Western Psychological and Counseling Services

Thank you for your interest in Western Psychological and Counseling Services (Western) doctoral clinical psychology internship program. Western’s program offers an excellent opportunity to develop skills in an outpatient setting. Several qualities will promote the best fit for this opportunity. Intern applicants should have some knowledge of behavioral or cognitive-behavioral therapy or have an interest in providing brief therapy. Additionally, Intern applicants should have an interest in working with a wide variety of presenting problems (depression, anxiety, parent-child problems, etc.) and populations (child/adolescent, adults, couples, older adults, etc.). Interns can expect to work with underserved populations and must have an understanding and appreciation for cultural and economic diversity.

Western Psychological and Counseling Services, PC.

Western Psychological and Counseling Services, PC. was established in 1986 as a for-profit company committed to providing quality outpatient behavioral health services, chemical dependency services, EAP services, and psychiatric services in a cost-effective manner. Western is committed to providing prompt appointments and accessibility. Western has thirteen offices in ten locations throughout the Portland metro area. Western clinics offer morning, afternoon, evening and Saturday appointments. Western clinicians offer a variety of specialties. With over 200 clinicians and counselors working at Western, each level of licensure is represented. Western employs psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, licensed marriage and family therapists, licensed professional counselors, and chemical dependency counselors.

Mission Statement

Western Psychological and Counseling Services is committed to providing mental health services that promote positive outcomes. Western clinicians and support staff are committed to providing positive customer service to those that seek out help during difficult times. We understand that during these difficult times, it is helpful to know that caring, professional clinicians are available to meet the needs of those seeking service.

Service Overview

Western provides traditional Outpatient Mental Health services at all thirteen clinics in the Portland Metropolitan area.