Our training program
The Marina Counseling Center is seeking qualified trainees and interns who are looking for practicum placement or would like to begin an internship. We select candidates based on the quality of their education, experience, and commitment to client centered care.
Our program emphasizes an integration of Relational, Contemporary Analytic, Transpersonal, Psychodynamic, and Humanistic-Existential approaches. We seek individuals who are dedicated, skilled, and self-reflective. The program requires approximately 20 hours per week and is a one year commitment.
We offer:
Weekly didactic and
experiential trainings
Opportunities to gain child and family hours through our School-based counseling program
Individual & group supervision
Branding and marketing training
Opportunities to build a caseload
Compensation possible after
first year
Interested in applying?
Registration is now open for our January 2026 cohort!
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Applications are due by: Monday October 13th, 2025 at 8:00pm.
​FAQs:​
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​Please use the same application whether applying for practicum or associateship.
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You do not need to attend an open house to apply for our program.
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For students seeking practicum placement, we partner with the following schools:
California Institute of Integral Studies
California State University East Bay
Dominican University of California
Pacifica Graduate Institute
Pepperdine University
Saint Mary's College of California
University of San Francisco
Wright Institute
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If your school is not listed above, we cannot accept your application for practicum. We encourage you to apply for associateship in the future.
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For associateship, we accept applications from graduates of Masters and PHD programs, including schools not listed above.
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We do not accept any late applications.