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​​​​​​TRAINING PROGRAM INFORMATION

Vantage Point Center for Psychotherapy has a robust training program for psychologists-in-training. We train students at the practicum, intern, and post-doctoral levels. Practicum and post-doctoral trainees should inquire directly about positions with Training Director, Dr. Karen Miller, drmiller@vppsychotherapy.com. Interns can apply through the APPIC system. To obtain the Training Manual, which includes all of our policies and procedures, please contact the Training Director.



At Vantage Point, we utilize a scientist-practitioner model of training. The internship training program is developmental, experiential, and sequential. We do our best to match our trainees with the type of experience they desire, while also challenging and stretching their growth areas to prepare them for independent psychological practice.



Qualified intern applicants must be enrolled in an accredited, degree-granting professional psychology program (i.e., clinical, counseling psychology). Intern applicants must have their dissertation proposal complete by the time of applying. We highly recommend at least 500 direct service hours of previous supervised clinical experience.



We are currently working under a hybrid model, with Interns working 2-3 days in the office and 2-3 days from home. Interns engage in direct individual and group service, individual and group supervision, didactic seminar training, and supervision experience with our practicum students. Interns will conduct individual therapy for about 50% of their training experience. They will have the opportunity to work with people aged 12-80. Interns will work with people of all ethnic, SES, religious, sexual orientations, and gender identities during their time at Vantage Point. They can expect to carry a total client caseload of around 20-25 clients. Therapy at Vantage Point tends to be longer term and is determined by presenting problems and discussions with supervisors and clients as to the best needs of the client. Therefore, treatment can be time-limited or longer-term client's best needs



The internship application review committee is looking for the following qualified interns:

  1. The breadth of clinical experience with a diverse clientele
  2. Various clinical and training activities, including coursework and/or experience in Counseling and Psychotherapy Theories and Practices, Group Counseling, Multicultural and Diversity Counseling, and Supervision.
  3. Clarity of emerging theoretical framework.
  4. Openness to growth (lifelong learning).
  5. Interpersonal relationship skills.


Accreditation Status:

This site has received notification of approval for an accreditation site visit by APA for Fall 2025. Please be advised that there is no assurance that we will be able to successfully achieve accreditation. Questions related to the program's accredited status should be directed to the Commission on Accreditation:                                                                                                             


Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation

American Psychological Association 

750 1st Street, NE, Washington DC 20002                                                                                   

Phone: (202) 336-5979                                                                                                                   

Email: apaaccred@apa.org                                                                                                               

Web: www.apa.org/ed/accreditation

Apply through the APPIC system Here!

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Current Training Program Supervisors

Dr. Ashli Ellis

Dr. Kristina Holt-Reber

Dr. Kristina Holt-Reber

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Dr. Kristina Holt-Reber

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Dr. Marcella Kreysa

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Dr. Karen Miller

Dr. Karen Miller

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Dr. Katie Polsky

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Dr. Cathy Rojas

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Dr. Zoe Ross-Nash

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Dr. Zoe Ross-Nash

Shelley Tirsbeck

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Dr. Zoe Ross-Nash

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Dr. Larry Wasson

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Dr. Larry Wasson

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HOURS AND BENEFITS

BENEFITS

BENEFITS

BENEFITS

1. Stipend: $37,131, twelve months, full time; starts August 4, 2025. 


2. Private office with internet and email access. Interns will need to have their computer with camera access. If interns do not have access to one, Vantage Point will provide one to them.


3. Negotiated leave time for dissertation work, job search, and graduation.


4. Some flexibility in scheduling during academic breaks.


5. Full medical and dental insurance is provided. 

HOURS

BENEFITS

BENEFITS

The center’s hours of operation are between 8am-8pm Monday through Friday. Interns are not required to work weekends but are asked to hold at least one evening (after 5pm) hour of clinical services. Interns will start in the first week of August. Services will be rendered in a hybrid model: in-person and virtually via tele-health.  Interns will learn how to use our electronic health records program—Therapy Notes.

