05/21/2026
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MSW Internship Opportunities
at Step Ahead Therapeutic Services, PLLC
Step Ahead Therapeutic Services, PLLC is an established outpatient mental health group practice serving the Auburn, New York community for over 12 years. Our practice is dedicated to providing compassionate, community-focused mental health care in a supportive and professional environment.
We are pleased to offer internship opportunities for Master of Social Work (MSW) students seeking meaningful outpatient clinical experience within a collaborative private practice setting.
Internship Experience
MSW interns at Step Ahead Therapeutic Services may gain exposure to:
* Outpatient mental health counseling services
* Individual psychotherapy processes
* Intake and assessment procedures
* Treatment planning and clinical documentation
* Ethical and professional standards of practice
* Clinical supervision and case consultation
* Telehealth and in-person counseling services
* Insurance-based private practice operations
* Collaborative team-based clinical care
Our Training Philosophy
We believe students learn best in supportive environments where mentorship, professionalism, and clinical growth are prioritized. Our goal is to provide interns with a welcoming learning experience that encourages confidence, skill development, and professional identity formation.
Interns receive supervision and guidance within a smaller practice environment that values individualized support, collaboration, and real-world clinical exposure.
Potential Areas of Learning
Students may have opportunities to work with:
* Anxiety and mood disorders
* Life transitions and stress management
* Trauma-informed care approaches
* Family and relationship concerns
* Adult and adolescent populations
* Community-based outpatient mental health care
Qualifications
Applicants must:
* Be enrolled in an accredited MSW program
* Meet field placement requirements established by their university
* Demonstrate professionalism, compassion, and willingness to learn
Future Opportunities
Strong internship experiences may lead to future employment opportunities or continued professional collaboration within our growing practice.
Contact Information
For internship inquiries or placement discussions, please contact:
[email protected]
Sally Griswold, LCSW-R
Step Ahead Therapeutic Services, PLLC
