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Member Site Information
APPIC Member Number: 2654
Program Type: Internship
Membership Type: Full Membership
Site: Central Focus Psychological Group
Department: Central Focus Psychological Group Clinical Training Program
Address: 1259 Lake Plaza Dr
Sute 255
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80906
Country: United States
Metro Area: Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Distance from Major City: 70 miles south of Denver, CO
Phone: 719-598-3585
Fax: 720-358-2674
Training Director Email: admin@centralfocusgroup.com
Co-Training Director Email:
Web Address: http://www.centralfocusgroup.com
Brochure Website's Address: http://www.centralfocusgroup.com
Primary Agency Type: Private Outpatient Clinic
Additional Agency Types:
  • Private Outpatient Clinic
Member of APPIC since:
Accreditation
APA Accreditation Not Accredited
CPA Accreditation Not Accredited
Internship Staff/Faculty Information
Training Director: Clinton Pickett
Chief Psychologist: Clinton Pickett
Number of Full-Time Licensed Doctoral Psychologists on Staff/Faculty 3
Number of Part-Time Licensed Doctoral Psychologists on Staff/Faculty 1
Position Information
Start Date: 08/03/2026
Funded
Number of Full Time Slots Expected Next Class: 4
Number of Part Time Slots Expected Next Class: 0
Stipend
Full Time Annual Stipend for Next Class: 60000
Part Time Annual Stipend for Next Class:
Fringe Benefits: Dissertation Release Time, Health Insurance, Licensing Exam Release Time, Professional Development Time, Sick Leave, Vacation
Other Fringe Benefits (not indicated above): Interns and postdoctoral fellows receive flexible scheduling accommodations, individual office space with testing and therapy materials, access to electronic scoring software, professional development funds (as available), weekly didactic training, individual and group supervision, and the opportunity to participate in multidisciplinary case consultations. Support is also provided for licensure preparation and career planning.
Brief description of the typical work day for an intern at this training site A typical day includes a combination of client-facing activities (e.g., psychological and neuropsychological testing, intake interviews, feedback sessions), scoring and report writing, supervision meetings, and participation in didactic seminars. Interns and postdocs may see 1 client per day for testing and spend the remainder of the day interpreting data, writing reports, attending supervision, or engaging in professional development. Schedules are designed to support both clinical growth and manageable workload.
Does this site have practicum psychology students on site? Yes
Doctoral Psychology Practicum StudentsYes
Masters Psychology Practicum StudentsYes
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? Yes
Details of the above affiliations Central Focus Psychological Group is partially affiliated with several doctoral programs through established practicum and internship partnerships, including those with the University of Denver (DU), University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS), and Fielding Graduate University. These affiliations support 1–3 student placements per year and involve close coordination with training directors to meet academic and clinical competency requirements. While these affiliations do not guarantee placement, they reflect a history of collaboration and training alignment.
Internship Application Process
Accepting Applicants: Yes
Application Due Date: 11/28/2025 11:59 PM EST
Interview notification date: 11/01/2025
Tentative interview date: NA
Interview process description:

Applicants selected for interviews will be contacted via email and offered scheduling options within a 2–3 week interview window, typically held between mid-December and mid-January. Interviews are conducted virtually via secure video platform to ensure accessibility for all applicants. Each interview lasts approximately 45 to 60 minutes.

The format includes an individual interview with one or more licensed supervisors or training directors. Applicants will be asked a mix of structured and conversational questions about their clinical experience, assessment skills, supervision preferences, and professional goals. Time is reserved for applicant questions, and we welcome inquiries about specific rotations, supervisors, or clinical populations.

Upon request, applicants may schedule additional time to speak with current trainees or specific staff members, depending on availability. We value transparency and fit, and encourage candidates to engage openly throughout the process.

