Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) is welcoming 37 new fellows this year, with fresh tracks in its psychology fellowship. This includes six Psychiatry fellows and two in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics. An impressive 19 new Clinical-Child Psychology fellows were selected from a record 108 applications. Additionally, CHLA has accepted 10 interns into its Clinical Child and Pediatric Psychology program from 250 applicants. Ashish Buttan, Executive Director of the Behavioral Health Institute, noted, “This is our highest number of first-year fellows ever.”
All psychology internships and fellowships at CHLA hold accreditation from the American Psychological Association (APA). The program emphasizes hands-on training, allowing fellows to gain valuable clinical skills.
Anya Griffin, Director of Psychology, highlights, “Our psychologists are committed to training the next wave of professionals. Many top candidates come from our program, showcasing its excellence.”
The Behavioral Health Institute at CHLA aims to prepare clinicians and researchers for the evolving field of behavioral health care for children and adolescents. Recently added psychology fellowship tracks make CHLA’s programs even more appealing to aspiring professionals.
Interns in the Clinical Child and Pediatric Psychology Internship receive comprehensive training with hands-on experience in multiple areas:
- Child/Family Therapy Program
- Child and Adolescent Assessment Program
- Specialty training options like Pediatric Psychology and Trauma Psychology
Amy E. West, a director at the internship program, emphasizes the complexity of their patients. This environment is ideal for providing rigorous training in child and adolescent psychology.
CHLA also offers a Clinical-Child Psychology Fellowship. This one-year program includes rotations through various clinical settings, allowing fellows to work with underserved populations. Recently, a Consultation-Liaison Psychology Fellowship was added, focusing on mental health assessments in the Emergency Department. Griffin explains the urgent need for mental health resources, as recent studies have shown a significant increase in youth mental health issues.
In a recent survey, about 30% of parents indicated that their children had faced anxiety or depressive symptoms due to the pandemic. Programs like those at CHLA play a crucial role in addressing such challenges and ensuring that vulnerable children receive the care they need.
The National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement has launched a new rotation within the Clinical-Child Psychology Fellowship, training psychologists to handle crisis situations effectively. This center provides vital support to schools after events like natural disasters or school shootings, focusing on community resilience. The center’s first fellow starts on September 1, showcasing CHLA’s commitment to mental health crisis management.
CHLA’s two-year Pediatric Neuropsychology Fellowship provides specialized training, preparing fellows for Board certification. Fellows gain diverse clinical exposure, enhancing their skills in managing complex cases.
Additionally, CHLA offers a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship, where six new fellows join each year to support outpatient behavioral health clinics. Program Director Christopher Snowdy shares that the fellows enjoy helping a diverse range of children, making a significant impact on their lives.
Finally, the Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics Fellowship will welcome two new fellows. This three-year program focuses on providing comprehensive care for children with developmental challenges. Led by Dr. Douglas Vanderbilt, this fellowship emphasizes culturally sensitive practices.
As programs like those at CHLA continue to evolve and expand, they play a vital role in shaping the future of pediatric mental health care in the United States.
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