BBH Education and Training Program Guide

Behavioral Health
Education and Training

PROGRAM BROCHURE
2023 – 2025
Table of Contents
Introduction: Baptist Health..................................................................... 1

Baptist Health: Mission and Core Values (Cares)......................................... 2
Joint Commission and Community ............................................................. 2
Baptist Behavioral Health (BBH)............................................................... 3

Outpatient Services........................................................................................ 5
Treatment Modalities and Evaluations......................................................... 5
Neuropsychological Testing ......................................................................... 6
Collaborative Care Model (CoCM)............................................................... 6
Employee Assistance Programs.................................................................... 6
Inpatient Services .......................................................................................... 7
Day Stay Programs......................................................................................... 8
Acute Crisis Management............................................................................. 9
Specialty Service Lines................................................................................. 10
Behavioral Health Education and Training............................................. 12

Training Model and Philosophy................................................................... 13
Clinical Experiences............................................................................... 14
Supervision............................................................................................ 16
Individual Supervision.................................................................................. 16
Group Supervision........................................................................................ 16
Continuing Education............................................................................ 18
Didactic Seminar ......................................................................................... 18
Grand Rounds .............................................................................................. 20
Journal Club.................................................................................................. 20
Community Education................................................................................. 21
Program Development and Service Projects............................................. 21
Case Presentations....................................................................................... 22
Table of Contents
Clinical Health Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship.............................. 23

Evaluation of Competencies ...................................................................... 25
Psychological Competencies, Skills, and Knowledge............................... 25
Programmatic Evaluations........................................................................... 26
Program Acceptance Criteria...................................................................... 28
Application Requirements........................................................................... 28
Interview Process and Candidate Selection............................................... 29
Neuropsychology Postdoctoral Fellowship............................................ 30

PGY1 Rotation Details.................................................................................. 32
PGY2 Rotation Options................................................................................ 34
Neuropsychological Competencies, Skills, and Knowledge.................... 35
Post-Master’s Internship........................................................................ 39
Doctoral Advanced Practicum................................................................ 42

Evalution of Competencies ........................................................................ 42
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Pre-Master’s Internship.......................................................................... 45
Evaluation of Competencies....................................................................... 46
Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN Fellowship.......................................... 49

Programmatic Evaluations – APRN Fellowship.......................................... 53
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Training............ 57

Interview Process And Candidate Selection.............................................. 59
Training Program Faculty ...................................................................... 60
Behavioral Health Administration.......................................................... 60
Clinical Training Faculty.......................................................................... 64

Goals And Expectations of Faculty............................................................. 70
Hospital Policy and Procedure Compliance............................................ 72

Patient Rights................................................................................................ 72
Trainee Rights and Responsibilities............................................................ 73
Direct and Indirect Hours............................................................................. 74
Contact Information............................................................................... 76
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAM BROCHURE
Introduction: Baptist Health
Baptist Health is North Florida’s most comprehensive healthcare system, providing unparalleled access
to quality care at every stage of life. Founded in 1955, Baptist Health is the area’s only locally owned and
governed healthcare provider. Baptist Health provides a full range of inpatient, outpatient, and home-based
health care services to the families of our region.
Baptist Health is a faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of five nationally accredited hospitals, with
1,398 beds, including Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, Wolfson Children’s Hospital, Baptist Medical Center
Beaches, Baptist Medical Center Nassau, Baptist Medical Center South, and Baptist Clay Medical Campus.
Baptist Health also includes 56 primary care offices, as well as home health, behavioral health, pastoral care,
rehabilitation services, occupational health, and urgent care. Baptist Health is the region’s most preferred health
system. More than 1,300 physicians are on staff at our hospitals, representing virtually all medical specialties.
Baptist Health serves a diverse population drawn from urban, suburban, and rural settings.
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Baptist Health: Mission and Core Values (CARES)

It is the mission of Baptist Health to continue the healing ministry of Christ by providing accessible, quality
health care services at a reasonable cost in an atmosphere that fosters respect and compassion. This is
accomplished through the health system and its employees exemplifying specific core values, which are also
referred to as CARES:
Community Advocacy - Promote the health of the community and individuals in need through responsible
action and charitable service.
Respect - Treat those we serve and each other with dignity, compassion and integrity and foster a culture of
inclusiveness that celebrates the diversity of all individuals.
Excellence - Exceed the quality and service expectations of those we serve through inclusive and innovative
efforts, constant evaluation of results and celebration of achievements.
Stewardship - Render cost effective, compassionate, quality health care through responsible management of
resources.
Joint Commission and Community

Baptist Health has received national and regional recognition for its quality healthcare. As an accredited
hospital system, Baptist Health is constantly striving to improve patient care and safety. To that end, The Joint
Commission updates the National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG) annually.
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Baptist Behavioral Health (BBH)

Since 1976, Baptist Behavioral Health has provided high-quality mental health care for adults, children, and
families. Baptist Health and Baptist Behavioral Health value the importance of mental and emotional status
as vital components of overall health. We provide a full continuum of mental health care services, including
outpatient, inpatient, day stay programs, and crisis management. Our behavioral health practitioners are
integrated into primary care, oncology and hematology, neurology, bariatric care, sleep medicine, and beyond.
Individuals treated at BBH experience the full spectrum of psychiatric disorders, from the relatively mild and
acute, to those more severe and chronic in nature. The clientele is ethnically and racially diverse, spanning
developmental stages, from pediatrics through geriatrics. Comprehensive and specialty services are available,
ranging from brief psychotherapy, assessment, medication management, to intensive stabilization of serious
mental illness (SMI). In accordance with Baptist Health’s mission and core values, Baptist Behavioral Health
delivers ethical and evidence-based psychological support to meet each patient’s unique needs.
Baptist Behavioral Health is currently comprised of 24 locations, including outpatient and inpatient centers,
region-wide. This network is continually expanding its geographical scope of practice in order to service
areas with limited mental health resources. In addition to the department’s accessible community healthcare
locations, BBH staffs approximately 100 multidisciplinary behavioral healthcare providers to skillfully assess
and treat a multitude of emotional
concerns, psychiatric symptoms, and
diagnoses. Our interdisciplinary team
includes psychologists, psychiatrists,
psychiatric nurses and nurse
practitioners, mental health counselors,
recreational therapists, art therapists,
clinical social workers, psychometricians,
crisis-management staff, and mental
health technicians. With this expansive
framework, BBH is equipped to
provide treatment for all mental health
populations across the lifespan.
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Baptist Behavioral Health
Location and Contact Information
Inpatient Services
1 Adult Inpatient - Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville 21
800 Prudential Dr., Jacksonville, FL 32207
904.202.7900
Pediatric Inpatient - Wolfson Children’s Hospital
800 Prudential Dr.. Jacksonville, FL 32207
2 Behavioral Health Unit
904.202.0403 direct line to unit desk
Pediatric Day Stay - Wolfson Children’s Hospital 7
820 Prudential Dr., Unit 510, Jacksonville, FL 32207
Behavioral Health Unit
904.202.0403 direct line to unit desk
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Adult Partial Hospitalization Program and 4 6
Intensive Outpatient Program 1 2 19
3 8
820 Prudential Dr., Ste. 510 9
11 12
Jacksonville, FL 32207 22 16
19
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Outpatient Services - 904.376.3800 5
20
4 841 Building 11 Baptist MD Anderson
841 Prudential Dr. Cancer Center
10th Floor 1301 Palm Ave.
Jacksonville, FL 32207 Ste. 4A017 17
Jacksonville, FL 32207 13
5 AgeWell Center for 24
Health - Beaches 12 Baptist Jacksonville 10 23
1370 13th Ave. S. 820 Prudential Dr. 15
Bldg. A, Ste. 118 Howard Bldg., Ste. 510

Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 Jacksonville, FL 32207
6 AgeWell Center for Health 13 Baptist South

841 Prudential Dr. 14540 Old St. Augustine Rd.
Ste. 180 Medical Office Building 2 18 Southbank Office 23 Wolfson Children’s
Jacksonville, FL 32207 5th floor, Ste. 2591 1660 Prudential Dr. Behavioral Health - Bartram
Jacksonville, FL 32258 Ste. 410 Park
7 Airport Office Jacksonville, FL 32207 13241 Bartram Park Blvd.
524 Skymarks Dr. 14 Beaches Office Ste. 1901
Unit 5 900 Beach Blvd. 19 Tapestry Park Jacksonville, FL 32258
Jacksonville, FL 32218 Ste. 930 4844 Deer Lake Dr. West
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 Ste. 101 24 Wolfson Children’s Behavioral
8 Baptist Behavioral Health - Jacksonville, FL 32246 Health - Southbank
Bariatrics Counseling 15 Clay Office 1650 Prudential Dr.
836 Prudential Dr. 1747 Baptist Clay Dr. 20 Yulee Office Ste. 210
Ste. 1006 Ste. 350 87010 Professional Way Jacksonville, FL 32207
Jacksonville, FL 32207 Fleming Island, FL 32003 Yulee, FL 32097
9 Baptist Health Bridge Pro- 16 Neptune Beach 21 Wolfson Children’s Bridge

gram 302 3rd Street Program
836 Prudential Dr. Ste. 3 836 Prudential Dr.
Pavilion Bldg., Ste. 1506 Neptune Beach, FL 32266 Pavilion Bldg., Ste. 1507
Jacksonville, FL 32207 17 Jacksonville, FL 32207
Oakleaf
10 Baptist HealthPlace 8355 Merchants Gate Dr. 22 Wolfson Children’s
at Nocatee Jacksonville, FL 32222 Behavioral Health - Baptist
400 Colonnade Dr. HealthPlace at Nocatee
Ste. 230 400 Colonnade Dr.
Ponte Vedra, FL 32081 Suite 200
Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
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Outpatient Services
Baptist Behavioral Health has a wide range of convenient outpatient options and conducts approximately 75,000
visits annually. Through the outpatient venue, we provide personalized and evidence-based mental health
services that focus on the needs of the whole person. Baptist Behavioral Health offers psychological, psychiatric
and counseling services on an outpatient basis for adults, adolescents, and children. We offer psychological
testing, individual therapy, family therapy, and medication management. Our multidisciplinary team of clinicians
expertly assesses and treats a variety of concerns and clinical disorders including:
• Mood Disorders (Depression, Bipolar Disorder) • Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)

• Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Phobias, and Panic Disorders • Substance Use/Addictions
• Neuropsychological Disorders, Dementias, • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Trauma,
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Abuse/Neglect
• Sleep Problems/Disorders • Perinatal/Postpartum Mood Disorders
• Couples/Marital Counseling and Family Therapy • Aging/End of Life
• Grief Counseling • LGBTQIA
• Eating/Feeding Disorders • Medical Concerns/Terminal Disease/Palliative Care
• Bariatric Surgery Counseling • Pain Management
• Child and Adolescent Concerns • Suicidality/Self-Harm
• Behavioral Issues/Anger Control/ODD • Psychoses/Schizophrenia
• Neurodevelopmental/Learning Disorders
Treatment Modalities and Evaluations

• Medication Management
• Individual and Group Therapy
• Telehealth
• Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
• Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
• SPRAVATO (esketamine)
• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
• Diagnostic Evaluations
• Psychological Testing
• Bariatric Pre-Surgical Evaluations
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Neuropsychological Testing
We offer a variety of testing services including adult and pediatric neuropsychological assessment, learning
disorder evaluations, and academic performance testing. Our adult and child neuropsychologists are proficient in
assessing the relationship between brain functioning and behavior for issues such as:
• Acquired Brain Injury (Traumatic – Open/Closed; Non-Traumatic Brain Injury – Stroke, Anoxia, Infections/
Metabolic Disorders, Tumors)
• Neurodegenerative Disease (Alzheimer’s Disease, Vascular Dementia)
• ADHD evaluations
• Academic Accommodations for ADHD and Learning Disorders
• Gifted testing
Employee Assistance Programs

Personal problems and stress can undermine an employee’s health, happiness, job satisfaction, and work
performance. Baptist Behavioral Health contracts with companies throughout Northeast Florida to provide a
full range of Employee Assistance Programs. Our clinical staff provide excellent resources for managers and
supervisors who face employee distress, concern and productivity issues. Examples of problems that are handled
effectively through EAP are:
• Work and employment problems • Stress-reduction
• Depression • Time management
• Emotional distress • Life adjustment issues: death, divorce, etc.
• Family or marital crisis • Behavioral problems
Collaborative Care Model (CoCM)

