MindBalance Mental Health Care
Clinical Internship Trainee Program
Starting your journey as a therapist begins with feeling supported.
We are offering a paid, community-based clinical internship for aspiring professionals in Social Work and Counseling.
Why We Train Emerging Clinicians
At MindBalance Mental Health Care, we believe the path to becoming a grounded and compassionate therapist begins with feeling supported, guided, and connected.
Our Clinical Trainee Program exists because we are committed to building a mental health workforce rooted in anti-oppressive practices, social justice, and community care.
We want our interns to grow in a space where they feel seen, valued, and encouraged while also learning to serve communities who often face barriers in accessing mental health care.
What Makes Our Program Different
Community-Rooted Training
Interns learn to provide therapy that centers individuals' lived experience, identity, culture, family, and environment.
Anti-oppressive, Inclusive Approach
We focus on cultural humility and work with BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, adoptee, immigrant, and student communities.
Real Experience with Support
Interns receive consistent supervision, mentorship, and real-time consultation in a collaborative team environment.
Your Role as a Clinical Trainee
As a Clinical Trainee at MindBalance Mental Health Care, you will provide accessible therapy services through our Low Cost Therapy Program, including:
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Individual therapy
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Initial consultation appointments
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Psychoeducation and support groups
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Outreach and community engagement
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Strengths-based diagnostic assessment and treatment planning
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Culturally responsive care and documentation
All clinical work, whether it is online therapy or in-person appointments, is completed onsite at our south Minneapolis office to ensure supervisors are available for support.
Training and Support Offered
Weekly Individual Supervision
Support with treatment planning and documentation
Biweekly Group Supervision
Mentorship from other team members
Board-approved Supervisors
Readings and trainings such as Decolonizing Therapy by Dr. Jennifer Mullen
Training in DSM-5TR assessment and diagnosis
Compensation and Benefits
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Paid Internship (W-2 Employee)
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MN Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)
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MN Paid Leave starting Jan 2026
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Employer-contributed Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
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On-site supervision and extensive training support
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This internship is supported in part by the CEMIG grant from MN DHS
Who This Program Is For
Aspiring professionals in Social Work and Counseling
We welcome applicants who are currently enrolled in and entering their second year of a master's-level program, where completing a clinical internship or field placement is part of their program's training requirements.
Students with Curiosity & Openness
You are ready to learn, grow, and lean into new experiences
Students Committed to Cultural Humility
You aim to partner with diverse communities with compassion, intention, and a social justice framework
Students Who Want Real Clinical Experience
You are excited to provide therapy and connect with the community through outreach and engagement activities
The Application Process
We Look Forward to Learning More About You!
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Prepare Your Application: Resume, cover letter, unofficial transcripts, 3 references we can contact.
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Submit Your Application by January 15, 2026: Email materials to our Operations Team (admin@mindbalancementalhealth.com)
If you're selected to move forward
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Virtual Interview: Connect with our Training and Supervision Director(s) and other MindBalance Mental Health Care Team Members at a scheduled time in January or February 2026
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Final Decision: Offers extended by March 1st, 2026
If you have any questions along the way, please reach out to our Operations Coordinator, Hannah at hannah@mindbalancementalhealth.com