Practicum Placement for Master’s Programs

At Vision Counseling Services (VCS) we partner with Vision Mental Health Services (VMHS)—a nonprofit organization with a dedicated Mental Health Clinical Training Program for practicum students—to offer a comprehensive, supervised placement that pairs classroom learning with hands-on training and meaningful service to a diverse client population.

Developing tomorrow’s clinicians today.

Why Partner With Us?

1

Structured Training Environment

Students receive a clearly outlined one-year commitment with consistent schedules and responsibilities.
Weekly individual and group supervision by licensed clinical supervisors.
Competency-based evaluations are provided to both students and their schools.

2

Diverse Clinical Experience

Students work with clients across all age groups: children, teens, adults, and elderly.
Opportunities to lead and co-facilitate court-mandated groups (parenting, co-parenting, anger management).
Exposure to both individual and group counseling models, preparing students for varied professional pathways.

3

Professional Development and Community Engagement

Training includes social media therapeutic content creation, helping students develop psychoeducational communication skills.
Students participate in community outreach events, learning advocacy and professional representation in the mental health field.

4

Experienced Clinical Supervisors

All students are supervised by licensed clinicians with experience across multiple treatment settings.
Supervisors provide consistent feedback to support growth, clinical accuracy, and professional identity formation.

Requirements for Placement

To ensure a structured and successful practicum experience, all students must meet the following requirements:

Commitment

A full 12-month practicum commitment is required.

Demonstrates humility and openness to learning from clinical supervisors, peers, and client experiences.

Supervision

Attendance at weekly clinical supervision sessions (note: supervision hours do not count toward direct service hours).

Service Hours

Completion of at least 10 regular service hours per week during business hours:

Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Background Clearance

Completion and clearance of a Live Scan background check prior to client contact.

Partner With Us Today

We invite master’s program directors and practicum advisors consider Vision Counseling Services as a trusted practicum site for their students. Our structured program, experienced supervisors, and diverse clinical opportunities ensure that each practicum student receives the highest quality training to complement their academic journey.

By placing your students with us, you provide them with a professional environment where they will grow in competence, confidence, and readiness for their future careers. We are committed to supporting both your program’s standards and your students’ success.

Let’s work together to shape the next generation of mental health professionals.

📩 Contact us today to learn more about placement opportunities and how we can partner with your program.

About Me:

Hi, I’m Dr. Leslie Westbrook — and I’ve Been Where You Are

I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a Clinical Psychologist and the founder of Practice on Purpose (P.O.P.) Academy. I know what it’s like to feel overworked and underpaid—even when you’re doing the work you love. That’s why I created this guide: to help you build a business that supports your clients and your life.