To expand pathways and increase access to needed mental health support, Baptist Health and Wolfson
Children’s Hospital launched the evidence-based Collaborative Care Model (CoCM), bringing mental health
services into the primary care setting. The CoCM is a specific type of integrated care developed through the
AIMS Center at the University of Washington that treats common mental health conditions such as depression
and anxiety that require systematic follow-up due to their persistent nature.
Baptist adopted this evidence-based model for the following reasons:
• Gain a team of multidisciplinary physicians working collaboratively to optimize wellness.
• Improved quality of care – both brief behavioral intervention and supported medication management
when appropriate.
• Attend low cost and time effective appointments.
• Helps normalize mental health services in primary care settings

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Inpatient Services
Baptist Health is proud to offer the area’s only mental health resource of its kind. Baptist Health provides a
full range of inpatient services for adults, adolescents, and children requiring hospital-based care. Our adult
inpatient behavioral health facility overlooks the St. Johns River and is designed with light-filled spaces that
include peaceful river-themed artwork.
Adult Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit
This riverfront unit specializes in stabilizing patients who are experiencing depression, severe anxiety, addiction
and other forms of psychiatric distress. Following psychiatric stabilization, our acute facility prepares patients
for discharge by scheduling hospital follow-up appointments with outpatient providers and other community
resources.
Our 34-bed adult inpatient behavioral health department consists of three separate acuity-based units.
The geriatric and medically complicated unit has nine beds and provides care to our most vulnerable and
dependent patients. Typically, those patients are considered “total care,” and may suffer from dementia
or have a medical condition that complicates treatment. For patients who are experiencing psychosis, are
dangerous to themselves or others, or who benefit from a smaller and structured environment, there is also
an 8-bed unit that provides intensive supervision. For patients who function more independently, our 17-bed
open unit provides more freedom and social interaction among patients. All patient rooms have windows
overlooking the St. John’s River, which contributes to a soothing milieu.
We employ a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, licensed counselors, nurses, social workers, recreational
therapists, and mental health technicians that provide 24/7 care. Multidisciplinary team meetings occur twice
weekly to review patient status and plan for discharge. Various evidence-based groups are conducted each
day to educate patients about their condition and increase their coping skills. Master’s level multidisciplinary
counselors on the unit run the groups, as well as supervise interns when they are present. In collaboration with
the University of Florida Medical School, psychiatry residents often rotate on the unit as well. In addition to
medication management on the unit, psychiatrists provide consultation/liaison services at all hospital locations
and perform ECT.
Child and Adolescent Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit
Our children’s inpatient unit is located in the Weaver Tower on Wolfson Children’s Hospital’s downtown
Jacksonville campus. This 14-bed unit specializes in the care of children and adolescents who are experiencing
acute emotional and behavioral problems that disrupt their ability to function. The daily schedule allows
patients to attend group therapy, art and music therapies, group sessions with a Child Life specialist, yoga
and other recreational therapies. Treatment may involve stabilization, ongoing assessment, crisis intervention,
medication management, therapy (individual, family and group), as well as discharge planning and follow-up
care. Average length of stay is approximately three to five days, depending on a child’s progress and needs.
Designed with children and teens in mind, the unit offers both a home-like feel and state-of-the-art features
that meet the therapeutic needs of young patients. Special care is taken to provide a welcoming and secure
environment, including restricted access for patient safety and privacy.
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Day Stay Programs

Baptist Health offers an array of intensive treatment options for individuals requiring outpatient treatment for
psychiatric disorders and chemical dependency.
Adult Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs
This program provides care to adults who do not need the structure of an inpatient setting, yet require more
intensive therapy than outpatient services. Patients participate in both group and individual therapy sessions
that operate Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 2:30 pm for approximately 7 to 10 days.
Child and Adolescent Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs
This program at Wolfson Children’s Hospital includes an intensive outpatient program designed to provide
family-centered care to children and adolescents who require intensive therapy yet do not meet criteria for
admission to the inpatient unit. Therapeutic goals focus on helping patients and families develop strengths
and make positive choices.
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Acute Crisis Management
Emergency Center Evaluations
When someone arrives at a Baptist Health or Wolfson

Children’s Hospital emergency center with a mental health
crisis, our registered nurses and behavioral health clinicians
perform assessments to determine the appropriate level of
care and psychiatric treatment.
Baptist Crisis Management
The Behavioral Care Management Department (BCM) is

the primary entry point for patients admitted to the ED.
They also furnish an invaluable service to the community
by providing a 24-hour crisis answering hotline and serve as an after-hours call service for providers and
patients in the Outpatient Behavioral Health Department.
BCM is comprised of three staff teams. The first team, Crisis Response Counselors, consists of bachelors-
level staff that answers the phones 24/7 and triage patients to services that best fit their needs. They are
also responsible for obtaining pre-authorizations for services. The second team of Mental Health Evaluators
performs mental health assessments on all adult and child psychiatric admissions to the Emergency
Department. They make level of care determinations and assist in placing patients either at one of the Baptist
facilities or at another facility in the community depending on bed availability and other resources. Utilization
nurses make up the third team and are responsible to obtain authorization for continued stay.
The Bridge Program
The Bridge Program serves patients in the Baptist Health and Wolfson Children’s Hospital system and
surrounding community who require emergent mental health treatment. Services include psychiatry,
psychotherapy, and risk/lethality assessments. Depending on acuity, patients may have same day, scheduled
urgent and transitional appointments. This approach promotes continuity of services, efficiency in care, and
overall improved well-being for our patients and their families. The Bridge is designed to serve pediatric and
adult patients that are:
• Transitioning from higher level, inpatient psychiatric care to outpatient mental health treatment, requiring
follow-up appointments post-hospital discharge
• Established within Baptist Outpatient Behavioral in need of more immediate assistance with their care
coordinated with their outpatient provider.
• Not currently a danger to themselves or others but are experiencing an increase in mental health
symptoms, placing them at higher risk of becoming a danger to themselves or others, needing more
urgent support.
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Specialty Service Lines
Neuropsychological Testing
Baptist Health employs several pediatric and adult neuropsychologists. They offer a wide variety of
personalized testing services for patients across the lifespan. Baptist Health’s neuropsychologists utilize
standardized assessments to understand the relationship between the brain, cognitive function, and
observable behavior. The focus of such assessments vary, depending on the injury or suspected neurological
disease and neuropsychological sequelae. Common reasons for a neuropsychological testing referral
include: traumatic brain injury (TBI), neurodegenerative disease (i.e., dementias), stroke, in addition to
neurodevelopmental and learning disorders.
Hospital-Based Consultations
Baptist Health provides psychological and psychiatric care

to medical patients admitted into the hospital system. These
behavioral health clinicians provide services for various health-
related concerns, including spinal cord injury (SCI) traumatic
brain injury (TBI), cerebrovascular accident (e.g., ischemia,
hemorrhage), other neurological disorders, acute stress
responses, chronic pain, and general maladjustment to injury/
disease and hospitalization.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Program
Baptist Health offers an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program. ABA is an evidence-based treatment that
includes behavior modification and therapy for autism spectrum disorders or developmental disabilities.
The principles associated with ABA are extensions of behavioral methodologies (operant conditioning)
incorporated into practical settings. Variations of ABA include behavior modification or behavior therapy,
both designed to aid patients with communication challenges, in addition to a reduction of abnormal or
problematic behaviors. This program is designed to aid patients with communication challenges and reduce
abnormal or problematic behaviors. At this time, providers offer clinic-based and inpatient focused ABA
services.
Treatment Resistant Depression (TRD) Clinic
Baptist Behavioral Health offers various specialized interventions for treatment resistant depression. These
include Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). TMS uses targeted
magnetic pulses, similar to those used in an MRI machine, to alter the patterns of the brain to decrease
symptoms of depression. TMS works by stimulating and awakening areas of the brain that are usually
less active in depressed patients. This specialized intervention can alleviate the symptoms of depression
and improve a patient’s quality of life. Baptist Health is also a certified treatment center for administering
SPRAVATO (esketamine) for Treatment Resistant Depression. SPRAVATO nasal spray is an FDA approved
medication to treat depression.
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Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center – Hematology and Oncology
Our psychologists at Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center provide

behavioral healthcare to patients and their family members. This service
helps individuals cope with the physical and emotional issues that
often become consequences of cancer diagnosis and treatment. These
clinicians are skilled at treating a range of emotions and physical changes
associated with a cancer diagnosis. Common foci of psychological
treatment include anxiety, depression, grief, pain, appetite and sleep
disturbances.
Bariatric and Eating Disorders
Baptist Behavioral Health has a team dedicated to caring for bariatric patients. Our psychologists and
licensed counselors have specialized training and expertise in performing pre-bariatric surgery psychological
evaluations. We work closely with other members of the bariatric team, including the surgeon, physician
assistants, dietitians, and bariatric coordinator to ensure the patient is receiving comprehensive care. The
behavioral health team also provides psychological treatment for behavioral weight management and eating
disordered behaviors.
Maternal Mental Health (MMH)
Baptist Behavioral Health created a specialized service line to address the growing mental health concerns
associated with the perinatal and postpartum periods. Our Maternal Mental Health specialty is designed to
identify and manage emotional challenges that are related to all aspects of maternal health. Baptist Behavioral
Health focuses on early detection of mothers’ emotional distress and any changes in functioning. To promote
mothers’ psychosocial well-being, BBH employs various evidence-based treatments, either in individual or
group therapy format.
Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program
The providers at Baptist Health Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program are experts in the assessment, diagnosis,
and treatment of sleep disorders. Our BBH clinicians are a part of the multidisciplinary sleep centers team,
providing consultation and liaison services. Following a comprehensive evaluation, recommendations are
provided, including behavioral (non-medication) treatments for a variety of sleep problems. The clinic focuses
on behavioral treatments that are effective and longer lasting than traditional medication options. In fact,
both the American College of Physicians and American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommend behavioral
interventions as the first line of treatment for adults with insomnia.
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Behavioral Health Education and Training

The Behavioral Health Education program of Baptist Health and Wolfson Children’s Hospital provides clinical
educational experiences, consisting of supervised rotations that survey a myriad of specialties in behavioral
healthcare. Trainees are given intensive supervision in each rotation and afforded numerous continuing
education activities. We offer pre and post graduate training at various levels in the fields of health psychology,
neuropsychology, counseling, and psychiatry including:
• Clinical Health Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship (page 23)
• Neuropsychology Postdoctoral Fellowship (page 30)
• Post-Master’s Internship (page 39)
• Doctoral Advanced Psychology (page 42)
• Pre-Master’s Internship (page 45)
• Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN Fellowship (page 49)
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Training (page 57)
Baptist Behavioral Health also provides psychiatry rotations to facilitate pre and post graduate medical
training in psychiatry. In collaboration with the University of Florida College of Medicine and The Mayo Clinic
College of Medicine, medical students, psychiatry residents and fellows may rotate on the pediatric and adult
inpatient units. Students, Residents and fellows may observe various clinical activities, including: medication
management, ECT, multidisciplinary rounds, as well as additional consultation/liaison services within other
medical units of the hospital.
For all candidates, it is preferred that they demonstrate:
– Successful completion of relevant coursework surveying ethics, diagnosis, and intervention.
– Relevant professional experience or clinical interest in providing behavioral healthcare in a medical

setting.
– Effective written/oral professional communication.
Expanded descriptions of each

level of training are included in the
forthcoming sections. Program
acceptance criteria, application
instructions, and candidate section
processes are described.
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Training Model and Philosophy

