Elective Clinical & Training Activities

Interns have the opportunity to select an area of focus, called an “Apprenticeship.” Apprenticeships afford interns an opportunity to gain more specialized knowledge in a particular area. Interns can expect to allocate approximately 4 hours/week for their apprenticeship experience. We offer specialized learning in the following areas:

CAPS clinicians conduct mandated assessments of students in cases where they exhibit behavior in the campus community that poses a threat of harm to themselves or to another individual, or in the case of extremely disruptive behavior.  CAPS clinicians meet with students for mandated assessments (determined by Stony Brook’s multidisciplinary CARE (Consult, Assess, Refer, Educate) Team). Interns have the opportunity to gain additional experience in conducting mandated assessments and serving as a member of CARE through an apprenticeship.

Supervisor: Wendi Mathews, Executive Director of Student Accessibility

Group therapy 

CAPS has a robust and thriving group program. While all interns have the opportunity to co-lead a group, interns who chose an apprenticeship in this area will have the opportunity to deepen their experience with group process including developing a group to meet the needs of a specific population (e.g., International students, Students of Color, LGBTQ* students) or obtaining additional exposure to and experience in mindfulness meditation.

Supervisor: Lara Hunter, LCSW; Assistant Director for Clinical Services, CAPS 

Social Justice 

Interns who complete this apprenticeship will delve into the social justice work of our center with participation in weekly Social Justice meetings. The apprenticeship will focus on creating space for: ongoing awareness of current events and their impact on students and staff; ongoing evaluation of our policies, procedures, paperwork, and web presence; creating and maintaining a welcoming space for students and staff; the provision of clinical service delivery to one or more identity-based groups through individual counseling and/or group counseling.

Supervisor: Dr. Kanthi Raja, PhD; Assistant Director of Counseling and Psychological Services, CAPS

Athletics