GRADUATE STUDENT COUNSELLING INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Our graduate student counselling internship training program provides comprehensive, quality training to graduate students of social work and counselling-related programs.
The program offers exemplary real-world training to student interns under the guidance of senior registered clinical counsellors. Core skill-building is supplemented with additional learning opportunities through workshops and expert guest presentations on things such as practice-specific counselling modalities, self-care for frontline workers, intimate partner violence and trauma-informed practice, and setting up an independent counselling practice.
By fostering excellence in nurturing mental health care professionals in training today, Third Space Charity supports the addition of more quality counsellors and increased mental health services in the community for years to come. Learn more about the program here
Available to counselling and social work graduate students from any university with applicable programming. We welcome all genders, ethnicities, and experiences.
Given we seek to train the next generation of clinical counsellors to serve our community, we do not accept applications for remote internship positions.
Click below to apply for one of our 2022 Internship Intakes.
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Client C
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I just wanted to say thank you. I had my interview after our group and using a lot of your grounding strategies, I was able to keep my anxiety from spiralling, which meant I was also able to answer questions with a clear head and with confidence. I will be happy to share this small victory at our next meeting to encourage others and share my appreciation!
Kate Kowalchuk
NCAA and CIS Goaltender
After meeting Barb she changed my life, helping me to reach deeper and find out how to be the person and player I wanted to be even with my set backs with post-concussion & outside obstacles. I am forever grateful for the ongoing support and help I was lucky enough to receive from my coach and mentor Barb Egan.
Shaemus McLeod
Goaltender for Humboldt Broncos
Serious athletes train both their bodies and minds for peak performance. Barb continues to be a motivational inspiration to me and my goaltending career both on and off the ice. She is not only an exceptional mental coach but takes the time to work through the personal trials of day to day life. I look forward to working with her for many years to come.
Jocelyne & Monique Lamoureaux
Team USA, Olympic Gold & Silver Medalists
Whether it’s on ice and or off ice training the mental component of the game is bigger than the physical at times. I believe in sport and in life there are always obstacles, extrinsic and intrinsic. The biggest and most important mental skill I think a person can have is the ability to rebound from mistakes, criticisms and doubt with the confidence that you have the ability to get the job done and to improve yourself every step of the way.
Stephanie Schaupmeyer
Captain, UBC Thunderbirds
In my 5 years with the UBC Thunderbirds, the discourse surrounding mental health as a high performance athlete has changed so much. I have learned that being mentally tough on the ice is inextricably linked with being mentally well in the other areas of your life. I learned that this idea of a strong, mentally unbreakable athlete just isn’t possible. We all need support at times, and it’s ok to ask for it. When I started actively working on my mental wellbeing just like I actively worked on my hockey skills is when I began to really feel mentally tough in other areas of my life.
Client M
The work I have done with Barb has changed my life. With her help I learned that I was not only worthy but, capable of helping myself. Walking with her has been one of the most meaningful experiences I have ever had.” – Client M.
Client J
I like how interactive our sessions are with exercises, materials to look at for a visual, and homework to complete and debrief together. The flexible hours allow me to take some power back over my schedule so that I am not as spread thin, but more fulfilled!
Client T
I love this option for my schedule with my sport. It can be difficult to balance school, work, practice, training, games, travel, and a social life. I am able to have my sessions in the evenings. I can also check in before big game weekends so that I feel confident and in the right headspace to perform.
Client K
Highly recommend Barb! Very easy to speak with and effective at helping you understand how you can take action to to bring about positive life changes and to move past areas in life where you may feel a little ‘stuck’ “
For your comfort & convenience, we offer flexible hours including weekends, evenings, in-person in office, Walk and Talk therapy, & phone or online counselling sessions. Please note: Extended health care benefit plans typically cover care with a registered clinical counsellor; however, please check with your provider for details. See our FAQ page for pricing and how the counselling process works.
