Postdoctoral Fellowship in CBT/ERP/ACT for Anxiety Disorders at Philadelphia's Center for Anxiety, OCD, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Postdoctoral Fellowship in CBT/ERP/ACT for Anxiety Disorders at Philadelphia's Center for Anxiety, OCD, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Postdoctoral Fellowship in CBT for Anxiety Disorders at the Center for Anxiety, OCD, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

The Center for Anxiety, OCD, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a premier fee-for-service cognitive-behavioral specialty practice based in Philadelphia, with telehealth services throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and other PsyPact states, is excited to offer a Postdoctoral Fellowship for the 2025-2026 training year.

This fellowship provides an ideal opportunity for recent graduates of APA-accredited psychology programs with a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (CBTs) and exposure-based therapies for anxiety-related disorders. Fellows will work with a sophisticated and diverse clientele, including professionals, college students, teenagers, and families, delivering a mix of in-person and telehealth services.

Why Choose Us?

  • ●  Advanced Training: Receive advanced training in evidence-based treatments such as ERP, CT-SAD, CT-OCD, Panic Control Treatment, I-CBT, ComB/HRT, CBT-I, PE, CPT, DBT, ACT, and SPACE.
  • ●  Specialized Mentorship: Work closely with specialists in CBT, including board-certified cognitive-behavioral psychologists, with guidance on CBT certification (A-CBT or ABPP).
  • ●  Broad yet Specialized Experience: Gain experience treating a broad range of anxiety-related conditions and co-occurring disorders across various demographics.
  • ●  Professional Development: Participate in presenting at conferences, co-leading therapy groups (e.g., DBT group for anxiety, parenting with anxiety group), and contributing to psychoeducational resources.
  • ●  Innovative Care Models: Be part of intensive outpatient programs and group therapy offerings, with opportunities to contribute to new models of care.
  • ●  Flexible Work Model: Enjoy a flexible blend of remote work and in-office days in the centrally located neighborhood, offering the best of a lively and convenient setting, giving you the choice to customize your schedule and maintain a true work-life balance.

  • ●  Competitive Compensation: Potential to earn over $70,000 annually if seeing an average of 25 patient hours per week, with significantly higher earnings possible.

    Fellow Responsibilities

● Conduct individual therapy sessions for adults, teenagers, and optionally children, treating a wide range of anxiety-related conditions such as OCD, social anxiety, panic disorder, generalized anxiety, trichotillomania, excoriation disorder, phobias, and PTSD.

  • ●  Address co-occurring conditions such as depression, insomnia, ADHD, and borderline personality disorder using empirically-supported treatments.
  • ●  Conduct and co-lead group therapy sessions
  • ●  Collaborate with a dedicated, diverse team to provide the best possible care to clients.

  • ●  Engage in comprehensive training and supervision, including two hours of weekly

    supervision, case conferences, and participation in weekly team meetings and didactics

    with experts in CBT and anxiety disorders.

  • ●  Contribute to scholarship and professional development opportunities, including

    community presentations, workshops, and conferences, and public-facing psychoeducation and information dissemination

    Career Growth Opportunities

    Exceptional fellows may be invited to join our team as full-time staff psychologists, with opportunities for long-term career development and leadership roles.

    Collaborative Learning Environment

    Our fellowship emphasizes a collaborative learning environment, where you will participate in case discussions, team meetings, and supervision with a dynamic group of clinicians. Fellows are encouraged to actively contribute to our clinical approach and benefit from peer learning, enhancing both clinical and professional growth.

    Distinct Practice Model

    As a fee-for-service practice, our focus is on delivering high-quality, individualized care without the constraints of a high-volume caseload. This model allows our fellows to spend more time focusing on clinical work and professional development, without being overwhelmed by administrative tasks.

    Requirements

  • ●  Completion of an APA-accredited doctoral program in psychology.

  • ●  Strong prior foundation in cognitive-behavioral and exposure-based therapies for anxiety,

    OCD, and related disorders.

  • ●  Demonstrated supervised experience (preferably two or more years of practicum experience) treating anxiety and depressive disorders with CBT and exposure-based interventions.

  • ●  Commitment to contributing to the growth of our practice and providing exceptional patient care.

    Application Process

    Interested candidates should email Dr. Daniel Chazin, PhD, ABPP, at doctorchazin@gmail.com with:

  1. A CV/resume.

  2. A cover letter explaining your interest in the fellowship, your relevant skills and

    experiences, and how you found us.

  3. A list of 3 professional references with email and phone contact information.

  4. An unofficial academic transcript showing coursework related to CBT/ERP, other

    cognitive and behavioral therapies (ACT, DBT, etc.), and anxiety-related disorders.

  5. 3 letters of recommendation (these can arrive after initial application).

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled, with a flexible start date in Summer 2024.

Learn More About Us

For more information about the fellowship and our practice, please visit our website or contact us with any questions.

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