PROGRAM LEARNING GOALS

Training Program

We facilitate the development of psychologists who can practice competently and independently in several domains. Our program emphasizes strengthening skills in areas that are relevant to community mental health in the Sacramento region. This includes developing proficiency in conducting individual and group psychotherapy with teens and adults from different sexual orientations, gender identifications, and cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Interns will be proficient in crisis intervention with diverse populations and communities.

The goal of the program is to also help Interns develop specialized experience in one of the following areas during their training if they so desire: 

  1. Eating Disorders
  2. OCD/Anxiety Spectrum Disorders 
  3. LGBTQIA Clients

The specific program aims are as follows:

  1. To foster the professional development, identity, and values necessary for effective and ethical practice as a psychologist.
  2. To develop the skills and competencies necessary for entry-level professional practice with diverse populations, with an emphasis on the development of professional skills.



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CLINICAL SERVICES

Intake/Clinical Assessment

Intake/Clinical Assessment

Intake/Clinical Assessment

Interns will receive training on conducting initial intake appointments at VANTAGE POINT and will begin conducting intake evaluations early in the training year.

Individual Therapy

Intake/Clinical Assessment

Intake/Clinical Assessment

Interns will conduct individual therapy for a good majority of their time. Interns will work with people from ages 12-80, and all ethnic, SES, religious, sexual orientations, and gender identities during their time at VANTAGE POINT. They can expect to carry a total client caseload of around 22-28 for full-time Interns.

Group Therapy

Intake/Clinical Assessment

Group Therapy

Interns have the opportunity to participate in the VANTAGE POINT group therapy program. VANTAGE POINT offers several general and topic/population-specific groups throughout the year. Interns will have an opportunity to lead a group or co-lead with an experienced group therapist.

SUPERVISON

INDIVIDUAL SUPERVISION

SUPERVISION OF SUPERVISION

INDIVIDUAL SUPERVISION

Interns will receive 2 hours per week of primary individual supervision of their clinical and professional work by CA-licensed psychologists. The supervisor will work closely with the Intern to design an individualized, graded learning experience within the context of the requirements and expectations of the training program. Interns and their supervisors will explore their areas of strength and expertise as well as collaboratively determine areas of professional growth and identify learning objectives for the training year. Individual supervision will include not only discussion of Interns’ direct and indirect clinical service activities, but will also address issues of professional development, professional identity, and professional acculturation to the field. Interns will have the opportunity to receive specialty training in the areas of Eating Disorders and OCD/Severe Anxiety Disorders.

GROUP SUPERVISION

SUPERVISION OF SUPERVISION

INDIVIDUAL SUPERVISION

Interns receive 2 hours of group supervision each week for the entire year. The group supervision will be conducted by CA-licensed psychologists. 

During group supervision, Interns will discuss clinical work and professional issues, as well as conduct case presentations with the goals of receiving support, feedback, and recommendations from their peers and the facilitator. Interns are also encouraged to use this group supervision to celebrate successes with clients, display examples of good clinical work, discuss professional concerns that impact their work with specific populations or presenting issues, discuss professional development topics, and address matters about the dynamic among the advanced Intern cohort. The focus of this meeting is entirely on Interns’ clinical work and professional development. Interns will be required to present a formal case presentation in the meeting twice a year.

SUPERVISION OF SUPERVISION

SUPERVISION OF SUPERVISION

SUPERVISION OF SUPERVISION

In our program, interns take on the role of secondary supervisors to practicum-level trainees, providing guidance and support under the oversight of licensed primary supervisors. This experience allows interns to develop essential supervision skills in a real-world context. 


Additionally, interns participate in a Supervision of Supervision group, where they receive further training in supervision techniques and engage in consultation with peers and experienced supervisors. This dual approach ensures that interns not only gain practical supervisory experience but also benefit from continuous learning and support, fostering their growth as competent and effective supervisors.


