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Member Site Information
APPIC Member Number: 2342
Program Type: Internship
Membership Type: Full Membership
Site: VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System
Department: Behavioral Health Service
Address: VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System
Behavioral Health Service
6900 North Pecos Road
North Las Vegas, Nevada 89086
Country: United States
Metro Area: Not Applicable
Las Vegas-Paradise, NV
Distance from Major City: 0
Phone: 843-597-8163x
Fax:
Training Director Email: layne.goble@va.gov
Co-Training Director Email: Amanda.Wallick@va.gov
Web Address: https://www.va.gov/southern-nevada-health-care/work-with-us/internships-and-fellowships/psychology-internship-program/
Brochure Website's Address: https://www.va.gov/files/2025-10/Psychology%20Internship%20Brochure%202026-2027-10022025.pdf
Primary Agency Type: Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Additional Agency Types:
  • Academic Health Center
  • Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Member of APPIC since: 10/22/2015
Accreditation
APA Accreditation Accredited
CPA Accreditation Not Accredited
Internship Staff/Faculty Information
Training Director: Layne Goble
Chief Psychologist: Pamela Finder
Number of Full-Time Licensed Doctoral Psychologists on Staff/Faculty 58
Number of Part-Time Licensed Doctoral Psychologists on Staff/Faculty 0
Position Information
Start Date: 07/13/2026
Funded
Number of Full Time Slots Expected Next Class: 3
Number of Part Time Slots Expected Next Class: 0
Stipend
Full Time Annual Stipend for Next Class: 35032
Part Time Annual Stipend for Next Class: 0
Fringe Benefits: Dissertation Release Time, Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Professional Development Time, Sick Leave, Vacation
Other Fringe Benefits (not indicated above): 11 federal holidays; 13 personal leave days; 13 sick leave days. Applicants can find additional information about VA benefits at the following web address: http://www.psychologytraining.va.gov/benefits.asp
Brief description of the typical work day for an intern at this training site The Intern will engage in a variety of activities depending on the day, including clinical work and related activities. Clinical work includes assessment and psychotherapy - individual and group therapy, supervision, consultation, team meetings, documentation, and scholarly reading related to clinical experiences. Internship will also include participation in didactics and seminars (e.g., internship didactics, evidence-based psychotherapy trainings, and a professionalism seminar).
Does this site have practicum psychology students on site? Yes
Doctoral Psychology Practicum StudentsYes
Masters Psychology Practicum StudentsNo
Do Psychology Interns/Postdocs Have the Opportunity to Supervise Practicum Students?Yes
Is this program fully affiliated with one or more doctoral programs? No
Is this program partially affiliated with one or more doctoral programs? No
Internship Application Process
Accepting Applicants: Yes
Application Due Date: 11/17/2025 11:59 PM EST
A Virtual Interview are: Required
Interview notification date: 12/15/2025
Tentative interview date: 1/5/2026, 1/8/2026, 1/13/2026, 1/14/2026, 1/16/2026, and 1/22/2026.
Interview process description:

The VASNHS Psychology Internship Program staff and the Psychology Training Director will review applications, and well qualified candidates will be contacted by email and invited to interview with our internship program. Interviews are required for our program and include behaviorally-based questions. Interviews are done virtually and will last a full day. Applicants will interview with members of our training committee. We will try to schedule interviews with rotation supervisors that match each applicant's expressed interests. Applicants will also meet with the Training Director and/or the Associate Training Director. An informal discussion with current interns is also provided. No onsite interview or open houses will be offered. 

Minimum Hour Requirements by Track:

  • PTSD: Intervention = 500 hours; Assessment = 75 hours
  • Geropsychology: Intervention = 450 hours; Assessment = 100 hours
  • Neuropsychology: Intervention = 250 hours; Assessment = 300 hours

