Clinical Internships
Clinical Internships
Council for Relationships
Our Clinical Internships program, supported by our Postgraduate Certificate Program and various Masters-Level academic programs in the Philadelphia region, aims to enhance interpersonal connections through accessible and expert therapy for individuals, relationships, and families, along with clinical training and research.
As an intern at Council for Relationships I have been able to learn so much about myself as a future clinician, along with critical skills such as proper documentation, various interventions, and what it means to truly join with a client.
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CFR has provided me with a nurturing and supportive environment…I have had the chance to conduct individual and group therapy sessions with a diverse population, including children, shelter residents, and immigrants. My experiences here have significantly enriched my knowledge and skills in addressing a variety of mental health issues.
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Clinical Supervision
CFR provides Clinical Supervision to students as mandated by their academic programs and COAMFTE standards. Our supervision includes individual, dyadic, peer, and group settings to offer diverse insights and feedback to students as they start their clinical practice. The following are key elements of the supervision in our Clinical Internships Program:
- Reviewing clinical work through audio/video recordings
- Case conceptualization
- Treatment planning
- Assessment and evaluation
Applying for Clinical Internships at CFR
Applications are not being accepted at this time. Join our mailing list to be notified the moment our application period opens.
Meet Our 2024-2025 Clinical Interns
![Kay Anderson Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Kay Anderson](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Kay-Anderson.png)
Kay F. Anderson, M.DIV
(she/her/hers)
Postgraduate – Clergy Track
![Sophie Barkhordari Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Sophie Barkhordari](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Sophie-Barkhordari-Headshot.png)
Sophie Barkhordari
(she/her/hers)
Virginia Tech University
![Hannah Bushner Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Hannah Bushner](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Hannah-Bushner-Headshot.png)
Hannah Bushner
(she/her/hers)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Casey Butcher Headshot Headshot for CFR Clinical Intern Casey Butcher](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Casey-Butcher-Headshot.png)
Casey Butcher
(he/they)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Julia Cash Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Julia Cash](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Julia-Cash-Headshot.png)
Julia Cash
(she/her/hers)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Sage DeRosa Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Sage DeRosa](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Sage-DeRosa-Headshot.png)
Sage DeRosa
(she/her/hers)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Charlotte Fay Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Charlotte Fay](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Charlotte-Fay-Headshot.png)
Charlotte Fay
(she/her/hers)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Sue Fendrick A close-up headshot of Sue Fendrick, featuring a woman with a warm smile, medium-length graying hair, and clear skin. She is wearing a grey blazer over a darker grey top and is set against a blurred background with a hint of brickwork. The focus is sharp on her face, with soft natural lighting enhancing her features.](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Sue-Fendrick.png)
Sue Fendrick
(she/her/hers)
Postgraduate – Clinical Track
![Seth Fisher A professional headshot of Seth Fisher, a person with neatly groomed facial hair and a subtle smile, sporting a white shirt and a dark green cardigan. His direct gaze and confident posture are set against a light grey background, conveying a composed and trustworthy appearance.](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Seth-Fisher.png)
Seth Fisher
(all pronouns)
Postgraduate – Clergy Track
![Charlotte Fitterman Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Charlotte Fitterman](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Charlotte-Fitterman.png)
Charlotte Fitterman
(she/her/hers)
Temple University
![Lillian Freundlich Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Lillian Freundlich](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Charlotte-Fitterman-1.png)
Lillian Freundlich
(she/her/hers)
Temple University
![Olivia Gold Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Olivia Gold](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Olivia-Gold-Headshot.png)
Olivia Gold
(she/her/hers)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Shannon Hoffman Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Shannon Hoffman](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Shannon-Hoffman-Headshot.png)
Shannon Hoffman
(she/her/hers)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Lou Lee Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Lou Lee](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Lou-Lee-Headshot.png)
Lou Lee
(they/she)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Jannah Madyun Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Jannah Madyun](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Jannah-Madyun-Headshot.png)
Jannah Madyun
(she/her/hers)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Emily McQueen Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Emily McQueen](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Emily-McQueen-Headshot.png)
Emily McQueen
(she/her/hers)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Makenzie Meehan Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Makenzie Meehan](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Makenzie-Meehan-Headshot.png)
Makenzie Meehan
(she/her/hers)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Jessica Michels Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Jessica Michels](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Jessica-Michels-Headshot.png)
Jessica Michels
(she/her)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Jeremy Miller Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Jeremy Miller](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Jeremy-Miller-Headshot.png)
Jeremy Miller
(he/him/his)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Karen Nelson A headshot of Karen Nelson, a woman with a bright smile, sporting short hair, round glasses, and a blue knitted scarf over a black top. The natural outdoor background shows a blurred stone wall, complementing her cheerful and stylish appearance.](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Karen-Nelson.png)
Karen Nelson
(she/her/hers)