Our behavioral health education program was developed to train future clinicians in the fields of psychology,
counseling, and psychiatry to provide quality mental health services in an integrative and diversified healthcare
setting. The training model is developmental in nature, with consideration given to the varying levels of skill
and experience among trainees. Pedagogy is modeled from a biopsychosocial and multiculturally competent
perspective. The training is intended to cultivate foundational knowledge and skills for a myriad of future
clinical roles.
The program is designed after the practitioner-scholar model, which emphasizes the complementary
relationship between professional practice and scientific scholarly inquiry. The program emphasizes the
importance of teaching psychological knowledge and methods that are grounded in the existing empirical
literature. This integration of science, literature, and clinical work facilitates the development of trainees’
profession-wide competencies. The applied training methods also seek to be in accordance with the American
Psychological Association Ethical
Principles of Psychologists and Code of
Conduct (APA, 2017), the Commission
on Accreditation (2017), and Standards
of Accreditation for Health Service
Psychology (APA, 2015).
Baptist Behavioral Health offers

inclusive mental health care services
within outpatient centers, inpatient
units, day stay programs, the
emergency department, and Bridge
Program. In this training environment,
trainees are provided an opportunity to
work with a wide variety of populations
that experience a full range of mental
health concerns and diagnoses. These
include severe mental illness (SMI),
neurocognitive impairments, mood
disorders, substance use, eating disorders, and behavioral issues. This well-rounded exposure promotes a
comprehensive and robust clinical education experience.
Baptist Health promotes a welcoming atmosphere to enhance individual and professional growth by offering a
series of clinical rotations, extensive supervision, and formal didactics. The program’s philosophical approach
to training is trainee-centered, collaborative, and responsive. Consideration is given to each trainee’s individual
educational goals and clinical areas of interest. There is ongoing dialogue, both informally and formally, to
facilitate the accommodation of trainee preferences.
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Clinical Experiences
In line with our developmental training model, trainees begin their rotation by observing clinical preceptors,
behavioral health providers, and ancillary staff. This period of observation serves to develop trainees’ familiarity
with the department prior to engaging in any independent clinical work. Once acclimated, trainees gradually
take on more responsibilities as deemed appropriate, in accordance with their individual level of training
and professional development needs. The length of orientation and observation activities is dependent
on the trainees’ individual skillset and readiness for increased autonomy. These responsibilities primarily
include conducting intake evaluations, providing individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, medication
management, crisis interventions, consultation/liaison activities, and writing clinical documentation. In
addition, trainees have an opportunity to administer and score assessments, dependent on their rotation’s
focus, degree program, and interest level.
Trainees may rotate in a variety of behavioral health environments, use multiple therapeutic interventions,
and conceptualize cases from different theoretical orientations. Trainees function as members of the
interdisciplinary team, attending and contributing to relevant meetings as scheduling allows. All learners
receive EHR training and are granted system access to input documentation of services (with preceptor
review and attestation). Of note, documentation and billing practices differ across acute and ambulatory
settings. The program offers specialized rotation opportunities, based on preceptor availability, the trainees’
clinical interests, and degree program. The assigned rotations and clinical experiences will differ from one
environment to another. Supplemental shadowing opportunities may be available where schedules and
supervision allow.
Inpatient (IP) And Consultation/Liaison (C/L) – these rotations focus on provision of inpatient psychological
treatment in an integrated healthcare setting, either on secure inpatient units (pediatric or adult), in the
emergency department alongside Baptist Crisis Management (BCM) Mental Health Evaluators, as a consult/
liaison provider across the hospital, or in the partial hospitalization (PHP) and intensive outpatient (IOP)
programs. Inpatient clinical experiences include providing individual therapy, facilitating/co-facilitating group
therapy, administering psychological assessments, conducting crisis intervention/risk assessment, shadowing
interdisciplinary staff, engaging in consultation, discharge planning, treatment team meetings, and entering
documentation into the electronic health record (EHR). At the outset of the rotation, trainees spend majority of
their time shadowing licensed clinicians. Over time, they are expected to become more autonomous in their
day-to-day activities. Sample inpatient psychiatric unit trainee schedule:
Time Activity
9 am Group shadowing
10 am Treatment team meeting
11 am Group shadowing/initial assessments/individual sessions/safety planning/goal review
Noon Lunch break
1:15 pm Facilitate PsychoEd group
2:15 pm Group shadowing/assessments/individual sessions/safety planning/goal review
3:45 pm Group shadowing/assessments/individual sessions/safety planning/goal review
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Neuropsychology – the neuropsychology rotation is designed for doctoral-level trainees and focuses on
provision of outpatient neuropsychological assessment services for patients across the lifespan. Trainees
initially observe staff administer assessment batteries. Trainees then develop battery formulation skills and
practice test administration. Neuropsychological clinical experiences include observing supervisors perform
intake interviews and staff administering various assessments, shadowing interdisciplinary staff, engaging in
consultation, conducting interviews and assessment batteries, interpreting test data, drafting assessment
reports, developing diagnostic and treatment recommendations using assessment data, and participating in
testing feedback sessions.
Outpatient (OP) – this rotation is intended for advanced experiences (postdoctoral fellows, PGY2 registered
interns) and focuses on provision of outpatient psychological treatment in an integrated healthcare setting.
These include BBH clinics integrated with primary care, within the Bridge program, or in private office spaces.
Specialty service lines and potential rotations within OP include Bariatrics/Eating disorders, Maternal Mental
Health, AgeWell, Sleep Medicine, among others. At the outset of this rotation, trainees spend majority of their
time observing their clinical supervisor before seeing patients autonomously. As the trainee progresses into
the second semester, they will independently conduct clinical interviews, implement therapeutic interventions,
administer assessments, and enhance note-writing skills.
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Supervision
Supervision is an essential component emphasized throughout training, across levels, specialties, and
rotations. The Behavioral Health Education Program adheres to a developmental and experiential model of
supervision, which may be characterized as a “mentor–mentee” approach. Within this framework, clinical
supervisors are professional role models that allow trainees to observe their clinical practice, afford various
training experiences matched to trainee’s developmental level, and provide feedback on related performance.
Whenever possible, supervision is enhanced through direct observation of trainees’ clinical work and Socratic
questioning. The supervisor also encourages the growth of trainees’ individual strengths and autonomy over
time. Accordingly, training is structured to promote increased independence to facilitate their evolution into
ethical and competent practitioners.
Individual Supervision
Trainees will receive at least one hour of individual supervision weekly with a primary clinical supervisor either
on-site or virtually. In practice, trainees are often afforded more than one supervision hour each week, because
of the program’s training model and experiential teaching philosophy. Trainees have access to supervisors with
varied areas of expertise and theoretical orientations. The number of supervisors and time spent in supervision
is matched to the rotation, as well as on developmental need. Primary clinical supervisors (i.e., preceptors) are
paired with trainees by considering various factors, such as their clinical interests, skillset, and availability.
The supervision process involves a combination of direct and indirect observation of trainee responsibilities
(e.g., performing intake interviews, individual/group treatment, or assessment administration). Trainees seek
regular consultation with supervisors to guide clinical decision-making. The supervision hour may take on
various forms, such as discussing conceptualizations or treatment recommendations, incorporating process-
style dialogue, rehearsing clinical interventions, practicing test administration, and reviewing documentation.
Where indicated and feasible, supervision may incorporate observing sessions en vivo or on recording (audio),
to allow a thorough understanding of the trainee’s work and guide the provision of feedback. This direct
observation of trainees provides essential information regarding their development of competencies. As the
semester continues, trainees gradually function with less executive oversight; however, the minimum level
of supervision is maintained. The program acknowledges the significance of establishing quality supervisory
relationships and the impact of such interpersonal dynamics on learning outcomes. Baptist Behavioral Health
staff seek to foster an open and safe training environment, in which candid feedback from supervisees is
welcomed and integrated into their clinical experiences.
Group Supervision
Trainees will participate in one hour of group supervision each week. This meeting is held on-site or
virtually. Group supervision is a valuable teaching and mentoring experience for trainees. Trainees practice
observational learning, perspective taking, and modeling professionalism. Further, this unique structure of
supervision provides opportunities to build upon critical professional skills such as peer feedback/supervision,
public speaking/presenting, and interpersonal effectiveness. Through a group format, trainees may also
participate in an active dialogue about ethical issues and case conceptualization. During group discussions,
trainees are asked to consider peer and multidisciplinary perspectives to maximize the effectiveness of social
learning opportunities.
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The training program’s group supervision primarily

focuses on:
• Orientation to Baptist Behavioral Health
• Acclimation to Training
• Training Questions/Concerns
• Ethics in Behavioral Health
• Culture and Diversity
• Empirical Literature Review
• Clinical Case /Assessment Presentations
• Professional Development
• Trainee Wellness
Group supervision includes informal presentations that review de-identified treatment and assessment cases.
The meeting also offers updates related to the hospital/department and current events that may affect clinical
practice. Possible professional development topics to be covered are preparing for next steps in training or
education, careers in psychology/counseling, and balancing work/health as a mental health professional.
In line with Baptist Health’s appreciation for culture and individual difference, discussions regarding current
empirical literature on diversity and equity occur.
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Continuing Education
Didactics and related trainings are an integral part of the Behavioral Health Education Program. This curriculum
provides trainees a strong foundation of scientific knowledge that may be integrated into their clinical training.
Trainees are required to attend all continuing education activities, as well as any supplemental provider
training the hospital system requires. Trainees who are unable to attend these educational events will inform
the Director of Education and Training in advance.
Didactic Seminar
Trainees participate in a weekly, hour-long didactic seminar, held virtually or on-site. This educational forum
provides an overview of both psychological theory and related clinical applications. Didactic subjects survey
a range of evidence-based practice and case material in the fields of health psychology, neuropsychology,
and counseling. Particular attention is given to specialty services provided within Baptist Behavioral Health.
In addition, topics related to culture, diversity, and multidisciplinary professions are presented. To ensure
pedagogical quality and relevance, following each scheduled didactic, trainees complete an electronic survey,
which is submitted to the Director of Education and Training.
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Sample Didactic Curriculum
All didactics are scheduled weekly and occur virtually unless otherwise noted. Topics included within this
schedule are subject to change *trainees are provided advanced notice of any scheduling adjustments*
Topic
Introduction to Baptist Behavioral Health – Providing Psychological Services in a Healthcare Setting
Ethics in Health Service Psychology – Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct (APA,
2016)
FALL
Mental Status Exams, Clinical Interview, and Documentation Standards

Intro to Neuroanatomy – Special Focus on TBI
Multicultural Considerations in Psychological Assessment
Intro to Dialectical Behavior Therapy – Part I.
Intro to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Cultural Awareness in Psychological Practice
Intro to Psychopharmacology – Part I.
Medical Consultation/Liaison Services – Special Focus on LandD/MMH
Topic
Psychological Considerations in Hematology Oncology
Overview of Neurodevelopmental Disorders – Special Focus on ASD and ABA
SPRING
Working With Diverse Populations – Special Focus on assessment

Psychology of Aging – Special Focus on Mood Disorders
Eating Disorders and Pre-Surgical Assessment
Dialectical Behavior Therapy – Special Focus on EBPP and Behavior Chain Analysis (Part II.)
Psychological Assessment – Special Focus on ADHD
Rehabilitation Psychology – Special Focus on SCI, Amputation, and Chronic Pain
Intro to Psychopharmacology – Part II.
Neurobiology of Bipolar Disorder
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Grand Rounds
Our Grand Rounds series focuses on evidence-based practice in psychiatry and psychology. Presentations are
held regularly throughout the year and cover a variety of topics germane to behavioral health which promote
a standard of excellence in patient care. Postdoctoral fellows are required to present one grand rounds
focusing on a current case or specialty population they have treated during training. Qualifying attendees
may receive Continuing Medical Education (CME) credit and Continuing Education (CE) credit dependent on
their discipline. In addition, Baptist Behavioral Health trainees are offered a variety of continuing education
opportunities sponsored by the department. These include specialty trainings, conferences, and symposiums.
Journal Club
Continuing education through regular review of the scientific
literature is essential to the integrity of our clinical training. This
is accomplished through various learning activities (didactic
seminar, grand rounds, case presentations, etc.) and is the sole
focus of the Behavioral Health Journal Club. Trainees attend
journal club every two months. They each serve as presenter at
least once each academic year. Pre-reading articles is required.
Additional details regarding purpose, format, and scheduling
are included in the summary below:
Description: Scholarly meetings to discuss scientific papers from research journals. This educational gathering
serves to enhance clinical practice by introducing current empirical findings and promoting standards of behavioral
healthcare.
Purpose:
• To provide ongoing education in the discipline of Behavioral Health.
• To teach critical appraisal skills and increase exposure to evolving scientific literature.
• To stay current with the latest evidence-based information of the specialty and inform clinical practice.
• To facilitate comprehension and application of research through group discussion with peers.
• To promote interest in future clinical research to address knowledge gaps in the specialty.
Format: Papers will be critically examined using live lecture and visual presentations. One member of the club
provides a structured summary of the chosen article. The meeting concludes with Socratic inquiry and open
discussion.
Frequency/Duration: Meetings are held bi-monthly (every two months), unless otherwise noted. The club will
not occur during academic breaks or national holidays. Calendar invites for each meeting will be sent via outlook
calendars and email. This schedule is subject to change, and when altered, members are provided advanced notice of
any scheduling adjustments.
Facilitator(s): Dr. Varallo Sims; Clinical Preceptor; Postdoctoral Fellow; Trainee
Preparation: Articles should be distributed by email 1 to 2 weeks in advance for pre-reading.
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Research
Trainees interested in research are afforded opportunities to engage in scholarly activities throughout the
training year. Extensive research projects are dependent on preceptor specialty and availability. Importantly,
the ability to analyze, deduce, and apply research is continually assessed through the journal club and case
presentation components of the program.
Literature review: identify literature pertinent to rotation specialty/patient caseload and apply
current literature to case formulation/treatment plan. Trainees will be evaluated on ability to critically
review relevant literature and correctly assess the strengths and weaknesses of the methodology and
conclusions.
Case Study: Use descriptive research approach to create an in-depth analysis of a person, group, or
phenomenon observed during training. Employ a variety of techniques: personal interviews, direct-
observation, psychometric tests, and archival records. Report on the uniqueness of the patient, clinical,
ethical, and cultural diversity issues encountered in the case, case conceptualization and evidence-based
treatment recommendations.
Testing Data: Review and analyze existing testing data collected by neuropsychologists and behavioral
health testing providers.
Community Education
An integral element of the training program is provision of psychoeducation to patients, families, staff, and
the community at large. This is accomplished through various experiences including behavioral health content
development and presentation opportunities.
Content Development: In collaboration with the Director of Education and Training, trainees create
psychoeducation materials on various topics across the year.
Advocacy and Awareness: Where indicated and feasible, trainees are given the opportunity to provide
educational in-services within the community on several topics related to behavioral health. They are also
asked to volunteer at one behavioral health event (i.e., On Our Sleeves)
Program Development and Service Projects

