Learn, Grow, and Build Your Clinical Confidence

At Theragen Counselling and Consulting, we are passionate about supporting the next generation of social workers. We offer meaningful practicum placements for social work students who want hands-on experience in a private practice setting while being supported in their growth as developing professionals.

A practicum at Theragen is more than observation hours and task completion. It is an opportunity to deepen your clinical understanding, strengthen your professional identity, and learn what it looks like to bring your values into real-world practice.

Whether you are interested in mental health, private practice, ADHD support, community partnerships, men’s mental health, youth programming, or learning how a growing counselling practice operates behind the scenes, we aim to create a placement experience that is engaging, supportive, and rooted in mentorship.

Theragen is a private mental health practice based in Grande Prairie, Alberta. Our work is grounded in compassion, curiosity, authenticity, and a commitment to helping people reconnect with themselves in meaningful ways.

For practicum students, this means the opportunity to learn in an environment that values both clinical skill and human connection.

Depending on your learning goals, placement opportunities may include exposure to:

• private practice social work

• client intake and administrative systems

• shadowing therapy sessions when appropriate

• ADHD brain training programming

• youth and family support services

• psychoeducation and resource development

• case consultation and team discussions

• ethical and professional practice in a counselling setting

• program development and community partnership work

• understanding documentation, boundaries, and practice standards

We want students to leave their practicum with more confidence, more clarity, and a stronger sense of who they are becoming as social workers.

A practicum at Theragen may be a good fit for students who:

• are completing a diploma, BSW or MSW practicum

• are curious about clinical social work or private practice

• want experience in a mental health setting

• value reflection, feedback, and professional growth

• are interested in learning about both direct practice and the business side of counselling services

• are comfortable taking initiative while also asking questions

• want to develop confidence in professional communication, documentation, and therapeutic presence

You do not need to have everything figured out before starting. We welcome students who are ready to learn, open to feedback, and interested in growing their skills in a supportive setting.

We aim to make practicum placements meaningful, structured, and supportive. Students can expect a placement experience that includes clear expectations, regular supervision, opportunities for reflection, and exposure to the realities of practice.

Depending on the role and scope of the practicum, students may be involved in a combination of:

• front desk and administrative support

• client communication and scheduling processes

• observing counselling or psychoeducational work where appropriate

• facilitating counselling or psychoeducational work where appropriate

• helping create resources, handouts, or workshop materials

• participating in team meetings or consultations

• contributing to program planning and community-based projects

• learning about documentation, ethics, and private practice systems

Each placement is shaped by student learning objectives, availability, school requirements, and the needs of the practice.

We believe supervision should be a space for learning, reflection, encouragement, and honest conversation. At Theragen, practicum students receive support that helps connect theory to practice while building confidence over time.

Supervision may include:

• reviewing student goals and learning plans

• reflecting on client work or observations

• discussing ethics, boundaries, and self-of-the-professional use

• building confidence in communication and professionalism

• exploring therapeutic approaches and case conceptualization

• identifying strengths and areas for continued growth

Our hope is that students feel both challenged and supported throughout their placement.

Because Theragen is a growing and evolving practice, students may have the opportunity to learn in a range of areas depending on timing, fit, and placement focus. These may include:

Clinical Social Work in Private Practice

Learn how therapy services are delivered in a private practice setting, including client flow, documentation, professional boundaries, and the importance of therapeutic presence.

ADHD Programming and Psychoeducation

Students may support or observe programming related to ADHD brain training, parent education, youth support, and resource creation.

Mental Health and Relational Practice

Gain exposure to how social workers support clients with concerns such as anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation, identity exploration, stress, and relationship challenges.

Program Development and Community Collaboration

Some students may have opportunities to contribute to workshop planning, educational materials, outreach projects, or partnerships with community organizations.

Professional Identity Development

Practicum is not just about learning tasks. It is also about becoming. We support students in developing confidence, self-awareness, and a stronger sense of themselves as future social workers.

We may offer placements for students interested in:

• Social work diploma placements

• BSW practicum placements

• MSW practicum placements

• mental health and counselling-focused placements

• administrative and front-facing practice learning

• program development and psychoeducation support

• youth and family-related programming support

Placement availability may vary depending on the season, supervision capacity, and the fit between student goals and Theragen’s current needs.

We value students who bring professionalism, openness, and a willingness to learn. Strong practicum students at Theragen are often those who:

• communicate clearly and respectfully

• are open to guidance and feedback

• show initiative and follow-through

• demonstrate warmth, curiosity, and professionalism

• understand the importance of confidentiality and boundaries

• are excited to be part of a growing practice environment

You do not need to be perfect. You just need to be engaged, thoughtful, and ready to learn.

If you are a social work student interested in completing your practicum at Theragen, we would love to hear from you.

Please reach out with the following:

• your name and school

• the program you are enrolled in

• your practicum requirements and total hours

• your placement dates or timeline

• a brief description of your interests and learning goals

• your resume

• any school documentation relevant to practicum placement

You can send your inquiry through our contact page or by email, and we will be in touch if we believe the placement may be a good fit.

Build Your Future in a Supportive Practice

A practicum can shape the kind of social worker you become. At Theragen, we want students to feel welcomed into a practice where learning matters, relationships matter, and growth is taken seriously.

If you are looking for a practicum that offers real-world experience, thoughtful supervision, and the opportunity to learn in a warm and evolving mental health practice, Theragen may be the right fit for you.

We look forward to connecting with students who are ready to learn, contribute, and grow.