The Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) Program offers undergraduate juniors and seniors a unique opportunity to participate in a clinical internship. This experiential course introduces students to the real-world practice of family therapy as they observe therapeutic work with individuals, couples, families, and children through participation in consultation teams at FamilyWorks, the MFT Program family therapy clinic, where they observe live therapy sessions and engage in a variety of clinical learning opportunities.

The MFT Undergraduate Clinical Internship is face-to-face and offered Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. The Summer internship (June and July) offers additional flexibility while maintaining the same rich, immersive experience.

If you have questions or need more information, please phone (229) 245-4323 or email Dr. Jennifer Lambert-Shute 

  • An overall GPA of 2.7 on all attempted course work or 3.0 or higher for the last two years
  • Minimum of 60 credit hours completed when you start the internship
  • Interview with the MFT Faculty
  • Demonstrate professionalism and the ability to follow ethical guidelines
  • A willingness to collaborate with and learn from others
  • Be enrolled in a 1 credit course, MFTH 4900: MFT Clinical Undergraduate Internship. The course meets one day a week for an hour and is scheduled based on student's availability.

  • Watch weekly live therapy sessions
  • Participate in treatment team meetings
  • Participate in reflecting teams
  • Practice clinical skills
    • Write case notes
    • Use a genogram
    • Navigate ethical scenarios 
    • Conduct a case presentation
    • Read & discuss clinical articles
  • Have the opportunity to talk with current graduate students about the graduate school application process (application, interview, writing samples, etc.)
  • Learn what Marriage and Family Therapists do, where they work, etc.

Virtual Information Session

Jennifer Intern

Jennifer Ampofo

Hello, my name is Jennifer Ampofo. I am a senior at Valdosta State University majoring in Sociology and Anthropology with a minor in Mass Media. I am passionate about advocating for the well-being of others, particularly when it comes to their physical, emotional, and mental health. I have always felt called to pursue a career in social work because I understand firsthand the importance of having access to support and resources. God willing, I plan to continue my education by pursuing a master’s degree in social work. My ultimate goal is to use my education, experiences, and compassion to advocate for individuals and families, provide meaningful support, and help ensure that others do not have to navigate life’s challenges alone.

Angie Intern

Angie Hardison

Hello! My name is Angie Hardison. I am a senior majoring in Psychology and minoring in Women’s and Gender Studies. I have a strong interest in clinical mental health counseling and hope to pursue a career as a therapist. I am passionate about learning about different mental health disorders and understanding the needs and experiences of individuals so that I may help provide support for my future clients. I plan to attend grad school to earn a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and continue developing the skills I may need to positively impact others’ lives. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my friends and my cats, as well as playing video games such as Fallout, Silent Hill, and Outlast.

Alexandra Intern

Alexandra Lorenzo

Hello! My name is Alexandra Lorenzo, and I am a senior Psychology major with a minor in Sociology at Valdosta State University. My interest in psychology comes from wanting to better understand children and how their development, family, and cultural backgrounds can shape their experiences. I hope to continue my education in graduate school and eventually become a child psychologist, where I can help children and families feel understood and supported. I am especially interested in learning about different cultures and how cultural differences can influence the way people and families experience the world. In my free time, I enjoy studying Japanese, going to concerts, and spending time with my family and pets.

Nakimber Intern

Nakimber Butler

Hi! My name is Nakimber Butler and I am a psychology major with a sociology minor at Valdosta State University. I have a strong interest in understanding human behavior and helping others deal with their situations, thoughts, and emotions. I am particularly curious to find out how social and psychological issues affect people and communities. During this semester and throughout my future career, I am also looking forward to gaining experiences that will help me build relationships, improve my professional abilities, and have a significant effect. My goal is to work in a field where I can help improve people’s lives and communities by supporting and advocating for others.

Levi Eidson

Hello, I'm Levi Eidson. I am currently a junior majoring in psychology, minoring in criminal justice, and taking pre-law and pre-med courses. I aspire to be a psychiatrist who works in forensic and neuropsychology. After graduating from Valdosta State University, I plan to go to Mercer for my medical degree and then the University of Pennsylvania to get my joint juris doctorate and psychology PhD. I want to conduct research on serious mental illnesses to discover new ways of treating and rehabilitating those who suffer from them. I want to treat and advocate for those with disorders that are under-researched and/or heavily stigmatized. My dream would be to also work with the APA and assist in research and maybe even get to contribute to future editions of the DSM!

Internship Applications

To apply click on the following link: Application for MFT Clinical Undergraduate Fall & Spring. To see the exact due date please click on the application link.

Cost:

Face to Face Course: The class counts as a 1 credit hour course. Tuition And Fee Schedule Click Here

 

Clinical Internship:

 The summer semester only occurs face to face and is offered as a zero credit, as this only includes attending the consultation team. The consultation teams, where the intern can observe live therapy cases, meet one day a week from 12-7 for the entire summer semester. Interns can choose how often and for what duration they would like to attend. To see exact dates possible, please click on the application link. 

For more information, please contact Jennifer Lambert-Shute at jjshute@valdosta.edu

To apply click on the following link: Application for MFT Clinical Undergraduate Internship Summer  

Cost:

The Course counts as a 0-credit course, thus there is no cost for this experience.

Non-VSU Student Information: As a non-VSU student you will have to apply for transient status at VSU. After a student has been accepted the following will need to be completed:

  • Meet with our academic advisor to discuss the steps you will need to follow at your own institution to be a transient student at VSU.
  • Complete an application (This will be emailed to you once you have been accepted.)
  • A letter of transient permission from UF. This can be official from the Registrar or an email from your advisor saying you have permission to take a course at VSU.
  • A copy of your driver’s license (this is for Verification of Lawful Presence purposes).