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Member Site Information
APPIC Member Number: 2035
Program Type: Internship
Membership Type: Full Membership
Site: Southwest Behavioral & Health Services
Department: Training Institute
Address: 3450 N. 3rd Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85012
Country: United States
Metro Area: Not Applicable
Phoenix-Mesa-Glendale, AZ
Distance from Major City:
Phone: 480-416-4187
Fax:
Training Director Email: LeslieMo@sbhservices.org
Co-Training Director Email: dianach@sbhservices.org
Web Address: https://www.sbhservices.org/index.php/bohanske-center/doctoral-psychology-internship-program
Brochure Website's Address: https://www.sbhservices.org/sites/default/files/uploads/documents/2024 Brochure.docx
Primary Agency Type: Community Mental Health Center
Additional Agency Types:
Member of APPIC since: 2007
Accreditation
APA Accreditation Accredited
CPA Accreditation Not Accredited
Internship Staff/Faculty Information
Training Director: Leslie Montijo-Tai
Chief Psychologist: Lynette Livesay
Number of Full-Time Licensed Doctoral Psychologists on Staff/Faculty 9
Number of Part-Time Licensed Doctoral Psychologists on Staff/Faculty 0
Position Information
Start Date: 08/17/2026
Funded
Number of Full Time Slots Expected Next Class: 27
Number of Part Time Slots Expected Next Class: 0
Stipend
Full Time Annual Stipend for Next Class: 35000
Part Time Annual Stipend for Next Class: 0
Fringe Benefits: Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Sick Leave, Vacation
Other Fringe Benefits (not indicated above): 80 hours of Paid Time Off and ten paid state and federal holidays for a total of four weeks of paid time away from internship
Brief description of the typical work day for an intern at this training site A typical day for an intern varies from site to site, depending on the placement/setting. Please refer to the brochure for more detailed information about the experiences offered at SB&H.
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: 11/11/2025 11:59 PM EST
A Virtual Interview are: Required
Interview notification date: 11/21/2025
Tentative interview date: 01/10/2025, 01/13/2024
Interview process description:

All interviews will be conducted via Teams or Zoom. No in-person interviews are being offered. Applicants are notified about their interview status via email on or before 11/21/2025. Individual interviews will be conducted Friday, January 9th, 2026 and Monday, January 12th, 2026. Interviews will comprise of the applicant and two staff psychologists or a staff psychologist and a post-doctoral resident from SB&H. Interviews will last approximately 30-45 minutes with an opportunity at the end of the interview for the applicant to ask questions. For applicants who have been extended an invitation to interview, several virtual open houses will be offered the week of December 8th-, 12th, 2025. These will include a general overview meeting, program specific open houses for each track, as well as an open house for applicants to attend with interns from the current cohort.

As a condition of becoming an intern and remaining an intern for the duration of the training year applicants must meet and adhere to certain background requirements. SB&H will perform a background investigation (which may include professional references, criminal history, civil history, sex offender search, social security number verification, education verification, OIG Exclusionary clearance, driving history, vehicle insurance verification, drug screening test and TB test). The internship offer will be contingent upon completion of an eight panel drug screen which consists of the following: Amphetamines, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, cocaine, methadone, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP) and propoxyphene. In addition, in case of reasonable suspicion, the company reserves the right to expand the list of drugs included in the screening process. Failure to submit a urine sample or if the analysis reveals the presence of drugs or other controlled substances, the opportunity to train as an intern at SB&H is immediately and wholly revoked. While marijuana and alcohol are legal in the State of Arizona, interns are not to present to work at their site under the influence of either substance. A fingerprint clearance card is also required.

