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Clinical Counseling Interns

Welcome to our intern page. We are grateful to partner with these clinicians in training as they provide a valuable resource to our community. Each of these interns come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences and they add a new depth to our practice. Our counseling interns come to us from various local colleges and educational backgrounds. All interns are fully insured and are approved by the State of Missouri to provide counseling services under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist. Feel free to let us know if you are interested in starting counseling sessions with one of our interns. You can reach out to us by email located on the "Contact Us" page or click on the Forms button below to complete an registration packet. 

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If you are a student interested in our internship program please send your resume and contact information to: internships@connectedcounselingservices.net   We look forward to connecting with you. 

Clinical Counseling Interns Fall 2024 & Spring 2025

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Intern  - Olivia Barrott

I am a therapist-in-training working on my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with Capella University. I am graduating with my Master of Science degree in September 2025.

 

I earned my Bachelor’s of Science degree in Psychology from College of the Ozarks in Point Lookout, Missouri in 2018. I have worked in the mental health field since 2019 doing community mental health outreach. My primary experience has been working with children, adolescents, and their parents. I also have experience working in the field of addictions recovery.

 

I am here to provide support and to provide a non-judgmental space where clients can express themselves freely. I work from a client-centered approach, and look to be a co-author with you in your life story, as we discover new chapters. I use collaborative and narrative systemic approaches to learn about the people in your life, the effects you have on each other, and to increase your sense of well-being and hope. I believe that you are the expert on your life story, and I am here to learn all about you and help you author your life to what you want to see.

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Intern  - Jennifer Faulkner

My name is Jennifer. I am a student at Missouri State University working on a master’s
degree in clinical mental health counseling. I have experience working with adults,
teens, and children. My approach comes from a strengths-based perspective in
navigating life’s challenges and difficult emotions in a safe and nurturing environment for
clients to share their story, ensuring they feel valued, heard, and understood. I am
dedicated to supporting individuals in their healing journey and finding the next steps
towards personal growth. My mission as a counselor-in-training is to empower clients
with the tools they need to overcome adversity and achieve their full potential in life.

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Intern  - Caitlin Davis (Fall 2025)

I am a graduate student and counselor-in-training currently pursuing my Master of Arts in
Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University, with an anticipated graduation date of
August 2026. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a cognate in counseling from
Liberty University, which I earned in 2023. My passion for the field of counseling has been a
driving force in my academic journey, and I am excited to begin my journey as a counseling
intern as I work toward becoming a professional counselor. My approach to counseling is rooted in a person-centered perspective, with a strong
belief that each client is unique, capable of growth, and has a meaningful story to tell. I strive to
create a therapeutic environment that is authentic, collaborative, and compassionate, recognizing
the importance of a strong therapeutic alliance in the healing process.
I incorporate evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
blending mindfulness, action-oriented strategies, and emotional processing to support clients in
achieving their goals. My role is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen,
heard, and understood. As a counseling intern, I am here to support your journey and walk
alongside you as you explore challenges, build resilience, and pursue personal growth.

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Intern  - Scott Smith

Scott graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Masters of Fine Arts degree in Writing in
2020. He is currently finishing his Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health at Missouri State
university, where he will graduate in December 2025. Scott has experience working with
neurodivergent individuals, military/law enforcement personnel, teens, and couples. His
approach to counseling is to treat each client as the unique individual they are, and not the labels
of their diagnosis. Scott clinical experience is in working with trauma, and more specifically,
PTSD, depressive disorders, substance use, and anxiety. His goal is to help clients join their body
and mind, to work in concert, so clients are able to establish the future they see for themselves.

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Intern  - Kayla Fink

I received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Missouri State University in May 2023. My primary experience has come from working with young adults; however, I have also had the opportunity to work with children and adults. 

 

I aim to create a safe and open environment where you feel comfortable talking about it all. I practice from a person-centered perspective, allowing the client to control where the session goes. I like to think of myself as a passenger in the boat of your life experience. I also use cognitive behavioral techniques, which promote change to increase a person's feeling of happiness and resilience. I am excited about the opportunity to learn about your life story as I begin to sail on this journey with you!

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Intern  - Taylor DeLoach

(Fall 2025)

Taylor is a therapist-in-training pursuing a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health
Counseling at Missouri State University, with an anticipated graduation date of May
2026. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Missouri State in
December 2023. Taylor has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults,
and has supported individuals facing challenges related to behavioral concerns,
depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief and loss, trauma, foster care, adoption, and more.
She is currently working toward a certificate in American Sign Language to provide
more accessible and inclusive care. Taylor is passionate about creating a safe,
supportive environment where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered in their
journey toward healing and personal growth.

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