PMHNP PRECEPTORSHIP

A COMPREHENSIVE PMHNP PRECEPTORSHIP

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICANTS FOR FALL 2025 and SUMMER 2026!

PROGRAM MISSION

To equip PMHNP students with the knowledge, skills, and cultural competence to provide affirming, trauma-informed, and holistic mental health care to BIPOC and LGBTQ+ clients while fostering an entrepreneurial mindset and exploring various therapy modalities and alternative treatments.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

This program is designed to give PMHNP students hands-on clinical experience and specialized training in working with diverse clients. It integrates clinical practice, entrepreneurial education, and alternative therapies, emphasizing affirming care, intersectional identities, and culturally responsive approaches.

PROGRAM LENGTH

3-4 consecutive months
Student number: 1-2 students per semester

PROGRAM SETTING

HYBRID (40% IN-PERSON, 60% TELEHEALTH)

1-2 STUDENTS PER SEMESTER -16 YEARS OLD +

CORE LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Develop a deep understanding of the unique mental health challenges faced by BIPOC and LGBTQ+ populations.

Gain proficiency in trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and gender-affirming psychiatric care.

Explore holistic/alternative treatment modalities and learn to incorporate them into client care.

Gain exposure to diverse therapy approaches, such as CBT, DBT, Brainspotting, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based interventions.

Build entrepreneurial skills, including practice management, marketing, and the creation of niche-focused services for marginalized populations.

PROGRAM CIRRICULUM

Direct Client Care:

Students will observe and conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, medication management, and psychotherapy sessions under supervision.

Care will be tailored to the individual with an emphasis on affirming and culturally relevant approaches.

Weekly and as-needed consultations with the preceptor to discuss complex cases, treatment planning, and ethical dilemmas.

Case Consultations:

Documentation Practice:

Learn affirming and accurate documentation using gender-affirming language and culturally competent terminology.

WEEKLY DIDACTIC SESSIONS WILL COVER:

Foundational Knowledge:

Holistic/Alternative Treatment Plans:

Understanding intersectionality: How race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic factors impact mental health.
Addressing disparities and systemic barriers to care.

Integrating lifestyle interventions such as nutrition, exercise, and sleep hygiene into treatment plans.
Exploring alternative treatments such as:

Mindfulness.
Herbal supplements and nutraceuticals (with evidence-based guidance).
Somatic therapies (e.g., yoga, breathwork).
Art and music therapy for emotional expression and healing.
Collaborating with culturally specific and affirming community organizations.

Trauma-Informed Care:

Recognizing and addressing racial and minority stress, trauma, and microaggressions. The impact of systemic oppression and historical trauma on mental health.

Gender-Affirming Care:

Entrepreneurship for PMHNPs:

Supporting transgender and nonbinary clients, including managing gender dysphoria and understanding hormone therapy basics.

Therapy Modalities:

Building a private practice: Licensing, credentialing, and legal considerations.
Developing niche services for a mental health practice.
Marketing strategies for mental health practices, including leveraging social media and community engagement.
Expanding service offerings, such as telepsychiatry or group therapy programs.

Reflective Practice Journal:

Entrepreneurship Project:

Students will document their experiences working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ clients, reflecting on their biases, challenges, and growth.

Option to develop a mock business plan, webinar, social media marketing, or informative presentation that addresses the intersectionality of race and gender with regards to mental health.

Case Presentation:

Community Resource Research:

Students will present a detailed case study focusing on a BIPOC or LGBTQ+ client, including assessment, treatment plan, and rationale for interventions.

Compile a list of affirming, culturally competent resources (e.g., support groups, nonprofits, and therapists) for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ clients in the community.

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PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the program, students will:

✔ Demonstrate cultural humility and sensitivity in interactions with clients from diverse backgrounds.

✔ Show proficiency in trauma-informed, affirming, and holistic care practices.

✔ Confidently address the mental health needs of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ populations using evidence-based strategies and alternative therapies.

✔ Be knowledgeable on the process to start or expand a private practice that caters to marginalized communities.

✔ Possess advanced knowledge of therapy modalities and the ability to tailor interventions.

PROGRAM RESOURCES:

✔ Access to curated reading materials, research articles, and toolkits on BIPOC and LGBTQ+ mental health.

✔ Templates for affirming documentation, intake forms, and treatment plans.

✔ Example therapy scripts and frameworks for diverse modalities.

✔ One-on-one mentorship with the preceptor, including guidance on clinical skills and practice management.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested students can apply by submitting:

1. A resume highlighting their academic background and clinical experience.

2. A completed application.

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PMHNP PRECEPTORSHIP | PMHNP 1-1 COACHING