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University of Chicago - Psychiatry Substance Abuse
Type: Behavioral medicine substance abuse
Setting: University hospital setting
Description of Practicum: Evaluation and treatment (individual psychotherapy) of substance abuse patients. Patients are typically referred from medical clinics. Treatment emphasis on CBT, motivational enhancement, and twelve-step facilitation.
Practicum Requirements: This is an advanced practicum reserved for students in last year of graduate school (year before internship).
Supervision: Individual supervision approximately 1hr/week; Additional supervision for incorporating eclectic treatment approaches and indirect treatment planning
Supervisor(s): Andrea King, Ph.D.
Didactic Training Opportunities: Monthly didactics in substance abuse (readings, video tapes, etc..), opportunities to attend Behavioral Medicine Seminar and Grand Rounds
Application Process: Send resume and 2 letters of recommendation to Dr. King
Application Deadline: March 1st; position available to only 1 student per year