As a regional and national leader in behavioral medicine, Ascension Illinois offers numerous ways for you to advance your career in behavioral health — from new learning opportunities to invaluable internship experience and exciting career openings. We also work closely with local communities to promote healthy workplaces, schools and congregations through educational seminars and speakers.

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Training and internships

Are you looking for an opportunity to develop your therapeutic skills in a state-of-the-art behavioral health setting? The Clinical Training Program at Ascension Illinois prepares qualified graduate students for competent and skilled professional practice in clinical psychology, social work, counseling and expressive therapy.  

Our training in the latest research-based, cognitive, behavioral and solution-focused therapies takes a comprehensive but practical approach to behavioral health. Diagnostic assessment, group and family therapy round out our intensive training curriculum. We are affiliated with graduate schools and universities at the local and national levels and attract students from diverse professional disciplines.