Health Service Psychology Internship & Fellowship
Health Service Psychology Internship & Fellowship
The University of Rochester Medical Center's APA Accredited Psychology training programs prepare outstanding health service psychologists for careers in patient care, education, scientific research, and administration. We strive to build competency in diagnosing and treating psychological distress, with different population backgrounds, in a variety of clinical and community settings.
The core values that guide our programs reflect our dedication to academic excellence, community connection, and the unique contributions and lived experiences of every individual.
Faculty and trainees are deeply committed to developing and maintaining awareness of their cultural lenses, and understanding the perceptions and perspectives of colleagues, trainees and patients.
Message from the Director
Hello everyone! On behalf of the entire Psychology Training Program, I want to extend a warm welcome to our internship and fellowship programs in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Rochester Medical Center. In order to optimize accessibility to learning about our program, we will conduct Zoom interview days that will include an orientation to the program, interviews with faculty, and time with current trainees to ask questions and learn about their experiences. We have also created video 'tours' hosted by previous trainees and current faculty that highlight different aspects of our training program. Together with the website, we hope these videos will help you decide if our program offers what you are looking for in advanced training. We look forward to hearing from you and please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions.
- Jennifer West, PhD
Core Values of the Health Service Psychology Training Programs:
- Provide culturally sensitive, person-centered care to individuals and families experiencing psychological distress or mental health concerns across the lifespan
- Embrace an interdisciplinary approach to psychological services, education, and research, while also developing each trainee’s professional identity as a psychologist
- Integrate science and practice in a manner that promotes effective psychological assessment and intervention approaches in the populations we serve
- Foster community and medical center partnerships that are mutually responsive and beneficial
- Cultivate a supportive, collaborative work environment that fosters free expression of ideas and promotes optimal professional development
Doctoral Internship
APA accredited program with tracks in Adult Psychology or Child & Adolescent Psychology
Postdoctoral Fellowship
APA accredited Integrated fellowships with tracks in Integrated Care Family Psychology, Child & Adolescent Psychology or Adult Psychology.
Our Commitment to Fostering a Welcoming Culture
The Department of Psychiatry's Psychology Training Program is committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels welcomed, valued and can thrive and contribute their own unique talents and perspectives.
We value a rich of a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and our program is dedicated to promoting mutual respect, understanding and collaboration. This commitment is guided by psychology's professional standards and ethics and informed by evolving personal and professional awareness and actions.
Read our full Commitment to Fostering a Welcoming Culture
Hear from our Alumni
Listen to our alumni reflect on their experiences during their psychology internship and fellowship programs at the University of Rochester.
Photo: Picnic 2025
Left Photo: 25-26 CA Interns, Center photo: 25-26 Fellows, Right photo: 25-26 Adult InternsContact Us
We invite you to explore this website and learn more specific details about your program of interest. If you have any questions, please feel contact:
Linda Brown, Psychology Training Administrator
Phone: 585-275-3563
American Psychological Association (APA)
Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation
750 First St. NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242
Phone:(202) 336-5979
TDD/TTY: (202) 336-6123
Apaaccred@apa.org
Accredited Programs
The Doctoral Internship Program has been accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA) since 1971, and was re-accredited in April 2025. Next site visit scheduled for 2034.
The Postdoctoral Fellowship Program has been accredited since 2003, and re-accredited in October 2023. Next site visit scheduled for 2033.