Graduate Counseling Student Internship Program
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Charlotte Women's Counseling is proud to offer graduate level training for students completing their Master’s in Counseling and Master's in Social Work. These trainees are supervised by licensed counselors at Charlotte Women's Counseling. On a Aug-May rotation, these clinical interns provide individual and group therapy for a variety of issues. Our counseling interns are able to offer discounted therapeutic services for adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and life stress.
Graduate counseling interns will tailor therapy sessions to the individual clients and their needs, but will be taught to utilize Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Client-centered therapy. Our counseling interns will also provide trauma informed services with a focus on women centered care. Each graduate counselor will work directly with a Licensed Counselor on site at all times, therefore you are sure to receive optimal care when working with a graduate counseling intern.
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Appointments with a Graduate Counseling Student Intern are offered at a reduced rate of $60 per session. While insurance is not accepted, sessions can be paid using your FSA/HSA. Please reach out to our administrative team for additional questions as they may pertain to billing/session fees at: hello@charlottewomenscounseling.com.
Meet our 2024 - 2025 Graduate Counseling Interns
Courtney Matel
Fall 2024, Winter 2024/25, Spring 2025
​As women, prioritizing our own well-being can sometimes feel impossible. The challenges we face in our homes, relationships, and careers are punctuated with diverse cultural experiences and societal expectations. My goal as a Clinical Intern is to support women from diverse backgrounds balance the many roles we take on in our lives. I strive to explore your unique experiences, working together to overcome the barriers for sustaining your mental health and improving your quality of life.​​​
I have a deep passion for empowering women through a variety of challenges, including life stress, pregnancy and postpartum mental health, relationship conflicts, and managing depression and anxiety. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or hopeless – you are in the right place – and you are not alone. I understand the personal journey of seeking support because I’ve been in the client’s chair myself. I will approach our time together with empathy and a deep understanding of what it takes to reach out for help.
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I am committed to helping women overcome experiences of trauma and adverse childhood experiences, recognizing how deeply trauma impacts one's sense of self and well-being. Together, we will explore various tools for regulating your nervous system, managing mental health symptoms, and building resilience on your healing journey. I believe that even after profound trauma, one can rebuild by nurturing self-compassion and transforming pain into a source of strength and empowerment.
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I am currently obtaining my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. I have experience working with adults with severe mental illness and I am certified in Mental Health First Aid. Additionally, my background includes facilitating community programs for young women, focusing on building self-esteem through positive body image, self-care techniques, and support groups.
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I firmly believe you are the most qualified person to make decisions for your life. My approach to counseling positions you as the expert. I am honored to walk alongside you as a fellow traveler on your mental health journey.
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I am receiving supervision from Shawna Lauer, LMFT.