 
How to obtain application info: Visit Website
Preferred method of contacting the program: Email the Program
We have matched with interns from these programs: Midwestern University, Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, Pacific University School of Professional Psychology, Alliant International University, University of Minnesota, Adler University, Wright Institute, Azusa Pacific University, Rutgers University, University of Arizona, University of San Francisco, Pepperdine University, Wheaton College, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, William James College, California Lutheran University, Loma Linda University School of Behavioral Health, University of Denver, University of North Carolina Wilmington, Ohio University, University, Illinois State University, Howard University, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, University at Albany, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, University of Washington, University of California Los Angeles, William Paterson University, Ponce Health Services University, University at Albany, Loma Linda University, University of Denver, Long Island University, University of North Carolina Wilmington, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Ohio University, Northwest University, George Fox University, California Baptist University, Howard University, Roberts Wesleyan College, Carlos Albizu University, National University, Hawaii Pacific University, Idaho State University, Central Michigan University, Stevenson University
Internship Applicant Requirements
US Citizenship Required: No
If NOT a U.S. Citizen, Authorization to Work or to Engage in Practical Training (CPT or OPT) in the US is Required: Yes
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: No
Comprehensive Exams Passed: Yes, by start of internship
Dissertation Proposal Approved: Yes, by start of internship
Dissertation Defended: No
Minimum Number of AAPI Intervention Hours (if applicable): 250
Minimum Number of AAPI Assessment Hours (if applicable): 25
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): Yes
Minimum Number of Years of Grad Training Required (if applicable): 3
Accepted / Not-Accepted Program Types
Clinical Psychology Accepted
Counseling Psychology Accepted
School Psychology Accepted
APA-Accredited Accepted
CPA-Accredited Accepted
PCSAS-Accredited Accepted
Non-Accredited Accepted
Ph.D Degree Accepted
Psy.D. Degree Accepted
Ed.D. Degree 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:
Program Description

Community Living Program (NMS #203516)

The Community Living program offers the opportunity for interns to learn how to assist adults with behavioral health interventions in a variety of settings, in the greater Phoenix area. A key component of this placement is assisting adults with community integration and resolving behavioral issues so that individuals may to gain greater community independence. Services are designed to build upon an individual's strengths, and provide community supports. Services are provided in the member’s home, residential facilities, and the community. Interns will gain proficiency in working with voluntary and court ordered adults, addressing substance abuse issues, assessing and treating a variety of psychiatric symptoms, and navigating public health systems within Maricopa County to increase member supports and resources. As part of a multidisciplinary team, interns will engage in coordination of care, member advocacy, treatment planning and programming with an integrative approach. The intern may also have opportunities to provide input on program development and to facilitate training and supervision to direct care staff. Interns conduct intake assessments, provide individual counseling, facilitate groups, and participate in community-based activities.  

Inpatient Units (NMS #203514)

The inpatient units are 24-hour, Level One, secured facilities located in Phoenix, Arizona. Members admitted to the inpatient programs are typically considered a danger to self or others and are unable to function in the community. The interns provide behavioral health inter­ven­tions for individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis who require a struc­tured, non-hospital setting. Services are designed to build upon the member’s strengths while working to minimize escalation of behaviors that will lead to a more restrictive setting. Interns are part of a multidisciplinary team consisting of prescribers, nurses, and behavioral health technicians. Interns have opportunities to assess and treat adults manifesting a variety of psychiatric symptoms and diagnoses. Interns will gain pro­ficiency in working with individuals as they work to resolve mental health crises and stabilize over a 3-5 day and/or 60-90 day period of time. Daily group and individual therapy sessions are facilitated by interns.

Outpatient Clinic

Maricopa County, Arizona (NMS #203513)

Nothern Arizona- Flagstaff and Prescott Valley sites (NMS #203517)

The Outpatient Clinics serve members who reside in various urban and rural parts of Maricopa County, as well as in Flagstaff, and Prescott Valley, Arizona. The clinics serve all age ranges of members from birth through adulthood. The intern provides comprehensive behavioral health services including Initial Engagement Sessions, individual counseling, family/couples counseling, and group counseling. Coordinating care with the member’s primary care physician and other providers is essential and assists the intern in becoming adept at an integrated model of care. The intern works as part of a treatment team that includes the program director, case managers, clinicians, family coaches, and prescribers.  Services are provided in both the outpatient clinic, telehealth, as well as the member’s home, as needed. For the Flagstaff and Prescott Valley locations, the intern will have the opportunity to work in both the outpatient clinic, as well as the opioid replacement services clinic.