 
How to obtain application info: Visit Website
Preferred method of contacting the program: Email the Program
We have matched with interns from these programs: University of Southern California University of Texas at Austin University of Nevada, Las Vegas University of Houston University of New Mexico Utah State University University of Nevada, Reno University of Memphis Marshall University Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology Adler University; Nova Southeastern University Pacific Graduate School of Psychology Arizona School of Professional Psychology- Argosy, Phoenix American School of Professional Psychology- Argosy- Southern California PGSP- Stanford Consortium Alliant International University Antioch University Palo Alto University National Louis University Pacific University
Internship Applicant Requirements
US Citizenship Required: Yes
If NOT a U.S. Citizen, Authorization to Work or to Engage in Practical Training (CPT or OPT) in the US is Required: No
Canadian Citizenship Required: No
If NOT a Canadian Citizen, Authorization to Work in Canada or to Engage in Practical Training (CPT or OPT) in Canada is Required: No
Masters Degree Required: Yes, by application deadline
Comprehensive Exams Passed: Yes, by application deadline
Dissertation Proposal Approved: Yes, by ranking deadline
Dissertation Defended: No
Minimum Number of AAPI Intervention Hours (if applicable):
Minimum Number of AAPI Assessment Hours (if applicable):
Minimum Number of Combined Intervention and Assessment Hours (if applicable):
Does your program require applicants to submit supplemental materials (i.e., an assessment report and/or a case/treatment summary): No
Minimum Number of Years of Grad Training Required (if applicable): 3
Accepted / Not-Accepted Program Types
Clinical Psychology Accepted
Counseling Psychology Accepted
School Psychology Not Accepted
APA-Accredited Accepted
CPA-Accredited Accepted
PCSAS-Accredited Accepted
Non-Accredited Not Accepted
Ph.D Degree Accepted
Psy.D. Degree Accepted
Ed.D. Degree Not Accepted
This institution, department, internship, or postdoctoral program requires trainees to sign a statement about personal behavior and/or religious beliefs as a condition of admission and/or retention in the program: No
How to obtain text of statement:
Other Requirements: Pre-hire urine drug testing. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with United States Selective Service before they can be employed at a VAMC. Health Professions Trainees (HPTs) are appointed as temporary employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs. As such, HPTs are subject to laws, policies, and guidelines posted for VA staff members. There are infrequent times in which this guidance can change during a training year which may create new requirements or responsibilities for HPTs. If employment requirements change during the course of a training year, HPTs will be notified of the change and impact as soon as possible and options provided. The Training Director will provide you with the information you need to understand the requirement and reasons for the requirement in timely manner. Please see our website for additional eligibility requirements.
Program Description

Our program offers 3 tracks: 

The PTSD Track (APPIC Number: 234211) consists of one position. The PTSD Program offers an interdisciplinary training environment where interns refine skills in the areas of individual and group therapy, assessment, case conceptualization, and treatment planning. This rotation provides interns with a foundation in trauma and specialized skills in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of PTSD. The PTSD program was developed to treat Veterans experiencing PTSD from all sources of trauma. Veterans are fully assessed by clinicians to determine program eligibility and treatment needs. The PTSD Program is developed to provide evidence-based treatments that include PE, CPT, or EMDR. Additional groups following the initial course of treatment focus on the Veteran's specific needs. There are core groups for Veterans experiencing combat trauma, military sexual trauma, and guilt and shame related to traumatic experiences. Clinical experience is gained throughout three 12-month placements. This rotation system is designed to provide opportunities in PTSD as the area of emphasis, generalist training, and a minor rotation in psychodiagnositic assessment. 

The Neuropsychology Track (APPIC Number: 234212) consists of one position. It is ideal for applicants with prior experience in neuropsychology who plan to pursue a neuropsychology postdoctoral fellowship. Training is designed to meet the Minnesota Conference Guidelines. The intern is expected to devote at least 50% of their time to activities designed to increase knowledge of brain-behavior relationships and neuropsychological assessment. The neuropsychology intern is guaranteed 12-month placement in the neuropsychology clinic and geriatric evaluation clinic. The intern will also receive 6-month generalist training in the PCBH and HBPC/Palliative Care rotations and will be required to utilize evidence based treatments during the year. They are required to participate in the neuropsychology seminar. The training builds on competencies in the Minnesota Conference Guidelines including foundational competencies (e.g., neuroscience of brain behavior relationships, integration of science and practice, etc.) and functional competencies (e.g., assessment, intervention, consultation, and professional/ scholarly activities, etc.).

The Geropsychology Track (APPIC Number: 234213) consists of one position. It is ideal for applicants with prior experience in geropsychology who plan to pursue a geropsychology postdoctoral fellowship. The geropsychology track offers a major area of study in geropsychology where the intern will spend at least 50% of their time involved in activities designed to increase their knowledge and skills in providing care to older adults. The geropsychology track intern is guaranteed placement in the geriatric evaluation clinic, neuropsychology clinic, and HBPC/Palliative care rotations. They will also receive generalist training in the PCBH rotation and will be required to utilize evidence based treatments during the year. They are required to participate in the neuropsychology seminar. The training builds on the Pikes Peak Competency areas for Geropsychology Training. This includes both foundational knowledge of aging and functional competencies (i.e., assessment, intervention, and consultation).

The VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System (VASNHS) internship was developed to address community and Veteran Health Administration needs within the greater Las Vegas Metropolitan area with respect to recruiting and training new psychologists. VASNHS is steadfast in its commitment to providing high quality training to psychology interns with emphasis toward preparation in public sector careers.

At VASNHS, the internship year is conceptualized as a set of clinical and professional skills that interlock. The internship training year includes intensive clinical training under the supervision of licensed psychologists. Interns will work within dynamic intercollaborative professional teams consisting of medical and allied health professions. Training at the VASNHS is crafted to expand and enhance professional psychology competencies.

