Come work with me

• Applicants must:

• Be enrolled in or graduated from an accredited counseling, social work, psychology, or addiction program

• Have completed a diagnosing/DSM course
  OR demonstrate strong abnormal psychology and diagnostic knowledge

• Be eligible to practice under supervision in Colorado

• Be comfortable providing telehealth therapy

• Be aligned with trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice

• Interest in EMDR, somatic, attachment-based, or polyvagal work

• Interest in integrative or holistic healing approaches

Schedule Expectations

• Minimum 5 client sessions per week

• Flexible scheduling

• Evening or weekend availability helpful

• Independent contractor position (1099)

• Must use own equipment

Compensation

Interns are paid:

• 40% of insurance reimbursement collected for sessions provided 

  • You will be paneled with  Colorado Medicaid ​

• Option to see self-pay clients (percentage negotiable depending on rate)

Example: If a session reimburses $100 → intern receives $40.

Payments are issued after insurance reimbursement is received.

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Supervision & Training

Included in this internship:

✔ 1 hour weekly individual supervision with Darlene Brace
✔ Access to drop-in consultation group
✔ EMDR-informed case consultation
✔ Support with diagnosis, treatment planning, and documentation
✔ Guidance navigating insurance billing and private-practice systems
✔ Complimentary attendance at Authentic Healing LLC trainings (online or in-person)

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Planned Trainings in the Next Year

• POCA/NADA 5-Point Ear Acupuncture (Acu-Detox) trainings

• Motivational Interviewing Skills Trainings for clinicians

• EMDR Basic Training (EMDRIA-aligned pathway)

• Somatic & Polyvagal Breathwork Integrated into Psychotherapy

• Animal-Assisted Therapy in Psychotherapy

• Holistic Integration of Complementary & Non-Traditional Modalities into Psychotherapy
  (yoga-informed therapy, sound healing, creative arts, culturally responsive healing)

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Responsibilities

Interns will:

Clinical Care

• Provide trauma-informed telehealth psychotherapy sessions to Colorado clients

• Maintain appropriate caseload based on experience and supervision plan

• Use culturally responsive, strengths-based, and ethically grounded care

• Consult with supervisor when risk, diagnostic, or treatment concerns arise

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete all session notes in Simple Practice within 24 hours of the appointment

• Submit treatment plans, updates, and discharge summaries on required timelines

• Maintain accurate diagnoses and billing codes under supervision

• Follow HIPAA, Colorado licensure, and insurance documentation standards

• Track clinical hours for licensure and supervision records

Supervision & Professional Development

• Attend weekly individual supervision and come prepared with case questions

• Participate in group consultation when available

• Implement supervisor feedback in treatment planning and documentation

• Engage in ongoing learning through Authentic Healing LLC trainings

• Maintain openness to trauma-informed, polyvagal-informed, and integrative approaches

Caseload Development & Marketing

• Actively participate in building and maintaining your caseload
  (e.g., directory profiles, community outreach, social media posts, networking)

• Respond to referrals promptly and professionally

• Maintain an updated availability calendar

• Collaborate with Authentic Healing LLC on outreach to rural and bilingual communities

(Will provide guidance and templates for marketing—this is part of learning private-practice skills.)

Communication & Team Systems

• Communicate through Authentic Healing LLC systems (email, SimplePractice messaging, etc.)

• Respond to supervisor or admin messages within 24–48 hours

• Maintain professional boundaries with clients and team members

• Notify supervisor promptly of cancellations, safety concerns, or ethical issues

Ethics & Professional Conduct

• Follow NASW/ACA/APA ethical standards and Authentic Healing LLC policies

• Maintain appropriate licensure or intern status documentation

• Use secure telehealth practices and maintain confidentiality

• Avoid dual relationships and consult supervisor when concerns arise

Scheduling Expectations

• Maintain minimum session commitment (ex: 5 sessions/week)

• Provide at least 24-hour notice for cancellations when possible

• Track attendance and follow no-show policies

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Please submit:

• Resume or CV

• Statement of Interest (1–2 pages)
  Please address:

  • Why you are interested in Authentic Healing LLC

  • Why this role aligns with you and your interest in mission-driven work

  • Your experience or interest in trauma-informed, culturally responsive, or integrative care

  • Your experience with diagnosis or abnormal psychology coursework

  • Your interest in working with bilingual or underserved communities

• Language Skills Statement- If bilingual, describe proficiency level and clinical experience in Spanish or other languages.

• Short sample case conceptualization or treatment plan

Send applications to: Dar.brace@gmail.com