Postgraduate – Clergy Track
![Loren O’Brien Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Loren O’Brien](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Loren-OBrien-Headshot.png)
Loren O’Brien
(she/her/hers)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Carol O’Donoghue A picture of Carol O'Donoghue smiling woman with shoulder-length straight auburn hair wearing red-framed glasses, small drop earrings, a black T-shirt, and a silver necklace with a leaf-designed pendant. She is posing in front of a textured stone wall with a soft-focus background in natural daylight.](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Carol-ODonoghue.png)
Carol O’Donoghue
(she/her/hers)
Postgraduate – Clinical Track
![Kathy O'Hearn Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Kathy O'Hearn](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Kathy-OHearn-Headshot.png)
Kathy O’Hearn
(she/her/it)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Polly Palmer A vibrant headshot of Polly Palmer, a woman with a radiant smile, shoulder-length dark hair, wearing a dark green turtleneck and a light-wash denim jacket. She's standing with her arms crossed against a plain white background, exuding a friendly and approachable demeanor.](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Polly-Palmer.png)
Polly Palmer
(she/her/hers)
Postgraduate – Clinical Track
![Jennifer Phelps A headshot of Jennifer Phelps, a woman with a friendly smile, wearing glasses and a purple collared shirt with a clergy collar. She has her hair pulled back and is sporting a circular pin on her top. The background features an outdoor setting with a stone wall, highlighting her cheerful demeanor in a natural light.](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Jennifer-Phelps.png)
Jennifer Phelps
(she/her/hers)
Postgraduate – Clergy Track
![Abby Ponticello Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Abby Ponticello](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Abby-Ponticello-Headshot.png)
Abby Ponticello
(she/her/hers)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Ren Sahlman Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Ren Sahlman](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Ren-Sahlman-Headshot.png)
Ren Sahlman
(they/them)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Emlen Smith Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Emlen Smith](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Emlen-Smith-Headshot.png)
Emlen Smith
(he/him/his)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Elise Stendal Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Elise Stendal](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Elise-Stendal-Headshot.png)
Elise Stendal
(she/her/hers)
West Chester University
![Julianna Strati Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Julianna Strati](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Julianna-Strati-Headshot.png)
Julianna Strati
she/her/hers)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Jenna Strusowski Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Jenna Strusowski](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Jenna-Strusowski-Headshot.png)
Jenna Strusowski
(she/her/hers)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Nia Tift Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Nia Tift](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Nia-Tift-Headshot.png)
Nia Tift
(she/her)
Thomas Jefferson University
![Alison VanBuskirk Philip A headshot of Alison VanBuskirk, a woman with a genuine smile, long straight hair, and small earrings, wearing a v-neck, long-sleeve maroon dress accessorized with a heart-shaped necklace. She is pictured outdoors with lush green trees in the soft-focus background, giving the image a serene and natural ambiance.](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Alison-VanBuskirk-Philip.png)
Alison VanBuskirk Philip
(she/her/hers)
Postgraduate – Clergy Track
![Matthew Venuti Headshot Headshot of CFR Clinical Intern Matthew Venuti](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Matthew-Venuti-Headshot.png)
Matthew Venuti
(he/she/they)
Thomas Jefferson University
Council for Relationships is a nonprofit organization. Help us provide grants to clinical interns to cover the cost of their training and supervision!
Clinically and professionally, being supervised at CFR has enhanced my awareness within the field and helped me feel more confident applying therapeutic techniques in session.
Featured Expert Voice Blogs
Enjoy these Expert Voices blogs by CFR Clinical Internship alumni.
![I- Blog Queerplatonic relationships This is a collage of black and white images with a central color image, laid out to create a promotional graphic for an article or a discussion topic. The central color image shows two people, with a focus on their hands gently resting on one another, showcasing rings, implying a significant relationship. Surrounding this image are various black and white photos depicting different forms of affection or companionship: two people laughing together, a person resting their head on another's shoulder, two individuals sitting by a body of water, an elderly couple smiling at the camera, and a person cuddling with a dog. Overlaid on the collage is a block of text that reads "QUEERPLATONIC RELATIONSHIPS & QUESTIONING ROMANTIC HIERARCHY BY ANDY PHAM & CASEY HERGER" with the logo "COUNCIL FOR RELATIONSHIPS" at the bottom. The composition suggests a focus on the depth and variety of relationships beyond traditional romantic frameworks.](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/I-Blog-Queerplatonic-relationships.png)
Andy Phạm & Casey Herger
![I Neurodivergent Blog](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/I-Neurodivergent-Blog.png)
Talia Higgins
![I-AI in the Therapy Room](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/I-AI-in-the-Therapy-Room.jpg)
Yasmine Beydoun
Questions & Contact
To learn more about our Clinical Internship program or opportunities at Council for Relationships, please contact:
Allen-Michael Lewis, M.S., LMFT, AS (he/him/his)
Senior Director of Clinical Programs
alewis@councilforrelationships
(215)-382-6680 ext. 4206
Michael Butera, MFT (he/him/his)
Coordinator of Clinical Internships
mbutera@councilforrelationships.org
(215)-382-6680 ext. 4346
Click here to learn more about Council for Relationships’ Postgraduate Certificate Program.
![Allen-Michael Lewis Portrait of a cheerful bearded man wearing glasses and a gray sweatshirt with the year '1989' printed in navy blue. He has short curly hair, a warm smile, and is posing against a plain, light-colored background.](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Allen-Michael-Lewis-1.png)
Allen-Michael Lewis
(he/him/his)
Senior Director of Clinical Programs
![Michael Butera Headshot of Michael Butera, MFT](https://councilforrelationships.org/wp-content/uploads/Michael-Butera.png)
Michael Butera
(he/him/his)
Coordinator of Clinical Internships