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?
Applications are now open for our Summer and Fall 2026 cohorts!
The deadline for applications is March 1st, 2026 at 6:00pm. We will not accept any late applications.
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To apply, please fill out the application and email it to both: laurie@marinacounseling.com and josh@marinacounseling.com.
To find out more about The Marina Counseling Center, meet the directors, and ask any questions, please join us for an open house.
We will be hosting our next open houses over Zoom:
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Monday, February 23rd at 12:00pm (Click here to register)
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Wednesday, February 25th at 1:00pm (Click here to register) ​
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Due to high interest for this hiring period, we might not be available to answer questions over email before the open houses.
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​FAQs:​
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​You do not need to attend an open house to apply for our program.
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We are not currently hiring associates at this time.
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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.
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We do not accept any late applications.