Final decisions are communicated in accordance with APPIC guidelines.
How to obtain application info: Visit Website
Preferred method of contacting the program: Email the Program
We have matched with interns from these programs: This is our first year participating in the APPIC Match; therefore, we have not yet matched with any intern cohorts. We look forward to building strong training relationships with doctoral programs moving forward.
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: 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: No
Dissertation Proposal Approved: No
Dissertation Defended: No
Minimum Number of AAPI Intervention Hours (if applicable): 750
Minimum Number of AAPI Assessment Hours (if applicable): 1250
Minimum Number of Combined Intervention and Assessment Hours (if applicable): 2000+
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): 1
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: https://centralfocusgroup.com/
Program Description

Central Focus Psychological Group (CFPG) is a multidisciplinary private outpatient clinic located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Our training program emphasizes the development of advanced clinical competencies in psychological and neuropsychological assessment, diagnostic formulation, and evidence-based intervention. Interns receive extensive training in administering, scoring, and interpreting a wide range of cognitive, academic, emotional, and neurodevelopmental assessments for children, adolescents, and adults.

Interns are integrated into a collaborative and supportive team that includes licensed psychologists, psychometrists, and practicum students. Supervision is provided weekly in both individual and group formats, with additional opportunities for didactic seminars, case conferences, and professional development. The training experience at CFPG is particularly well-suited for students interested in autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, learning disabilities, trauma-related disorders, and mood and anxiety concerns.

Our goal is to foster competent, ethical, and confident clinicians who are prepared to succeed in a variety of professional settings, including private practice, hospitals, schools, and interdisciplinary teams. Interns are viewed as emerging professionals, and we strive to provide a flexible, high-quality training experience tailored to individual strengths, goals, and areas for growth.

Internship Training Opportunities

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

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Treatment Modalities
Assessment: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Individual Therapy: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Couples Therapy: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Family Therapy: Exposure (1% to 20%)
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: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Long-term Psychotherapy: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Cognitive Rehabilitation: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Primary Care: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Evidenced Based Practice: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Evidence Based Research: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Supervision of Practicum students : Exposure (1% to 20%)
Other:

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Experience
Health Psychology: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Women's Health: Exposure (1% to 20%)
HIV/AIDS: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Eating Disorders: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Sexual Disorders: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Sports Psychology: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Rehabilitation Psychology: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Physical Disabilities: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Learning Disabilities: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Developmental Disabilities: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Assessment: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Neuropsychology-Adult: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Neuropsychology-Child: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Serious Mental Illness: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Anxiety Disorders: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Trauma/PTSD: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Sexual Abuse: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Substance Use Disorders: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Forensics/Corrections: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Sexual Offenders: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Geropsychology: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Pediatrics: Exposure (1% to 20%)
School: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Counseling: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Vocational/Career Development: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Multicultural Therapy: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Feminist Therapy:
Religion/Spirituality:
Empirically-Supported Treatments: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Public Policy/Advocacy:
Program Development/Evaluation:
Supervision: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Research: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Administration: Exposure (1% to 20%)
Integrated health care - primary:
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: www.centralfocusgroup.com  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: 0 0 0 0
Number of applicants invited for interviews: 0 0 0 0
Total number of interns: 0 0 0 0
Total number of interns from APA/CPA accredited programs: 0 0 0 0
Total number of interns from Ph.D. programs: 0 0 0 0
Total number of interns from Psy.D. programs: 0 0 0 0
Total number of interns from Ed.D. programs: 0 0 0 0
Number of interns that come from a Clinical Psychology program 0 0 0 0
Number of interns that come from a Counseling Psychology program 0 0 0 0
Number of interns that come from a School Psychology program 0 0 0 0
Range of integrated assessment reports: lowest number of reports written 0 0 0 0
Range of integrated assessment reports: highest number of reports written 0 0 0 0
Summary of Post Internship Employment Settings of Each Internship Class (1st Placement)
2022-2023 2023-2024 2024-2025
Academic teaching:
Community mental health center: 0 0 0
Consortium: 0 0 0
University Counseling Center: 0 0 0
Hospital/Medical Center: 0 0 0
Veterans Affairs Health Care System: 0 0 0
Psychiatric facility: 0 0 0
Correctional facility: 0 0 0
Health Maintenance Organization: 0 0 0
School district/system: 0 0 0
Independent practice setting: 0 0 0
Other (Academic Psychology Department): 0 0 0
Link to Program's Trainee Admissions, Support, and Outcome Data:
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