Trainees are given organizational and administrative experience via departmental service delivery projects. The
topics of such activities are chosen by trainees and focused on their assigned rotations.
Service Delivery: Trainees are encouraged to engage in innovative development and/or practice
improvement activities (e.g., creation of program materials, virtual programs, group curriculum design).
APRN Fellows are required to complete a Capstone Project aimed at improvements in service delivery.
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Case Presentations
Trainees engage in formal case presentations at the end of each academic year. Presentations focus on select
clinical cases encountered during their rotations. Primary topics to be covered include assessments employed,
diagnostic formulation, interventions used, and treatment plan.
Clinical Case Presentations: Trainees present a case study at the end of the academic year. The case
selected is based on the clinical uniqueness of the patient, clinical, ethical, and cultural diversity issues
encountered in the case, as well as a thorough case conceptualization and evidence-based treatment
recommendations. Supporting literature is cited throughout the presentation.
Trainees are provided feedback on their presentations. Areas of evaluation include content, organization,
and delivery. Specifically, oration style, knowledge base, presentation structure, effectiveness of visual aids/
supplementary materials, use of empirical literature to support assessment/intervention choices, and ease of
answering discussion questions will be assessed.
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Clinical Health Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship

The Clinical Health Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship is designed to train future practitioners to provide
quality behavioral health services in a diversified medical setting. We offer specialized training opportunities
and rotations that survey a variety of psychological specialties (e.g., consultation liaison, neuropsychology,
bariatric mental health/assessment). Trainees work with patients across the lifespan that experience a
range of mental health concerns and diagnoses, including mood disorders, severe mental illness (SMI),
neurocognitive impairments, eating disorders, and behavioral issues. The fellow is a member of our
multidisciplinary team, which includes psychologists, psychiatrists, mental health counselors, psychiatric nurses
and nurse practitioners, recreational therapists, art therapists, clinical social workers, psychometricians, crisis-
management staff, and mental health technicians. Through direct observation and intensive supervision, the
fellow hones a specialized set of skills, including the consideration of potential systemic, social, and cultural
influences on complex medical and psychological conditions treated in an interprofessional setting.
The postdoctoral psychology fellow provides 2,000 hours of direct service under the supervision of licensed
psychologists. Primary clinical activities include individual and group therapy, assessment administration,
consultation/liaison services, clinical documentation, and co-supervision of graduate students. Baptist Health
also provides individual and group supervision, formal didactics, and a behavioral health Grand Rounds
series. The fellowship’s integration of science, literature, and clinical practice is aligned with profession-wide
competencies as outlined in the American Psychological Association Standards of Accreditation for Health
Service Psychology (2015). Satisfactory completion of the fellowship meets postdoctoral supervised practice
requirements (2,000 hours) for licensure in the state of Florida.
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Reference Schedule – Clinical Health Psychology Fellowship
Selected fellows commit to a yearlong postdoctoral experience consisting of a minimum of 2,000 hours.
Training aligns closely with the academic calendar:
• Commences early September, annually.
• Minimum of 40 hours each week to fulfill supervised hours requirements (2,000 hours total).
• Approximately 50% of time spent in direct contact (minimum of 900 hours, total).
• Group supervision and didactic seminar occur virtually (or on-site) every Wednesday.
SAMPLE FELLOW SCHEDULE (8:30 am – 4:30 pm)

Rotation Interval Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
C/L Rotation
SEP – DEC C/L Rotation C/L Rotation Didactics; C/L Rotation C/L Rotation
Group Supervision
IP Rotation
JAN – APR IP Rotation IP Rotation Didactics; IP Rotation IP Rotation
Group Supervision
OP Rotation
MAY – AUG OP Rotation OP Rotation Didactics; OP Rotation OP Rotation
Group Supervision
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Evaluation of Competencies
Baptist Behavioral Health views evaluation and feedback as essential components of the learning process.
Ongoing evaluation of trainees occurs informally and formally, through regular supervision, review of written
work, feedback from multidisciplinary staff, patient report, self-evaluations, direct observation data, and
summative evaluations. In collaboration with trainees’, Baptist Health’s clinical supervisors identify training
goals at the beginning of the year and discuss evaluation processes. Consistent evaluation practices serve to
address specific training needs that may arise and encourage the trainee’s overall professional growth.
Psychological Competencies, Skills, and Knowledge

Baptist Health defines performance standards based on established profession-wide competencies and
training guidelines. This systematic and evidence-based approach is essential to the successful professional
development of our trainees. To accomplish such outcomes, our program requires trainees to develop certain
competencies that prepare them for professional practice in Health Service Psychology (HSP). In compliance
with the Commission on Accreditation (C-8 I., revised July 2017) and the American Psychological Association
Standards of Accreditation for Health Service Psychology (2015), the training program emphasizes and
evaluates the following nine core competencies:
1. Professional Values, Attitudes, and Behaviors

2. Research Application (Scientific Knowledge, Methods, and Clinical Reasoning)
3. Communication and Interpersonal Skills
4. Individual and Cultural Diversity
5. Assessment
6. Intervention
7. Ethical/Legal Standards and Policy
8. Consultation and Interdisciplinary Skills
9. Supervision
Application of Scientific Research – “Demonstrates the substantially independent ability to critically

evaluate and disseminate research or other scholarly activities (e.g., case conference, presentation,
publications) at the local (including the host institution), regional, or national level” (CoA, revised July
2017).
Ethics, Law, and Policy – “Be knowledgeable of and act in accordance with each of the following:
the current version of the APA Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct; relevant laws,
regulations, rules, and policies governing health service psychology at the organizational, local, state,
regional, and federal levels; and relevant professional standards and guidelines” (CoA, revised July 2017).
Cultural Diversity – “Demonstrate the ability to independently apply their knowledge and approach
in working effectively with the range of diverse individuals and groups encountered during internship”
(CoA, revised July 2017).
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Professional Values, Attitudes, and Behaviors – “Behave in ways that reflect the values and attitudes
of psychology, including integrity, deportment, professional identity, accountability, lifelong learning, and
concern for the welfare of others” (CoA, revised July 2017).
Communication and Interpersonal Skills – “Develop and maintain effective relationships with a
wide range of individuals, including colleagues, communities, organizations, supervisors, supervisees,
and those receiving professional services; produce and comprehend oral, nonverbal, and written
communications that are informative and well-integrated; demonstrate a thorough grasp of professional
language and concepts” (CoA, revised July 2017).
Assessment Skills – “Demonstrate current knowledge of diagnostic classification systems, functional

and dysfunctional behaviors, including consideration of client strengths and psychopathology… Select
and apply assessment methods that draw from the best available empirical literature and that reflect the
science of measurement and psychometrics” (CoA, revised July 2017)
Intervention Skills – “Establish and maintain effective relationships with the recipients of psychological
services; develop evidence-based intervention plans specific to the service delivery goals; implement
interventions informed by the current scientific literature, assessment findings, diversity characteristics,
and contextual variables” (CoA, revised July 2017).
Supervision – “Demonstrate knowledge of supervision models and practices…Apply this knowledge in

direct or simulated practice with psychology trainees, or other health professionals” (CoA, revised July
2017).
Consultation and Interdisciplinary Skills – “The intentional collaboration of professionals in health

service psychology with other individuals or groups to address a problem, seek or share knowledge, or
promote effectiveness in professional activities” (CoA, revised July 2017).
Programmatic Evaluations
Trainees are evaluated throughout each rotation to ensure their performance levels match Baptist Health
quality expectations and patient needs. Areas of evaluation include the nine domains of profession-wide
competencies as outlined by the American Psychological Association Standards of Accreditation for Health
Service Psychology (2015) competency areas.
Formative evaluations are less structured means of skill appraisal and occur across rotations. These include
making documentation revisions, supervision dialogue focusing on training goal progress, and informal
feedback following indirect or direct observation (e.g., one-way mirror observation of client contact, in room
during an intake or test feedback session).
Summative evaluations are the formal and measurable assessments of trainee competencies, which occur
at the end of each rotation. This is a benchmark rating for overall progress and serves as an opportunity to
highlight areas of potential growth. Summative evaluations are informed by multiple sources of data (e.g.,
direct observation, supplemental rotation performance, case/research presentations, supervision participation,
professionalism, and competency rating scales). The evaluation rating measure uses a 5–point Likert scale,
ranging from “0” (“Unsatisfactory”) to “4” (“Exemplary”). The scale requires that raters objectively assess the
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relationship between a competency area and the trainee’s observable behavior. Trainees and preceptors are
provided the Summative Evaluation Guide at the beginning of their academic year.
Supervisors will review summative evaluations with trainees. In addition, the trainee’s supervisor, the Director
of Clinical Training, and/or the Director of Education and Training communicate with academic departments
regarding trainee progress as indicated. Records of all completed evaluations are then provided to the
program administrator, trainee, and primary supervisor(s). This quality performance assessment serves to
provide data for continual improvement and enhancement of the training program.
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Program Acceptance Criteria

The Clinical Health Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship is designed for individuals who have successfully
completed their internship, defended their dissertation, and earned a doctoral degree in clinical or
counseling psychology from an APA-accredited program (conferred prior to the start of training). It is
preferred that applicants be U.S. citizens who have completed an APA-accredited internship program. We
encourage applications from those that have completed at least one practicum/internship year in a hospital
setting; however, relevant professional experience will also be considered. Appropriate candidates for this
fellowship have completed intensive coursework in psychopathology, clinical interviewing, and psychological
assessment. Applicants’ writing skill level will be evaluated though a review of de-identified documentation
(e.g., sample integrative assessment reports, progress notes, or treatment plans) of their choice. Fellows must
also demonstrate the capacity and willingness to actively participate in intensive training and supervision.
Furthermore, trainees will be required to obtain additional Professional Liability (Malpractice) Insurance
through the Trust (APA - Pre-Licensure Liability). Fellows are not permitted to begin independent clinical work
without verification of coverage.
Overall, it is preferred that candidates demonstrate:
• Successful completion of relevant coursework surveying ethics, diagnosis, and intervention.
• Relevant professional experience or clinical interest in health psychology.
• Effective written/oral professional communication.
Additional information regarding start date, salary, and benefits may be found on our UPPD listing. Satisfactory
completion of the postdoctoral fellowship meets postdoctoral supervised practice requirements (2,000 hours)
for licensure in the state of Florida.
Application Requirements
Inquiries and applications are encouraged from all qualified individuals. Suitable fellowship applicants must be
in good academic standing at their university/internship and have degree-in-hand upon commencement of
postdoctoral training.
Fellowship Application Process
The following application materials are to be provided electronically via email (BehavioralHealthEducation@
bmcjax.com) to the Director of Education and Training within the first week of January, annually:
– Unofficial Graduate transcript

– Curriculum Vitae
– Cover Letter including postdoctoral training goals and reasons for applying to this site
– Two letters of recommendation stating your eligibility/readiness for training
– One writing sample of choice (e.g., redacted comprehensive psychological assessment report with case
conceptualization and integrated findings, progress note, treatment plan) – Clinical Health Psychology
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*The electronic application for this Fellowship via Baptist Health’s website must also be completed to
make your submission complete (additional details to be provided).
Interview Process and Candidate Selection

