Postdoctoral Fellowship

Professional Training and Development

In collaboration with our direct service programs, we offer experiences for graduates of doctoral programs seeking professional development and training in evidence-based practices. We offer fellowship opportunities for recent graduates as well as established professionals who are interested in re-specializing. Trainees spend a year or more inside our direct service programs building advanced skills to help children succeed.

Core components:

  • The application of scientific evidence to practice
  • The importance of interpersonal interactions
  • Sound understanding of ethical and legal professional decisions
  • Strong emphasis on individual and cultural diversity
  • Building experience in assessment, treatment planning, intervention, consultation, and supervision
 
Position Title

Clinical Postdoctoral Fellowship in Evidence-Based Youth Psychotherapy 

The Clinical Postdoctoral Fellowship in Evidence-Based Youth Psychotherapy experience focuses primarily on the delivery of mental health assessments and short-term psychotherapy to children and adolescents ages 2 to 22 as well as their families. The postdoctoral fellow can expect to gain experience with a wide range of psychopathology, with a focus on anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, and disruptive behavior disorders. The postdoctoral fellow will receive training and supervision in evidence-based models for child and adolescent assessment and psychotherapy. Treatments center around cognitive-behavioral therapy for anxiety and depression as well as behavioral parent training techniques for disruptive behavior disorders. 

Application Deadline: December 1, 2025
Position Start Date: September 2026 
 

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Position Title

Pediatric Neuropsychology Postdoctoral Fellowship

The postdoctoral fellow in Pediatric Neuropsychology will conduct comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations, including administering,  scoring, and interpreting cognitive, academic, and social-emotional measures. They will integrate results into clear, actionable reports, provide feedback to caregivers and schools, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to guide treatment and educational planning. The fellow will receive intensive supervision, participate in weekly seminars, and have opportunities to engage in research or program development initiatives that advance the quality of neuropsychological care.

Application Deadline: December 1, 2025
Position Start Date: September 2026 
 

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Position Title

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Implementation Science, Quality Improvement, and Evidence-Based Child and Adolescent Therapy

The Postdoctoral Fellowship in Applied Implementation Science and  Evidence-Based Child and Adolescent Therapy is a joint applied implementation and behavioral health postdoctoral fellowship.  The postdoctoral fellow will assist with behavioral health implementation and quality improvement initiatives. The primary responsibility of the postdoctoral fellow will be to collaborate with the Quality Care Initiative to carry out an array of activities, including implementation and quality improvement activities, connecting with project staff, trainers, and community partners receiving training and/or technical assistance. The postdoctoral fellow will also provide technical assistance and support as needed to promote quality improvement. The postdoctoral fellow will also receive training and supervision in evidence-based models for child and adolescent therapy for those applicants seeking hours towards Massachusetts psychology licensure. Specific training towards certification in the Modular Approach to Therapy for Children (MATCH) will be available. The applicant will spend 50% within the Center for Effective Therapy and 50% working on implementation and quality improvement initiatives. Appointment as a fellow at Harvard Medical School is available for the qualified successful applicant.   

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