Graduate Internship Program at Ashe Counseling & Coaching
2026-27 application closed
Graduate Clinical Training in Chicago
Counseling & Social Work Internships at Ashé
Ashé Counseling & Coaching offers graduate level internship and practicum placements for students preparing to become thoughtful, skilled, and confident mental health professionals. Our program gives students real clinical experience in a supportive private practice setting with exposure to community based care, insurance based therapy, supervision, documentation, and diverse client needs.
Learn the work, not just the theory.
Interns receive hands on experience with therapy, treatment planning, client engagement, case consultation, clinical documentation, and the day to day rhythm of a modern mental health practice.
What You Will Gain
Clinical Experience
Build confidence working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transitions, relationship concerns, and identity related challenges.
Supervision
Receive guidance from experienced clinicians who support ethical practice, skill development, case conceptualization, and professional growth.
Practice Readiness
Learn the systems behind clinical work, including scheduling, documentation, insurance workflows, client communication, and retention.
Training Focus
Our internship program is designed to help students bridge the gap between classroom learning and real world therapy practice.
Internship Eligibility
- Currently enrolled in a graduate counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, psychology, or related mental health program.
- Eligible to provide clinical services as part of a school approved practicum or internship placement.
- Able to meet your school’s required internship or practicum hours.
- Committed to ethical practice, supervision, documentation, and professional communication.
- Interested in working with diverse clients in a community focused mental health setting.
- Available for required supervision, training, and assigned clinical responsibilities.
- Open to learning insurance based care, Medicaid documentation, and private practice operations.
What Interns Learn
Clinical Skills
- Individual therapy
- Rapport building
- Treatment planning
- Progress notes
- Risk assessment awareness
Client Populations
- Adults
- Teens
- Young adults
- Clients navigating trauma
- Clients experiencing life transitions
Professional Growth
- Clinical confidence
- Case consultation
- Ethical decision making
- Client retention
- Private practice operations
A Mission Driven Place to Train
Ashé Counseling & Coaching was created to expand access to quality mental health care while building a space where clinicians can grow, serve, and thrive. Interns are part of that mission. Through supervision, hands on learning, and meaningful client work, students develop the clinical foundation needed to move into the next stage of their professional careers.
Ready to apply for an internship?
We welcome graduate students who are serious about learning, open to feedback, and excited to grow in a supportive clinical environment.
Apply or Learn More2025-26 Graduate Interns
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Anna Clay
She/Her
University of Illinois Chicago
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Gabriela Monreal
She/Her
University of Illinois Chicago
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Kepi Cuevas
They/Them
University of Chicago
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Meera Kumar
They/Them
University of Chicago
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Sky Shi
She/Her
University of Chicago
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Victoria Davis
She//Her
University of Chicago
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Yichun Chen
She/her
University of Chicago
2024-25 Interns
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Hannah Brown
Adler University
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Rebekah Armstrong
Adler University
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Daniel Zheng
University of Chicago
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Kat Falson
University of Illinois at Chicago
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Negin Ahmadi
Northwestern University
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Ashley Cruz-Martinez
Northwestern Universit
FAQs
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Graduate students currently enrolled in a master’s program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, or a related field are eligible to apply. Applicants must seek academic credit for their internship as this is an unpaid opportunity.
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No, this internship is unpaid and designed specifically for students receiving academic credit as part of their graduate program requirements.
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The application process is competitive due to the limited number of internship spots available each term. We receive applications from highly qualified candidates, so it’s important to submit a strong application, including a tailored cover letter and resume, and to apply as early as possible.
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Interns are expected to commit to 15-20 hours per week,
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Interns will:
Provide counseling services to clients under supervision.
Participate in case consultations and staff meetings.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to client needs.
Engage in training and professional development activities.em description
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Our clients come from diverse backgrounds and present with a variety of mental health challenges. Interns will have the opportunity to work with both in-person and virtual clients, allowing for a rich and varied clinical experience.