 School and Community Based Counseling Services (NMS #203519)

The School and Community-Based Counseling Services program provides comprehensive behavioral health services to youth and their families in school and community settings in the greater Phoenix area. All behavioral health services are developed in collaboration with the youth and family and are created to be flexible and adjustable as the youth and family progress and grow. The intern works collaboratively with school staff and families to provide not only individual, group, and family counseling, but helps identify supports needing to be developed and implemented in the home and school environment to help children reach their potential. As part the Child and Family Team (CFT) process, the intern meets with members on the child’s clinical team to assess and monitor goals that drive the overall need for development. During school breaks, the intern wil assist in facilitating groups and other mental health related activities on the school campus and may also provide in-home services.

Internship Training Opportunities

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

(training opportunities continued)

Treatment Modalities
Assessment: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Individual Therapy: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Couples Therapy: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Family Therapy: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Group Therapy: Experience (21% to 30%)
Community Intervention: Experience (21% to 30%)
Consultation/Liaison: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Crisis Intervention: Experience (21% to 30%)
Brief Psychotherapy: Experience (21% to 30%)
Long-term Psychotherapy:
Cognitive Rehabilitation:
Primary Care:
Evidenced Based Practice: Experience (21% to 30%)
Evidence Based Research:
Supervision of Practicum students : Exposure (1% to 20%)
Other:

(training opportunities continued)

Experience
Health Psychology: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Women's Health: Exposure (1% to 20%)
HIV/AIDS:
Eating Disorders:
Sexual Disorders:
Sports Psychology:
Rehabilitation Psychology:
Physical Disabilities:
Learning Disabilities:
Developmental Disabilities:
Assessment: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Neuropsychology-Adult:
Neuropsychology-Child:
Serious Mental Illness: Emphasis (31% to 49%)
Anxiety Disorders: Experience (21% to 30%)
Trauma/PTSD: Experience (21% to 30%)
Sexual Abuse: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Substance Use Disorders: Experience (21% to 30%)
Forensics/Corrections:
Sexual Offenders:
Geropsychology:
Pediatrics:
School: Emphasis (31% to 49%)
Counseling: Emphasis (31% to 49%)
Vocational/Career Development:
Multicultural Therapy: Experience (21% to 30%)
Feminist Therapy:
Religion/Spirituality:
Empirically-Supported Treatments: Major Area of Study (50% or Greater)
Public Policy/Advocacy:
Program Development/Evaluation:
Supervision: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Research:
Administration:
Integrated health care - primary: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Integrated health care - specialty:
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.sbhservices.org/index.php/bohanske-center/doctoral-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
Number of Completed Applications: 176 107 163 169 253 201 211 270 274
Number of applicants invited for interviews: 73 65 81 95 135 103 117 127 107
Total number of interns: 17 17 24 26 28 23 24 18 27
Total number of interns from APA/CPA accredited programs: 16 14 22 26 28 23 24 18 27
Total number of interns from Ph.D. programs: 1 0 3 6 8 7 4 2
Total number of interns from Psy.D. programs: 16 17 21 20 20 15 20 16
Total number of interns from Ed.D. programs: 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Number of interns that come from a Clinical Psychology program 17 17 22 23 23 16 22 17
Number of interns that come from a Counseling Psychology program 0 0 2 0 2 2 2 0
Number of interns that come from a School Psychology program 0 0 0 3 3 5 0 1
Range of integrated assessment reports: lowest number of reports written 0 0 0 0 0 0
Range of integrated assessment reports: highest number of reports written 38 25 48 102 53 24
Summary of Post Internship Employment Settings of Each Internship Class (1st Placement)
2022-2023 2023-2024 2024-2025
Academic teaching: 2
Community mental health center: 10 6 0
Consortium: 1 0 0
University Counseling Center: 1 0 0
Hospital/Medical Center: 2 1 0
Veterans Affairs Health Care System: 2 1 0
Psychiatric facility: 0 0 0
Correctional facility: 0 2 0
Health Maintenance Organization: 1 0 0
School district/system: 3 3 0
Independent practice setting: 1 6 0
Other (Academic Psychology Department): 0 0 0
Link to Program's Trainee Admissions, Support, and Outcome Data:
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