• Develop therapist self‑care strategies and learn to manage secondary traumatic stress.

Required profile

• Enrolled in or recently graduated from a master’s program in Clinical Psychology (2nd‑year students accepted).
• Commit 6‑10 hours per week, with availability in the late afternoon or evening (4 pm‑8 pm).
• Interest in trauma‑informed, neurodiversity‑affirming care and willingness to collaborate and receive feedback.

What we offer

• Free training sessions and a structured supervision framework based on international humanitarian standards.
• Office space, therapy resources, and the possibility of remote participation when needed.
• Reduced client fees for practicum work and a pathway to continue as a therapist or staff member after graduation.