The program trains doctoral candidates to function as autonomous professionals in varied health care settings, with emphasis on the role of the psychologist in state of the art medical settings. Our program seeks to deliver a strong foundation in fundamental and advanced practice skills within an area of emphasis while also providing strong generalist training. The acquisition of core competencies in evidence-based approaches to care is paramount. Training is experiential, supervised, and graded in complexity. Learning is a developmental and sequential process leading toward the ultimate goal of independent practice. The Psychology Internship Program is designed to promote professional competency and engender skills in complex clinical reasoning. 

Internship Training Opportunities

Populations
Infants:
Toddlers:
Children:
Adolescents:
Adults: Yes
Family:
Older Adults: Yes
Inpatients:
Outpatients: Yes
LGBTQ+: Yes
Ethnic minorities: Yes
Spanish-speaking: Yes
French-speaking:
Deaf/Hearing-impaired: Yes
Students: Yes
International Students:
Rural: Yes
Urban: Yes
Low income: Yes
People without housing: Yes
Other:

(training opportunities continued)

Treatment Modalities
Assessment: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Individual Therapy: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Couples Therapy:
Family Therapy:
Group Therapy: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Community Intervention: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Consultation/Liaison: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Crisis Intervention: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Brief Psychotherapy: Emphasis (31% to 49%)
Long-term Psychotherapy: Emphasis (31% to 49%)
Cognitive Rehabilitation:
Primary Care: Emphasis (31% to 49%)
Evidenced Based Practice: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Evidence Based Research: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Supervision of Practicum students : Exposure (1% to 20%)
Other:

(training opportunities continued)

Experience
Health Psychology: Experience (21% to 30%)
Women's Health: Exposure (1% to 20%)
HIV/AIDS:
Eating Disorders:
Sexual Disorders:
Sports Psychology:
Rehabilitation Psychology: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Physical Disabilities: Emphasis (31% to 49%)
Learning Disabilities: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Developmental Disabilities:
Assessment: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Neuropsychology-Adult: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Neuropsychology-Child:
Serious Mental Illness: Experience (21% to 30%)
Anxiety Disorders: Experience (21% to 30%)
Trauma/PTSD: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Sexual Abuse: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Substance Use Disorders: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Forensics/Corrections:
Sexual Offenders:
Geropsychology: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Pediatrics:
School:
Counseling:
Vocational/Career Development:
Multicultural Therapy: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Feminist Therapy:
Religion/Spirituality:
Empirically-Supported Treatments: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Public Policy/Advocacy:
Program Development/Evaluation: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Supervision: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Research:
Administration:
Integrated health care - primary: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Integrated health care - specialty: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Other:

Additional information about training opportunities: Not all rotations or training experiences may be available as described in the APPIC Directory. Please consult the program's application materials or their website at: https://www.va.gov/southern-nevada-health-care/work-with-us/internships-and-fellowships/psychology-internship-program/  for a complete description of the training opportunities available at this training site. IF the site has not updated their information by August 1, feel free to contact the Training Director for additional information.

Summary of the Characteristics of the Specified Internship Class
2017-2018 2018-2019 2019-2020 2020-2021 2021-2022 2022-2023 2023-2024 2024-2025 2025-2026 2026-2027
Number of Completed Applications: 18 44 55 59 67 69 45 51 55
Number of applicants invited for interviews: 16 33 43 43 48 46 29 32 35
Total number of interns: 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 5 2
Total number of interns from APA/CPA accredited programs: 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 5 2
Total number of interns from Ph.D. programs: 0 1 1 1 3 0 3 4 1
Total number of interns from Psy.D. programs: 3 2 2 3 1 4 1 1 1
Total number of interns from Ed.D. programs: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Number of interns that come from a Clinical Psychology program 3 2 3 4 4 4 3 4 2
Number of interns that come from a Counseling Psychology program 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0
Number of interns that come from a School Psychology program 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Range of integrated assessment reports: lowest number of reports written 6 5 7 3 5 2 4 1 0
Range of integrated assessment reports: highest number of reports written 10 11 26 47 18 11 15 50 90
Summary of Post Internship Employment Settings of Each Internship Class (1st Placement)
2022-2023 2023-2024 2024-2025 2025-2026
Academic teaching:
Community mental health center: 0 2 0 0
Consortium: 0 0 0 0
University Counseling Center: 0 1 0 0
Hospital/Medical Center: 0 0 1 0
Veterans Affairs Health Care System: 3 0 1 0
Psychiatric facility: 0 0 0 0
Correctional facility: 0 1 0 0
Health Maintenance Organization: 0 0 0 0
School district/system: 0 0 0 0
Independent practice setting: 1 0 2 0
Other (Academic Psychology Department): 0 0 0 0
Link to Program's Trainee Admissions, Support, and Outcome Data: https://www.va.gov/files/2025-10/Internship%20Admissions%20Support%20and%20Initial%20Placement%20Data%202025.pdf
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