TRAINING DIDACTICS AND SEMINARS

This training focuses on increasing Interns' competence in a variety of professional issues and clinical topics, several of which are specific to working with issues such as practice within different theoretical models, practice with a variety of presenting concerns and clinical populations, and ethical and professional development issues. VANTAGE POINT focuses training on issues around inclusivity and working with people from different backgrounds and areas of focus center such as Eating Disorders, Trauma, LGBTQIA populations, and Anxiety Disorders.

SAMPLE DIDACTICS AND SEMINARS SCHEDULE

SAMPLE WEEKLY GENERAL SCHEDULE & ACTIVITY LOG

For more information, please contact , Dr. Karen Miller at:  drmiller@vppsychotherapy.com

Careers at Vantage Point

Full/Part-Time (Un)Licensed Therapists

Our mission at Vantage Point is to improve the lives of our clients and have our clinicians feel a part of something meaningful.  We value our relationships with one another in our group.  Due to growing mental health needs of our communities, we are expanding our services. Please see the “What Sets Us Apart” section below to learn more. 

Our history is also rooted in relational psychodynamic, evidenced-based, and compassionate care as well as providing exemplary and rigorous clinical training to the next generation of psychologists (practicum students, interns, and postdoctoral residents) and masters level trainees accepted into our training program. 


***We are not actively hiring at the moment, but we welcome applications on a rolling basis for future opportunities.


Work life balance, great place to work.

Requirements

Careers at Vantage Point

We are Seeking…

  • Compassionate, open-minded, positive and collaborative individuals (part or full-time)
  • Those passionate about providing mental health services to adults and teens
  • Therapists trained in Eating Disorders, Anxiety Disorders & OCD, DBT, Trauma OR motivated to gain specialized training
  • Licensed or nearly licensed (in CA) PhD/PsyD psychologist or Masters clinicians
  • Inclusive individuals who have experience with, and understand, individuals from various backgrounds, educations, cultures, and orientations.
  • Growth-oriented individuals who have a desire to continue to learn and develop in their practice
  • Therapists with specialized training in Trauma or OCD (not required but highly encouraged)
  • Those that would like to provide in-person (1-3 days; 1-2 virtual) sessions in our office 
  • Those who would enjoy a flexible schedule with the occasional possibility of evening work
  • Candidates interested in supervising and leading our trainees (though not required)

What Sets Us Apart (aka benefits and perks)...

  • Flexible work schedule/remote and/or in-person
  • Collaborative and supportive environment
  • Training and consultation groups
  • Competitive pay
  • Paid medical, dental, vision 
  • Retirement benefits and sick time for all employees
  • Company IRA contribution (no matching required)
  • Paid training and CEU’s
  • Opportunity to participate in a growing training program for doctoral students across CA and the nation
  • Opportunity to participate in our counseling group and didactic training where our staff can  listen to expert speakers, discuss cases, with peers, and more 
  • opportunity to do what you love – therapy – while we handle the rest

Part-time Job Duties

  • Provide between 15-20 hours of face-to-face therapy hours–individual, couple and/or group
  • Supervise psychology interns and practicum students, if desired
  • Review cases and notes for legal and ethical concerns, and provide constructive and meaningful feedback to interns and practicum students 
  • Assist with some training needs
  • Sign-off on student notes
  • Possibly assist in the internship program through prospective intern interviews and application reviews
  • Provide individual (and possibly group) supervision for doctoral students in our APPIC membership training program, if desired
  • Other duties as specified

Full-time Job Duties

  • Perform all duties listed above
  • Carry caseload for full-time (25  direct client hours)
  • Preferably run a group (as part of the client hours)
  • Document client services, ensuring compliance with Agency policies and procedures
  • Attend and participate in program, Agency staff meetings, and related community agency meetings as required/requested

To Apply ​

Please send your CV and Letter of Interest to drpolsky@vppsychotherapy.com or apply below!


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