Therapy Intern
Job Description: Therapy Intern Program
Organization:
Mantra Foundation (Non-Profit Mental Health Organization)
Location:
Remote/As Assigned
Position Type:
Internship
About Mantra Foundation
Mantra Foundation is a global non-profit organization committed to making mental health care accessible to underserved and vulnerable communities. The foundation provides free and subsidized emotional support, therapy, and mental health awareness programs worldwide.
Position Overview
The Therapy Intern Program offers aspiring mental health professionals an opportunity to gain supervised practical experience while contributing to impactful community mental health initiatives. Interns will develop essential therapeutic skills, engage in outreach work, and support mental health advocacy under the guidance of experienced professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervised Client Interaction:
- Engage in guidance counseling sessions under supervision.
- Participate in case discussions and receive feedback from senior professionals.
- Community Mental Health Work:
- Support mental health hotlines.
- Participate in campus outreach and awareness drives.
- Contribute to community-focused mental health initiatives.
- Corporate EAP Exposure:
- Assist in conducting webinars, onboarding sessions, and corporate workshops.
- Gain understanding of Employee Assistance Program (EAP) structure and operations.
- Skill Development:
- Build competencies in counseling, crisis intervention, communication, ethics, and rapport building.
- Participate in structured training, learning modules, and reflection sessions.
- Recognition & Growth:
- Opportunity to be featured and rewarded as a top-performing intern.
- Contribute to projects that create meaningful social impact.
Learning Outcomes
- Practical experience in counseling and client engagement
- Crisis management and communication skills
- Exposure to community and corporate mental health settings
- Ethical and professional development in mental health practice
Certification Requirement
Interns must complete
500 credits
of internship activities to earn the
MantraCare Therapy Intern Certificate
.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Passionate about mental health awareness and advocacy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Empathetic, responsible, and committed to ethical practice
- Currently pursuing or completed psychology or counseling-related studies (preferred)
Why Join Us?
- Make a meaningful impact in underserved communities
- Work with a supportive and experienced mental health team
- Gain extensive hands-on experience and professional training
- Build a strong foundation for a career in mental health services