Qualified applicants are selected for interviews after a thorough review of application materials. Those
candidates under consideration will be contacted by e-mail to schedule an interview. These meetings are
conducted by the Baptist Behavioral Health administration and select members of the clinical training faculty.
The interview process includes:
– Structured interview questions to assess clinical competencies
– Inquiry of clinical areas of interest, training/career goals, and theoretical orientation(s)
– Completion of a sample case conceptualization addressing diagnostic impressions and treatment

recommendations (directions provided within initial interview scheduling email; conceptualization
submitted via email prior to interview date)
Interviews are tentatively scheduled to occur in late January through early February, annually. In addition
to a review of various application materials and interview screenings, trainee placement at Baptist Health is
contingent on the results of background and employee health screenings.
Offers made to postdoctoral applicants after interviews are considered binding until 10 AM EST on the APPIC
Common Hold Date (CHD). If an applicant does not communicate their acceptance or declination by that time,
the program can rescind the offer via email.
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Neuropsychology Postdoctoral Fellowship

The Neuropsychology Postdoctoral Fellowship is designed to provide specialty training in the
neuropsychological sciences and prepare trainees for independent clinical practice in a variety of settings.
Training is structured to include robust assessment, diagnostic, and didactic experiences over the course of
a two-year, full-time position. These specialized training experiences expand the fellow’s knowledge of brain-
behavior relationships, enhance their skills in evaluation and treatment of neurobehavioral disorders, and
facilitate professional development. Fellows cultivate leadership skills through involvement in the supervision
of trainees across various levels of the behavioral health department. The program is intended to progressively
build upon the fellow’s existing clinical competencies through participation in more advanced experiences as
developmentally appropriate. Through this gradual exposure, fellows foster greater autonomy and increased
responsibility in their role.
This two-year fellowship focuses on the provision of neuropsychological assessment and treatment of patients
across the lifespan. Fellows use standardized assessments to understand the relationship between the brain,
cognitive function, and observable behavior. The focus of such assessments varies, depending on the injury
or suspected neurological disease and neuropsychological sequelae. Fellows will evaluate and treat patients
with complicated diagnostic presentations. Baptist Behavioral Health serves a wide range of neuropsychiatric
conditions across the lifespan. Primary neuropsychological activities of the fellowship include:
• Conducting clinical intake interviews.
• Test battery formulation.
• Assessment administration, scoring, and interpretation.
• Development of diagnostic and treatment recommendations using assessment data.
• Preparation of comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations/reports.
• Shadow interdisciplinary staff, engage in consultation.
• Providing comprehensive feedback session to patients and families
For year one (PGY1), the fellow will focus on adult

and geriatric populations for two quarters and on
pediatric populations for two quarters. In a cohort of
two fellows, one will begin with adult populations and
the other will begin in with pediatric populations. The
program’s structure allows for further specialization
in pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric, or lifespan
neuropsychology in PGY2.
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Reference Schedule – Neuropsychology Fellowship
Selected fellows commit to a two-year postdoctoral experience consisting of a minimum of 4,000 hours.
Training aligns closely with the academic calendar:
• Minimum of 40 hours each week to fulfill supervised hours requirements (4,000 hours total).
• Approximately 50% of time spent in direct contact (minimum of 1800 hours, total).
SAMPLE NEUROPSYCHOLOGY 2-YEAR SCHEDULE (8:30 am – 4:30 pm)

Rotation
PGY Quarter Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Interval
OP Rotation
OP Rotation OP Rotation OP Rotation OP Rotation
SEP – NOV 1 ADULT/GERI ADULT/GERI
Admin; Didactics;
ADULT/GERI ADULT/GERI
Group Supervision
IP/CL Rotation
IP/CL Rotation IP/CL Rotation IP/CL Rotation IP/CL Rotation
DEC – FEB 2 Admin; Didactics;
YEAR 1
ADULT/GERI ADULT/GERI ADULT/GERI ADULT/GERI

Group Supervision
OP Rotation
OP Rotation OP Rotation OP Rotation OP Rotation
MAR – MAY 3 PEDS/ADOL PEDS/ADOL
Admin; Didactics;
PEDS/ADOL PEDS/ADOL
Group Supervision
IP/CL Rotation
IP/CL Rotation IP/CL Rotation IP/CL Rotation IP/CL Rotation
JUN – AUG 4 PEDS/ADOL PEDS/ADO
Admin; Didactics;
PEDS/ADOL PEDS/ADOL
Group Supervision
Specialty Focus
Specialty Focus Specialty Focus Rotation Specialty Specialty
SEP – NOV 1 Rotation Rotation Admin; Didactics; Focus Rotation Focus Rotation
Group Supervision
Specialty Focus
DEC – FEB 2 Rotation Rotation Admin; Didactics; Focus Rotation Focus Rotation
Group Supervision
YEAR 2
Specialty Focus
MAR – MAY 3 Rotation Rotation Admin; Didactics; Focus Rotation Focus Rotation
Group Supervision
Specialty Focus
JUN – AUG 4 Rotation Rotation Admin; Didactics; Focus Rotation Focus Rotation
Group Supervisio
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PGY1 Rotation Details
Adult/Geriatric Outpatient
This three-month rotation focuses on the provision of neuropsychological treatment in an integrated
ambulatory healthcare setting. The fellow will spend majority of their time conducting outpatient
neuropsychological assessments. Evaluations and testing occur for various neuropsychological referral
questions, including:
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Non-Traumatic Brain Injury
• Epilepsy
• Neurodegenerative Disease
• Memory/Cognitive testing
Adult/Geriatric Inpatient–Consultation Liaison–Rehabilitation

This three-month rotation focuses on the provision of neuropsychological treatment in a multidisciplinary acute
medical setting. The fellow will spend majority of their time conducting cognitive assessments, screenings,
providing consultation liaison services in the hospital, as well as offering psychoeducation and support groups.
Group treatment modalities serve to increase awareness of cognitive issues, facilitate adjustment, provide
education around diagnosis/deficits, optimize independence by teaching compensatory cognitive and coping
techniques, and stress management for caregivers. Evaluations and screenings occur for various inpatient
neuropsychological referral reasons, including:
• Non-Traumatic Brain Injury (Stroke)
• Epilepsy
• Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)
• Functional neurologic evaluations
• Capacity evaluations
• Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH) pre/post intervention evaluations
• Hematology/oncology consults
• Brief cognitive testing
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Pediatric/Adolescent Outpatient
This three-month rotation focuses on the provision of pediatric and adolescent neuropsychological treatment
in an integrated ambulatory healthcare setting. The fellow will spend majority of their time conducting
outpatient neuropsychological assessments. Evaluations and testing occur for various neuropsychological
referral questions, including:
• Epilepsy pre/post surgical evaluations
• Neurodevelopmental disorders
• Functional neurologic evaluations
• Psychological evaluations
Pediatric/Adolescent Inpatient–Consultation Liaison–Rehabilitation

This three-month rotation focuses on the provision of pediatric and adolescent neuropsychological treatment
in a multidisciplinary acute medical setting. The fellow will spend majority of their time conducting post-injury
cognitive assessments, screenings, providing consultation liaison services in the hospital, as well as offering
psychoeducation and support groups. Group treatment modalities serve to increase awareness of adjustment
and cognitive issues, provide education around diagnosis/deficits, teaching compensatory cognitive and
coping techniques post-injury, and stress management for caregivers. Psychoeducation topics shared with staff
and family members of patients may include information on Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Spinal Cord Injury
(SCI), as well as neurological health and mental wellness. Evaluations and screenings occur for various inpatient
neuropsychological referral reasons, including:
• Pediatric hematology/oncology consults
• Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)
• Pre-surgical epilepsy evaluations
• Brief cognitive testing
• Co-treat with WCH rehabilitation
• Behavior management (TBI/ASD)
Across all rotations, fellows collaborate closely with their clinical supervisors and the multidisciplinary team.
This includes neuropsychologists, clinical psychologists, psychometricians, physicians, nurse practitioners,
mental health counselors, social workers, nurses, and administration.
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PGY2 Rotation Options

As noted, the program’s structure allows for specialization in pediatric, adult, geriatric, or lifespan
neuropsychology in year two of the fellowship. This approach serves to further strengthen the fellow’s
competencies and encourage them to become immersed in the diagnoses, treatment, and literature of
the chosen population. With this
foundation, fellows are positioned to
become experts in their specialty and
prepared for autonomous practice at the
completion of fellowship. Trainees are
required to select at least one specialty
area to focus on in PGY2. Rotations for
year two are assigned based on
this selection.
Requirements for Fellowship

Completion
Fellows and preceptors develop a
formal individualized training plan
(Supervision Goal Development Form)
outlining training objectives, goals, and
required activities. Evaluations of the
fellow’s progress in meeting rotation-
specific training objectives are provided
by primary supervisors at the end of
each quarter. Additional information on
evaluation practices may be found in the
forthcoming Evaluation of Competencies
section. It is expected that the fellow
become licensed within the first 15 months
of the fellowship to be qualified for board
certification and ensure eligibility for
employment upon graduation.
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Neuropsychological Competencies, Skills, and Knowledge

development of our trainees. To accomplish such outcomes, our program requires trainees to develop certain
competencies that prepare them for professional practice in clinical neuropsychology. Upon completion of the
training program, each fellow will be able to demonstrate advanced competency in the following nine generic
and specialized competency areas:
1. Professional Values, Attitudes, and Behaviors
2. Research Application (Scientific Knowledge, Methods, and Clinical Reasoning)
3. Communication and Interpersonal Skills
4. Individual and Cultural Diversity
5. Ethical and Legal Standards
6. Neuropsychological Assessment and Intervention
7. Specialized Neuropsychology Practice Competencies
8. Consultation and Interdisciplinary Skills
9. Supervision
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As indicated by The Houston Conference on Specialty Education and Training in Clinical Neuropsychology
(1998), particular attention will be given to competency development in:
Foundations for the study of brain-behavior relationships:
• Functional neuroanatomy
• Neurological and related disorders including their etiology, pathology, course and treatment
• Non-neurologic conditions affecting CNS functioning
• Neuroimaging and other neurodiagnostic techniques
• Neurochemistry of behavior (e.g., psychopharmacology)
• Neuropsychology of behavior
Foundations for the practice of clinical neuropsychology:
• Specialized neuropsychological assessment techniques
• Specialized neuropsychological intervention techniques
• Research design and analysis in neuropsychology
• Professional issues and ethics in neuropsychology
• Practical implications of neuropsychological conditions
quality expectations and patient needs. Areas of evaluation include either the nine domains of profession-wide
Service Psychology (2015) or the nine neuropsychological competency areas.
feedback following indirect or direct observation
provided the Summative Evaluation Guide at the beginning of the academic year.
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program administrator, trainee, primary supervisor(s). This quality performance assessment serves to provide
data for continual improvement and enhancement of the training program.

The two-year Neuropsychology Postdoctoral Fellowship is designed for individuals who have successfully
completed their internship, defended their dissertation, and earned a doctoral degree in clinical or
counseling psychology from an APA-accredited program (degree conferred prior to the start of training).
It is preferred that applicants be U.S. citizens who have completed an APA-accredited internship. We
encourage applications from those that have completed at least one practicum and/or internship year
focused on neuropsychology within an integrated hospital setting; however, relevant academic and clinical
experience will also be considered. Appropriate candidates for this fellowship have completed intensive
coursework in neuropsychology, psychopathology, clinical interviewing, and neuropsychological assessment.
Applicants’ writing skill level will be evaluated though a review of de-identified documentation (e.g., sample
neuropsychological evaluation reports) of their choice. Fellows must also demonstrate the capacity and
willingness to actively participate in intensive training and supervision. Furthermore, trainees will be required to
obtain additional Professional Liability (Malpractice) Insurance through the Trust (APA - Pre-Licensure Liability).
Fellows are not permitted to begin independent clinical work without verification of coverage.
• Successful completion of relevant coursework surveying neuropsychological assessment, ethics, diagnosis,

and neuropsychological treatment.
• Relevant professional experience in neuropsychology.
• Effective written/oral professional communication.
Additional information regarding start date, salary, and benefits may be found on our UPPD listing. Satisfactory
completion of year one of the neuropsychology postdoctoral fellowship meets postdoctoral supervised
practice requirements (2,000 hours) for licensure in the state of Florida. While our program is designed to
provide two years of postdoctoral training, advancement to the second year is contingent on successful
completion of first year requirements.
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Fellowship Application Process
bmcjax.com) to the Director of Education and Training within the first week of January, annually:

– Cover Letter including postdoctoral training goals and reasons for applying to this site
– Two letters of recommendation stating your eligibility/readiness for training
– Two integrated testing reports (e.g., redacted comprehensive neuropsychological assessment report with
case conceptualization and integrated findings, treatment recommendations)
*The electronic application for this Fellowship via Baptist Health’s website must also be completed to


