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About This Training

Many counseling students and new clinicians enter practicum or internship feeling unprepared for real sessions. The gap between classroom theory and real-world client work can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to navigate it alone.

This 3-hour intensive is designed to help you step into your role with structure, clarity, skill, and confidence using practical tools you can apply immediately.

Whether you’re just starting internship, preparing for practicum, or still feeling unsure in the room, this training will support you in becoming a more grounded, capable, and confident clinician.



⭐ What We’ll Cover

Session Structure & Foundations
• How to confidently open, guide, and close a session
• What to do when you freeze or don’t know what to say
• Scripts you can use immediately
• How to find and use your therapist voice

Clinical Tools & Micro-Skills
• Handling silence
• Asking deeper (but safe) questions
• Maintaining therapeutic direction
• Building rapport without over-functioning

Crisis Response & Assessment
• A simple 10-question crisis assessment model
• How to explore risk without escalating the client
• When to consult, document, or refer

Documentation Essentials
• SOAP note walkthrough
• Risk documentation examples
• Treatment planning basics

Confidence & Imposter Syndrome Support
• Understanding your internal responses
• How to stay grounded in sessions
• Scripts for moments of uncertainty



⭐ What You’ll Receive

✔ Live 3-hour training
✔ 30-day replay access
✔ A downloadable workbook
✔ Scripts, templates, and assessment tools
✔ Certificate of completion



⭐ Who This Is For
• Counseling students
• Practicum/Interns
• Registered interns
• New clinicians
• Anyone who feels unsure or unprepared in sessions

You do not need prior experience.
You do not need to be in a certain program or state.
All are welcome.



⭐ Date & Time

Sunday | 1–4 PM EST
Virtual on Zoom
Replay included

Registration

RSVPs on Meetup do not secure a spot.
To attend this workshop, please complete your registration through Eventbrite so you receive the Zoom link, the workbook, the replay access, and all training materials.

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Looking forward to supporting you in building more confidence and clarity in your clinical work!

Professional Development
Graduate Students
Mental Health Support
Confidence and Self-Esteem
Professional Counseling

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