Serving Colton, CA & the Inland Empire since 1997 ยท A 501(c)(3) nonprofit
Questions? Call (909) 533-4889 or email us
PRACTICUM & ASSOCIATE TRAINING
Grow your clinical career with SOS Youth and Family, Inc.
Whether you're a graduate student searching for a practicum site or a registered associate working toward licensure, SOS offers real clinical experience with dedicated, licensed supervision - in person and via telehealth, across the Inland Empire.
More expansion coming soon
WHY SOS
Real clients, real supervision, real hours
A training environment built around consistent, licensed oversight and a caseload that actually prepares you for independent practice.
Weekly Individual & Group Supervision
Structured, consistent supervision with licensed clinicians, not just sign-offs.
Diverse, Meaningful Caseload
Trauma, family conflict, DV intervention, and parenting work - not just intake volume.
Evidence-Based Training
Hands-on training in TF-CBT, TBRI and other evidence-based modalities.
Flexible Format
In-person and telehealth caseloads to fit your schedule.
GROW YOUR CLINICAL CAREER
Practicum placements & supervised clinical hours
SOS Youth and Family trains the next generation of therapists. Whether you're a graduate student searching for a practicum site or a registered associate working toward licensure, we offer real clinical experience with dedicated supervision.
GRAD STUDENTS
Practicum & Traineeship
Placement for MFT, ASW, and PCC trainees in an approved practicum site
Weekly individual and group supervision with licensed clinicians
Direct client hours across therapy, DV intervention, and parenting programs
Training in TF-CBT and other evidence-based modalities such as Trust-Based Relational Intervention
Exposure to court-involved, case management, and telehealth work
ASSOCIATES
Clinical Hours Toward Licensure
- Supervised hours for AMFT, ASW, and APCC associates, tracked toward BBS licensure requirements
- Flexible in-person and telehealth caseloads
- Mentorship from experienced, licensed supervisors
- Diverse, meaningful caseload: trauma, family conflict, and DV intervention
- Support with hour logging, documentation, and case consultation
THE PROCESS
From application to your first client
01
Submit Your Application
Tell us about your program, track, and availability using the form below.
02
Intro Call
A brief call with SOS Staff clinical supervisor to talk through fit, hours, and start timing.
03
Placement & Onboarding
Paperwork, site orientation, and supervisor assignment.
04
Begin Supervised Client Work
Start seeing clients under weekly supervision once onboarding is complete.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Before you apply
Is this a paid or unpaid position?
Compensation details vary by role and funding. Graduate Student practicums are non-paid. BBS Associates are paid positions based on number of clients assigned.
How many hours per week are expected?
Weekly hour expectations differ by practicum requirements for graduate students. Associates are expected to conduct an average of 10-12 service hours per week.
Do you accept telehealth-only trainees?
Yes, but graduate students and associates must reside in CA or FL presently.
What license types do you supervise toward?
SOS supervises AMFT, ASW, APCC, and MFT/ASW/PCC trainees/grad students, aligned with California BBS requirements.
Is there an application deadline or rolling admission?
Admission is typically rolling, but start dates may cluster around academic terms. Check in with us!
Apply Now
Practicum & Associate Clinician Application
Whether you're a graduate student searching for a practicum site or a registered associate working toward licensure, tell us a bit about yourself and where you are in your clinical journey โ we'll follow up by phone or email.
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SOS Youth and Family helps youth and families in the Inland Empire access counseling, intervention, and support services that make lasting change.
Contact
Phone: (909) 533-4889
Email: [email protected]
Colton, CA ยท Inland Empire
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