Each Emphasis is open for renegotiation as the year progresses. The goal of this negotiation is to balance the training interests of each intern with the demands for service delivery of the center. Each Emphasis Contract is approved by the Director of Training and the training staff. While the majority of training occurs in the context of supervision and service delivery, interns also participate in small group discussions, lectures, and case conferences to complement their training and prepare them for entry level positions. The training staff believes that personal development and maturity are cornerstones of professional competence and identity.
Every effort is made to provide a supportive environment that models and attends to personal growth.