– Completion of a sample case conceptualization
addressing diagnostic impressions and
treatment recommendations (directions
provided within initial interview scheduling
email; conceptualization submitted via email
prior to interview date)
Interviews are tentatively scheduled to occur in
late January through early February, annually. In
addition to a review of various application materials
and interview screenings, trainee placement at
Baptist Health is contingent on the results of
background and employee health screenings.
Offers made to postdoctoral applicants after

interviews are considered binding until 10 am EST
on the APPIC Common Hold Date (CHD). If an
applicant does not communicate their acceptance or
declination by that time, the program can rescind the
offer via email.
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Post-Master’s Internship
The Post-Master’s Internship is designed for candidates that already hold a Master’s Degree in a relevant field
of study (i.e., Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy) and are a registered intern
under the Florida Board. Appropriate candidates for this two-year internship have completed coursework in
risk assessment, clinical interviewing, and counseling.
Reference Schedule – Registered Intern (Rmhci/Rcswi/Rmfti)
Selected RMHCIs commit to a two-year experience consisting of a minimum of 1,500 hours face-to-face
contact. Training aligns closely with the academic calendar:
• Minimum of 40 hours each week to fulfill supervised hours requirements.
• Approximately 50% of time spent in direct contact (minimum of 1,500 hours, total).
• 1 hour of individual supervision every two weeks under the supervision of a Board approved qualified
supervisor.
• At least 100 hours of supervision (obtained in no less than 100 weeks).
• Group supervision and didactic seminar virtually (or on-site) every Wednesday.
SAMPLE REGISTERED INTERN 2-YEAR SCHEDULE (8:30 am – 4:30 pm)

TWO Rotation Interval Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
C/L Rotation
SEP – DEC C/L Rotation C/L Rotation Admin; Didactics; C/L Rotation C/L Rotation
Group Supervision
YEAR 1
IP Rotation
IP Rotation IP Rotation IP Rotation IP Rotation
JAN – APR ADULT ADULT
Admin; Didactics;
ADULT ADULT
Group Supervision
IP Rotation
IP Rotation IP Rotation IP Rotation IP Rotation
MAY – AUG PEDS PEDS
Admin; Didactics;
PEDS PEDS
Group Supervision
OP/BRIDGE OP/BRIDGE OP Rotation OP/BRIDGE OP/BRIDGE

SEP – DEC Rotation Rotation Admin; Didactics; Rotation Rotation
PEDS PEDS Group Supervision PEDS PEDS
YEAR 2
OP/BRIDGE OP/BRIDGE OP Rotation OP/BRIDGE OP/BRIDGE

JAN – APR Rotation Rotation Admin; Didactics; Rotation Rotation
ADULT ADULT Group Supervision ADULT ADULT
TBD Rotation
MAY – AUG TBD Rotation TBD Rotation Admin; Didactics; TBD Rotation TBD Rotation
Group Supervision
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quality expectations and patient needs. Areas of evaluation include the nine domains of profession-wide
Service Psychology (2015) competency areas.

The Post-Master’s Internship is designed for candidates that already hold a Master’s Degree in a relevant field
of study (Mental Health Counseling/Social Work/Marriage and Family Therapy) and are a registered intern
under the Florida Board. It is preferred that applicants have completed practica and pre-graduate internships
in a healthcare setting; however, relevant professional experience will also be considered. Appropriate
candidates for this two-year internship have completed coursework in risk assessment, clinical interviewing,
and counseling. Trainees’ writing skill level will be evaluated though a review of de-identified documentation
(e.g., progress notes or treatment plans) of their choice. Trainees must also demonstrate the capacity and
willingness to actively participate in intensive training and supervision.
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Post-Master’s (Registered Intern) Application Process
bmcjax.com) to the Director of Education and Training within the fourth week of March, annually:

– Cover Letter including training goals and reasons for applying to this site
– One letter of recommendation stating your eligibility/readiness for training
– One writing sample of choice (e.g., redacted comprehensive psychological assessment report with case
conceptualization and integrated findings, progress note, treatment plan)
*The electronic application for this internship via Baptist Health’s website must also be completed to


Interviews are tentatively scheduled to occur in late March through early April, annually. In addition to
a review of various application materials and interview screenings, trainee placement at Baptist Health is
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Doctoral Advanced Practicum

The Doctoral Advanced Practicum is designed for graduate psychology trainees who have completed two
years of coursework in their current doctoral program or already hold a Master’s Degree in a relevant field of
study. It is preferred that applicants have completed at least one practicum year prior to applying; however,
relevant professional experience will also be considered. Appropriate candidates for this practicum placement
have completed coursework in psychopathology, clinical interviewing, and psychological assessment.
Reference Schedule – Doctoral Practicum
Selected pre-doctoral trainees commit to a yearlong placement consisting of a minimum of two full semesters.
Training aligns with the academic calendar:
• Commences with Fall semester (tentative start date late August/early September, annually).
• Concludes at the end of Spring semester (late April)
• Minimum of 20 hours each week to fulfill degree requirements.
• Start and end times of training are decided by the assigned primary preceptor.
SAMPLE PRE-GRAD (DOCTORAL) 1-YEAR SCHEDULE (8:30 am – 4:30 pm)

C/L Rotation
SEMESTER 1
TRAINEE 1 C/L Rotation C/L Rotation Admin; Didactics;

Group Supervision
IP Rotation
IP Rotation IP Rotation
TRAINEE 2 Admin; Didactics;
ADULT ADULT
Group Supervision
IP Rotation
SEMESTER 2
TRAINEE 1 ADULT ADULT
Admin; Didactics;
Group Supervision
IP Rotation
PEDS PEDS
Group Supervision
Evalution of Competencies
address specific training needs that may arise and encourage the trainee’s overall professional growth. 42
Trainees are evaluated throughout each semester rotation to ensure their performance levels match Baptist
Health quality expectations and patient needs. Areas of evaluation include the nine domains of profession-
wide competencies as outlined by the American Psychological Association Standards of Accreditation for
Health Service Psychology (2015) competency areas.
at the end of each semester. This is a benchmark rating for overall progress and serves as an opportunity to

The Doctoral Advanced Practicum is designed for graduate psychology trainees who have completed two
years of coursework in their current doctoral program or already hold a Master’s Degree in a relevant field of
study. It is preferred that applicants have completed at least one practicum year prior to applying; however,
relevant professional experience will also be considered. Appropriate candidates for this practicum placement
have completed coursework in psychopathology, clinical interviewing, and psychological assessment. Trainees’
writing skill level will be evaluated though a review of de-identified documentation (e.g., sample integrative
assessment reports, progress notes, or treatment plans) of their choice. Trainees must also demonstrate the
capacity and willingness to actively participate in intensive training and supervision. Furthermore, trainees will
be required to obtain additional Professional Liability (Malpractice) Insurance through the Trust (The Trust -
Trainee Liability). Trainees are not permitted to begin the practicum year without verification of coverage.
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Doctoral Practicum
The following application materials are to be sent electronically via email (BehavioralHealthEducation@bmcjax.
com) to the Director of Education and Training within the third week of March, annually:

– One writing sample of choice (e.g., redacted progress note, treatment plan)


Interviews are tentatively scheduled to occur in late March through early April, annually. In addition to
Of note, pre-doctoral students will also complete the Baptist Health Graduate Medical Education (GME)
application electronically. GME requires all trainees to be processed through myClinicalExchange (mCE).
Trainees will receive an email detailing the instructions for sending a rotation request via mCE and creating
an account. GME cannot start processing trainees until this request is approved by mCE. Of note, there is an
annual fee for the use of myClinicalExchange. When you are cleared to start your scheduled rotation, you will
be notified (typically the week before) of your approval by GME. This approval communication will contain all
your check-in and orientation information that pertains to the training program.
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Pre-Master’s Internship
The Pre-Master’s Internship is designed for graduate trainees who have completed one year of coursework in
their current program and already hold a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field of study. Appropriate candidates
for this internship placement have completed coursework in human development, ethics, as well as individual
and group counseling skills. Trainees must demonstrate the capacity and willingness to actively participate in
intensive training and supervision.
Reference Schedule – Pre-Master’s Internship
Selected Pre-Master’s trainees commit to a yearlong placement consisting of a minimum of two full semesters.
Training aligns with the academic calendar:
• Commences with Fall semester (tentative start date late August/early September, annually).
• Concludes at the end of summer semester (late July/August)
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SAMPLE PRE-GRAD (MASTER’S) 1-YEAR SCHEDULE (8:30 am – 4:30 pm)

C/L Rotation
SEMESTER 1
TRAINEE 1 C/L Rotation C/L Rotation Admin; Didactics;

Group Supervision
IP Rotation
ADULT ADULT
Group Supervision
IP Rotation
SEMESTER 2
Admin; Didactics;
Group Supervision
IP Rotation
PEDS PEDS
Group Supervision
IP Rotation
SEMESTER 3
TRAINEE 1 PEDS PEDS
Admin; Didactics;
Group Supervision
C/L Rotation
TRAINEE 2 Admin; Didactics; C/L Rotation C/L Rotation
Group Supervision
Trainees are evaluated throughout each semester rotation to ensure their performance levels match Baptist
Health quality expectations and patient needs. Areas of evaluation include the nine domains of profession-
wide competencies as outlined by the American Psychological Association Standards of Accreditation for
Health Service Psychology (2015) competency areas.
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at the end of each semester. This is a benchmark rating for overall progress and serves as an opportunity to

The Pre-Master’s Internship is designed for graduate trainees who have completed one year of coursework
in their current program and already hold a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field of study. Appropriate
candidates for this practicum/Pre-Master’s Internship placement have completed coursework in human
development, ethics, as well as individual and group counseling skills. Trainees must demonstrate the capacity
and willingness to actively participate in intensive training and supervision. Trainees will be required to obtain
additional Professional Liability (Malpractice) Insurance through their university, the American Counseling
Association (ACA), National Association of Social Workers (NASW), or the Healthcare Providers Service
Organization (HPSO). Trainees are not permitted to begin the training year without verification of coverage.
Pre-Master’s Internship
The following application materials are to be sent electronically via email (BehavioralHealthEducation@bmcjax.
com) to the Director of Education and Training within the third week of March, annually:

– One writing sample of choice (e.g., redacted progress note, treatment plan)
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Interviews are tentatively scheduled to occur in mid-to-late April, annually. In addition to a review of various
application materials and interview screenings, trainee placement at Baptist Health is contingent on the results
of background and employee health screenings.
Of note, pre-master’s students will also complete the Baptist Health Graduate Medical Education (GME)
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Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN Fellowship

The Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN Fellowship program is a two-year advanced-training experience. Our
goal is to deliver a scholarly, intensive, empirically based, patient-centric curriculum to APRN fellows focused
on continuity of care, excellence in evidence-based treatment, and interprofessional collaboration. The
program is designed to build upon foundational knowledge and skills gained in PMHNP graduate programs.
This program prepares nurse practitioners for professional leadership, education, and utilization of research
into clinical practice. The training model is developmental in nature, with consideration given to the varying
levels of skill and experience among fellows. The applied training methods also seek to be in accordance
with Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice 2014 Edition (APNA andISPN);
Population-Focused Nurse Practitioner Competencies: Psychiatric-Mental Health, (National Organization of
Nurse Practitioner Faculties, 2013); ANCC Specialty Board Requirements; and The Florida Nurse Practice Act,
Chapter 464, Florida Statutes.
Fellows train in a variety of behavioral health settings, use multiple therapeutic interventions, and
conceptualize cases from different theoretical orientations. Fellows receive didactic and supervised training
in case conceptualization skills, clinical interviewing, diagnostic assessment, and medication management.
Training complexity in each area is based on developmental level. Fellows function as members of the
interdisciplinary team, attending and contributing to relevant meetings as scheduling allows. Fellows are
encouraged to integrate their prior academic coursework and professional experiences into their clinical
training at Baptist Health to strengthen their overall learning outcomes.
Over the course of two years, approximately 20% of the curriculum is focused on clinical scholarship including
interprofessional seminars, Psychiatry Grand Rounds, NP seminars, Journal Review, and fellows’ Capstone
project, whereas 80% of time is spent in Clinical Rotations. A Capstone Project is also presented at the end of
the two-year fellowship. The purpose of the Capstone Project is to identify an area of need for practice change
and an opportunity for the fellow to translate research into practice.
APRN Tracks and Rotations
• Adult/Peds/Adolescent Inpatient Units
• Adult/Peds/Adolescent Consult Liaison Service
• Emergency Department
• Telehealth
• Outpatient/Bridge
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Reference Schedule – APRN Fellowship
Selected fellows commit to a two-year postgraduate experience consisting of a minimum of approximately

4,000 hours.
• Commences in October or April, annually.
• Minimum of 40 hours each week to fulfill supervised hours requirements; eventually included in call
schedule rotation.
• Group supervision and didactic seminar occur virtually (or on-site) weekly.
SAMPLE APRN FALL COHORT 2-YEAR SCHEDULE (8:30 am – 4:30 pm)

Rotation Wednesday
PGY Quarter Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday
Interval EDUCATION DAY
1 Adult
Adult Adult Adult Consult; Adult Consult;
OCT – MAR and
Consult Consult Didactics Consult Group
2
YEAR 1
Supervision
3 Adult
Adult Adult Adult Inpatient; Adult Inpatient;
APR – SEP and
Inpatient Inpatient Didactics Inpatient Group
4 Supervision
Addiction
Addiction
Addiction Addiction Addiction Service;
OCT – DEC 1 Service Service
Service;
Service Group
Didactics
Supervision
MMH,
MMH, MMH, MMH, Trauma, MMH, Trauma,
JAN – MAR 2 Trauma, Trauma, PHP/IOP; Trauma, PHP/IOP;
PHP/IOP PHP/IOP Didactics PHP/IOP Group
YEAR 2
Supervision
Wolfson
Wolfson
Wolfson Wolfson Wolfson Consult;
APR – JUN 3 Consult Consult
Consult;
Consult Group
Didactics
Supervision
Adult Bridge
Adult Adult Adult Bridge Adult
Program;
JUL – SEP 4 Bridge Bridge Program; Bridge
Group
Program Program Didactics Program
Supervision
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APRN Competencies, Skills, and Knowledge
development of our students. To accomplish such outcomes, our program requires trainees to develop
certain competencies that prepare them for professional practice as identified in Population-Focused Nurse
Practitioner Competencies: Psychiatric-Mental Health, (National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties,
2013). The Baptist Health APRN Fellowship Program emphasizes and evaluates the following nine Competency
Areas:
1. Scientific Foundation
2. Leadership
3. Quality
4. Practice Inquiry
5. Technology and Information Literacy
6. Policy
7. Health Delivery System
8. Ethics
9. Independent Practice
Scientific Foundation Competencies – Critically analyzes data and evidence for improving advanced
nursing practice. Integrates knowledge from the humanities and sciences within the context of nursing
science. Translates research and other forms of knowledge to improve practice processes and outcomes.
Develops new practice approaches based on the integration of research, theory, and practice knowledge.
Leadership Competencies – Assumes complex and advanced leadership roles to initiate and guide
change. Provides leadership to foster collaboration with multiple stakeholders (e.g., patients, community,
integrated health care teams, and policy makers) to improve health care. Demonstrates leadership that
uses critical and reflective thinking. Advocates for improved access, quality, and cost-effective health care.
Advances practice through the development and implementation of innovations incorporating principles
of change. Communicates practice knowledge effectively both orally and in writing. Participates in
professional organizations and activities that influence advanced practice nursing and/or health outcomes
of a population focus.
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Quality Competencies – Uses best available evidence to continuously improve quality of clinical
practice. Evaluates the relationships among access, cost, quality, and safety and their influence on health
care. Evaluates how organizational structure, care processes, financing, marketing, and policy decisions
impact the quality of health care. Applies skills in peer review to promote a culture of excellence.
Anticipates variations in practice and is proactive in implementing interventions to ensure quality.
Practice Inquiry Competencies – Provides leadership in the translation of new knowledge into practice.
Generates knowledge from clinical practice to improve practice and patient outcomes. Applies clinical
investigative skills to improve health outcomes. Leads practice inquiry, individually or in partnership with
others. Disseminates evidence from inquiry to diverse audiences using multiple modalities. Analyze
clinical guidelines for individualized application into practice.
Technology and Information Literacy Competencies – Integrates appropriate technologies for

knowledge management to improve health care. Translates technical and scientific health information
appropriate for various users’ needs. Assesses the patient’s and caregiver’s educational needs to provide
effective, personalized health care. Coaches the patient and caregiver for positive behavioral change.
Demonstrates information literacy skills in complex decision making. Contributes to the design of clinical
information systems that promote safe, quality and cost-effective care. Uses technology systems that
capture data on variables for the evaluation of nursing care.
Policy Competencies – Demonstrates an understanding of the interdependence of policy and practice.

Advocates for ethical policies that promote access, equity, quality, and cost. Analyzes ethical, legal, and
social factors influencing policy development. Contributes to the development of health policy. Analyzes
the implications of health policy across disciplines. Evaluates the impact of globalization on health care
policy development.
Health Delivery System Competencies – Applies knowledge of organizational practices and complex
systems to improve health care delivery. Effects health care change using broad based skills including
negotiating, consensus-building, and partnering. Minimizes risk to patients and providers at the
individual and systems level. Facilitates the development of health care systems that address the needs
of culturally diverse populations, providers, and other stakeholders. Evaluates the impact of health
care delivery on patients, providers, other stakeholders, and the environment. Analyzes organizational
structure, functions, and resources to improve the delivery of care. Collaborates in planning for transitions
across the continuum of care.
Ethics Competencies – Integrates ethical principles in decision making. Evaluates the ethical
consequences of decisions. Applies ethically sound solutions to complex issues related to individuals,
populations and systems of care
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Independent Practice Competencies – Functions as a licensed independent practitioner. Demonstrates

the highest level of accountability for professional practice. Practices independently managing previously
diagnosed and undiagnosed patients. Provides the full spectrum of health care services to include
health promotion, disease prevention, health protection, anticipatory guidance, counseling, disease
management, palliative, and end of life care. Uses advanced health assessment skills to differentiate
between normal, variations of normal and abnormal findings. Employs screening and diagnostic
strategies in the development of diagnoses. Prescribes medications within scope of practice. Manages
the health/illness status of patients and families over time. Provides patient-centered care recognizing
cultural diversity and the patient or designee as a full partner in decision-making. Works to establish a
relationship with the patient characterized by mutual respect, empathy, and collaboration. Creates a
climate of patient-centered care to include confidentiality, privacy, comfort, emotional support, mutual
trust, and respect. Incorporates the patient’s cultural and spiritual preferences, values, and beliefs into
health care. Preserves the patient’s control over decision making by negotiating a mutually acceptable
plan of care.
Programmatic Evaluations – APRN Fellowship

APRN fellows are evaluated throughout each semester rotation to ensure their performance levels match
Baptist Health quality expectations and patient needs. Areas of evaluation include the nine domains of
profession-wide competencies as outlined by Population-Focused Nurse Practitioner Competencies:
Psychiatric-Mental Health, (National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties, 2013).
feedback following indirect or direct observation.
Summative evaluations are the formal and measurable assessments of fellow competencies, which occur
at the end of each quarter. This is a benchmark rating for overall progress and serves as an opportunity to
relationship between a competency area and the fellows’ observable behavior. The training program conducts
regular programmatic evaluations to inform annual quality performance assessments. Fellows are asked for
feedback regarding their experience throughout the academic year, during regular supervision and summative
reviews of competency. At each formal evaluation period, fellows complete summative evaluations of their
primary clinical supervisors, supplemental rotations, and the overarching training program. Preceptors will
review summative evaluations with fellows. This quality performance assessment serves to provide data for
continual improvement and enhancement of the training program.
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The APRN Fellowship is designed for individuals who hold a Master’s degree or Doctorate, are licensed in
Florida, nationally board certified through the ANCC, and credential as a nurse practitioner with a specialty in
Psychiatric-Mental Health. It is preferred that applicants have completed at least one training year in a hospital
or acute psychiatric treatment setting; however, relevant professional experience will also be considered.
Appropriate candidates for this fellowship have completed intensive coursework in psychopathology,
medication management, clinical interviewing, and psychological assessment. Fellows must also demonstrate
the capacity and willingness to actively participate in intensive training and supervision.
Licensing and Credentialing
In addition to a review of various application materials and interview screenings, the fellow’s placement at
Baptist Health is contingent on the results of background and employee health screenings, as well as degree,
licensing, and credentialing requirements:
• Graduation within the past 12 months
• Proof of an active Florida APRN License by:
– July 1 for the Fall cohort
– January 1 for the Spring cohort
• ANCC Certification (PMHNP)
• DEA License
• Successful completion of relevant coursework surveying ethics, diagnosis, pharmacology, and intervention
• Relevant professional experience or clinical interest in health psychology
• Effective written/oral professional communication
NOTE: If the prospective APRN fellow has not demonstrated proof of completion for any of the above
requirements by the respective cohort deadlines outlined above (see APRN Fellowship Application Process
and timelines within the forthcoming section), the fellow’s application will be deferred to the next available
cycle.
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APRN Fellowship Application Process
The following application materials are to be provided electronically via email to Dr. McNeely, Dr. Varallo Sims,
and Khadija Reville via email (BehavioralHealthEducation@bmcjax.com) before the fourth week in April (Fall
Cohort) or October (Spring Cohort), annually:
– Official Graduate transcript

– Three (3) letters of recommendation: (one must be from faculty member or graduate program); in a
sealed envelope or directly from the reference via email.
– Envelopes or emailed directly from the individual writing the letter.
– Personal Statement (Maximum: two (2) pages):
n What personal, professional, educational, and clinical experiences have led you to choose nursing as a
profession, and the role of a mental health nurse practitioner as a specialty practice?
n What are your aspirations for a Fellowship program?
n Please comment upon your vision and planning for your short and long-term career development.
*The electronic application for this Fellowship via Baptist Health’s website must also be completed to make your
submission complete (additional details to be provided).
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Programmatic Timelines:
Fall Cohort 2022

• Applications accepted: April
• Interviews Conducted: May
• Decisions sent: June
• Deadline to Pass Board Examination: June
• Deadline to Obtain FL APRN License: July 1st
• Fellowship Begins: October
Spring Cohort 2023

• Applications accepted: October
• Interviews Conducted: November
• Decisions sent: December
• Deadline to Pass Board Examination: December
• Deadline to Obtain FL APRN License: January 1st
• Fellowship Begins: April


Interviews are tentatively scheduled to occur mid-to-late May and November, annually. In addition to
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Training
The training program accepts Registered Nurses enrolled in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
(PMHNP) programs for visiting student-learning opportunities throughout the academic year. Students may be
placed in various rotations to satisfy select coursework and program requirements (i.e., Psychopharmacology,
Psychotherapy Across the Lifespan for Individuals, Families, and Groups, and Advanced Role Practicum).
Training is offered in the Fall and Spring, and if chosen as a “resident student,” both semesters will be
completed with Baptist Behavioral Health. Summer placements are not provided. PMHNP candidates are
encouraged to apply in April of each year to be included in the May interviews. Inquiries and applications are
encouraged from all qualified individuals. Suitable applicants must be in good academic standing at their
university. Candidates are not permitted to contact preceptors directly for placements. Students must be
cleared for training by their program prior to applying.
Reference Schedule – Pre-Graduate (PMHNP)
Selected pre-Master’s resident student trainees commit to a yearlong placement consisting of a minimum of
two full semesters. Training aligns with the academic calendar:
• Commences with Fall semester (tentative start date early September, annually).
• Concludes at the end of Spring semester (late April, early May)
• Group supervision and didactic seminar occur virtually (or on-site) every week.
SAMPLE PMHNP PRE-GRAD 1-YEAR SCHEDULE (8:30 am – 4:30 pm)

Interval Trainee Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
IP Rotation
ADULT ADULT
Group Supervision
IP Rotation
SEMESTER 1
Admin; Didactics;
Group Supervision
IP Rotation
PEDS PEDS
Group Supervision
IP Rotation
TRAINEE 4 PEDS PEDS
Admin; Didactics;
Group Supervision
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IP Rotation
PEDS PEDS
Group Supervision
SEMESTER 2
IP Rotation
TRAINEE 2 PEDS PEDS
Admin; Didactics;
Group Supervision
IP Rotation
ADULT ADULT
Group Supervision
IP Rotation
Admin; Didactics;
Group Supervision

The training program accepts Registered Nurses enrolled in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
(PMHNP) programs for visiting student-learning opportunities throughout the academic year. Suitable
applicants must be in good academic standing at their university and cleared for training by their program
prior to applying. Of note, candidates are not permitted to contact preceptors directly for placements. Training
is offered in the Fall and Spring, and if chosen as a “resident student,” both semesters will be completed with
Baptist Behavioral Health. Summer placements are not provided. Inquiries and applications are encouraged
from all qualified individuals.
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PMHNP Application Process
Candidates are encouraged to apply in April of each year to be included in the May interviews. The following
PMHNP student application materials are to be sent electronically to Dr. McNeely, Dr. Varallo Sims, and Khadija
Reville via email (BehavioralHealthEducation@bmcjax.com) before the fourth week in April, annually:

Inquiries and applications are encouraged from all qualified individuals. Suitable applicants must be in good
academic standing at their university. Students must be cleared for training by their program’s Director of
Clinical Training prior to applying.
Interview Process And Candidate Selection


Interviews are tentatively scheduled to occur mid-to-late May, annually. In addition to a review of various
application materials and interview screenings, trainee placement at Baptist Health is contingent on the results
of background and employee health screenings.
Of note, pre-master’s students will also complete the Baptist Health Graduate Medical Education (GME)
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Training Program Faculty

The program faculty is composed of: the Vice President or Behavioral Health, the Director of Education
and Training, the Director of Outpatient Operations, the System Director of Inpatient Operations, Medical
Directors, APRN Service Line Chief, the Associate Directors of Outpatient Operations (Administrative and
Clinical), psychologists, counselors, social workers, APRNs, psychiatrists, psychiatric nurses, and additional
licensed faculty involved in the direct individual supervision of the trainees during each academic year. All
Baptist Behavioral Health staff may be involved in direct teaching or supervision of interns.
Behavioral Health Administration

The Behavioral Health Education Program is directed by a dynamic leadership team. Each member provides
programmatic insight and ensures a high standard of training. The program is continuously improved through
various evaluation and development activities. Behavioral health administrative faculty and clinical supervisors
maintain ongoing contact to provide guidance as needed.
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Terrie Andrews, PhD (Vice President - Behavioral Health, Director of Clinical Training) is
a licensed clinical psychologist with a distinguished background in business operations and
clinical development. Dr. Andrews received her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from Florida State
University in Tallahassee, Florida. She also earned her Master of Science (M.S.) in Psychology
and a Specialist in Psychology (Psy.S.) from Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale,
Florida. Dr. Andrews is fellowship-trained in the provision of psychological services within
trauma and acute care settings. She has worked at Baptist Health since 2013 in both clinical
and administrative capacities. Dr. Andrews has been instrumental in expanding consultative services at Wolfson
Children’s Hospital, in addition to providing psychological testing and psychotherapy to children and adults
across the region. In her current role as System Administrator of Baptist Behavioral Health, Dr. Andrews provides
direction and oversight in clinical, operational, financial, and strategic planning for Northeast Florida’s largest
healthcare system. Dr. Andrews’ dedication to improving mental healthcare in Jacksonville, FL is evident in
her consistent and collaborative approach to organizational leadership. Currently, Dr. Andrews’ professional
affiliations include Florida Psychological Association, the National Academy of Neuropsychology, and the
National Register of Health Service Psychologists.
Francesca Varallo Sims, PsyD (Director of Education and Training) graduated from Medaille
College in Buffalo, N.Y. with her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology. Dr. Varallo Sims has
trained in acute and outpatient neurorehabilitation settings that specialized in the provision
of psychological assessment. She completed her doctoral internship at Central New York
Psychiatric Center, which focused on Forensic Psychology in maximum-security correctional
settings. Dr. Varallo Sims completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Clinical Health Psychology at
UF Health Jacksonville, in affiliation with the University of Florida College of Medicine. There,
she provided consultation and liaison psychological services within a Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center.
Populations served included patients of all ages with traumatic brain injury, stroke, spinal cord injury, and other
critical illnesses. As the Director of Education and Training for Baptist Health and Wolfson Children’s Hospital, Dr.
Varallo Sims oversees programmatic and departmental operations of behavioral health education for providers
of all disciplines. In addition to her hospital administration role, Dr. Varallo Sims is a professor of psychology, on
adjunct faculty in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Florida State College of Jacksonville.
Kendra Wagner, M.A., ATR-BC, ATCS, LMHC (Director Baptist Behavioral Health,
Outpatient) is a board-certified Art Therapist as well as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor
with extensive clinical experience across multiple inpatient settings. Throughout her career,
Kendra has worked with various populations, age ranges, and mental health diagnoses. With
this comprehensive clinical background, she launched an administrative career in 2010 and
became an Associate Director of a 250-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital in New Jersey. Kendra
later transitioned into a director position at this facility in 2013. In 2015, Kendra joined Baptist
Behavioral Health in a clinical administration capacity. She became the Director of Baptist Behavioral Health
(Outpatient) in 2017, and since that time, advanced both the clinical and operational offerings of the department.
Specifically, Kendra has developed six distinct specialty service lines to address the unique treatment needs
of various behavioral health populations. Over the past three years, Kendra has successfully doubled the
department’s size, improving community access to mental healthcare. In addition, she has served as a mentor to
emerging leaders, clinicians, and administrative staff, all to facilitate their professional growth. Kendra’s skilled
direction of the outpatient department has resulted in significant advancements for staff and patients.
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Rhett Bennie, BSN, RN, MSHA (System Director Baptist Behavioral Health, Inpatient) is
a Registered Professional Nurse with a background in psychology and inpatient operations
management. Following his career in medical surgical units, home health, and acute
psychiatric settings, Rhett received an advanced degree from St. Francis University, in
Joliet, Illinois. There, he graduated with a Master of Science in Healthcare Administration.
Prior to joining Baptist Health, Rhett served as the Behavioral Health Program Director at
Memorial Health University Medical Center in Savannah, GA. Throughout his career, Rhett has
championed clinical quality and patient safety initiatives, performance improvement, customer and employee
satisfaction, in addition to facilitating the integration of behavioral health service lines in existing health
systems. His current direction of the Baptist Behavioral Health inpatient units has advanced the standard of
patient care and led to improved psychiatric outcomes across the region.
Savitha Puttaiah, MD (Medical Director of Baptist Behavioral Health). Dr. Puttaiah is

a board-certified psychiatrist and a fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. She
completed her residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD and a Fellowship
at Duke University. Dr. Puttaiah has a wide range of experience in various inpatient and
outpatient treatment settings, including as an attending hospital psychiatrist for the past
eight years. Dr. Puttaiah primarily focuses in inpatient psychiatry has a particular interest in
mood disorders. Her areas of expertise include: Mood disorders, Affective disorders, and
Hospital based psychiatry.
Michael De La Hunt, MD (Medical Director of Wolfson Children’s Hospital Psychiatric

Inpatient). Dr. De La Hunt attended medical school at the University of Minnesota and
completed his residency at Brown University. He is board-certified by the American Board
of Psychiatry and Neurology (Child and Adolescent Psychiatry) and the American Board of
Pediatrics (Pediatrics). At Baptist Health, Dr. De La Hunt primarily works as a hospital-based
psychiatrist and administrator within the inpatient pediatric unit.
Karen McNeely, DNP, ARNP-BC (Chief ARNP – Baptist Behavioral Health, Bridge
Program). Dr. McNeely is a board-certified adult psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner
who provides each patient with an opportunity to “tell their story” in a non-judgmental
and supportive environment. Dr. McNeely believes in meeting people where they are and
assisting them on their journey towards achieving physical, mental, and social well-being. Her
areas of expertise include: Depression, Anxiety-related disorders, ADHD, Mood disorders,
Medication management, Partial hospital program, and Tele-behavioral health.
Amanda Brown, BS (Associate Director of Outpatient Operations – Administrative)

graduated from Eastern Illinois University with her Bachelor’s degree in Biology. With this
foundation, she went on to explore the field of Zoological Sciences, and later, mental health
administrative operations. Amanda has worked in various administrative roles for Baptist
Behavioral Health since 2009. Throughout the past 11 years, Amanda’s supervision and
organizational guidance has been integral to the department’s growth and success within the
Jacksonville community. Her leadership of administrative staff is an essential factor in
maintaining efficient outpatient mental health operations and provision of quality healthcare.
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Carol Visconti, LMHC (Associate Director of Outpatient Operations – Clinical) graduated

from LaSalle University with a Master of Arts focused in Clinical-Counseling Psychology. Since
then, Carol has excelled within the mental health care industry across various roles. She joined
Baptist Behavioral Health in 2015 as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. In this position, her
areas of expertise included: Crisis Intervention, Clinical Supervision, Anger Management,
DBT, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). In her administrative career at Baptist
Health, Carol has worked as the Manager of Acute and Crisis services in the Behavioral Care
Management department. She is now serving as the Associate Director of Outpatient Operations (Clinical) and
has demonstrated strong leadership in mental healthcare services.
Kristi Keidel Seybolt, LMHC (Manager of Inpatient Social Services) graduated from the
Florida State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, and minors in Criminology
and Early Education. She continued her education at FSU to earn a Master of Science degree
in a dual track for Rehabilitation Services and Mental Health Counseling. She became
a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in 1997. Early in her career, she worked with at-risk
families, trainees and youth in various programs. Kristi provided clinical and respite services
in the home, juvenile detention centers, and in vocational and educational settings. As a
military spouse and with frequent relocations, she was able to attain clinical coordinator roles in county and
state agencies in Maryland, Virginia and Florida. Once settled back in Florida, she supported the foster care
system through parent education, community fundraising, and family preservation. Along her career, she
has contributed to her organizations in administrative positions. Kristi served as a Lower School Guidance
Counselor for six years before returning to management. In 2017, she joined Wolfson Children’s Hospital as the
Team Lead for the pediatric inpatient behavioral health unit, and the adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program
and Partial Hospitalization Program. Since, she has advanced to the Manager of Inpatient Social Services for
the Baptist behavioral health system. Kristi’s supervision and oversight now includes the adult behavioral health
unit. With expansion of pediatric inpatient services, her leadership has broadened to build her therapy team to
implement and facilitate clinical programming and care across the service line.
Linda Spadaro, LMHC (Manager of Baptist Crisis Management) is originally from Lexington
Kentucky but has been in the Jacksonville area for 30 years. She graduated with a Bachelor’s
degree in Psychology from Jacksonville University in 1993 and a Master’s in Counseling
Psychology degree from the University of North Florida in 2004. Linda did her clinical
internship at the Women’s Center of Jacksonville in 2005. Over the years, Linda has worked
with children in foster care, with juvenile justice involvement, and children and adolescents
with both mood and psychotic disorders in various levels of care. Linda has also worked
with adults in settings such as emergency rooms, inpatient, outpatient and incarcerated individuals with acute
mental health needs. Linda has a small private practice and is a qualified supervisor for LMHC registered
interns. Therapeutic orientation includes exploration of early attachments, Mindfulness training, and Narrative
therapy. Professional interests include trauma focused CBT, DBT, CISM. Personal interests include Hatha and
Nidra yoga, horseback riding, hiking and how stress impacts health outcomes.
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Clinical Training Faculty

A variety of theoretical orientations and clinical interests are represented within the clinical training faculty,
which is comprised of licensed psychologists and neuropsychologists, in addition to licensed Master’s-
level clinicians, APRNs and Psychiatrists. Faculty work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, providing
inpatient and outpatient treatment, psychological assessment, as well as rehabilitative and consultative-liaison
services.
Outpatient Psychology And Bridge Program
Andrew King, PhD is a licensed psychologist with more than 20 years of experience
with adults, including serving as a director of college counseling services. He believes in
encouraging and empowering his patients to make the necessary changes for a fulfilling life
without increased distress or loss. His areas of expertise include: Depression, Men’s issues,
Collegiate issues, Grief counseling, Marital/couple’s issues, Abuse and neglect issues, Anxiety
and panic disorders, and Post-traumatic stress disorders.
Stefanie Paliatsos, PhD is a fellowship-trained licensed psychologist with extensive

experience working with a variety of medical populations. Dr. Schwartz utilizes a variety
of approaches when treating patients, including cognitive-behavioral therapy. She has a
research background, having published articles and book chapters and presented at national
conferences. Her areas of expertise include: Bariatric surgery evaluations, eating disorders
and behavioral weight management, Women’s health, Health psychology, Caregiver stress
and burnout, Infertility, Depression, Anxiety and stress management, and Oncology.
Alyssa Chen, PsyD is a clinical psychologist who spent six years serving in various inpatient
and outpatient settings as an active-duty psychologist in the United States Navy. Her areas
of expertise include fitness for duty and personnel evaluations, military mental health, health
psychology, and integration of behavioral health in primary care.
Katie Mahon, PhD is a licensed psychologist that trained as both a clinician as well as a
researcher. Dr. Mahon has published numerous academic papers and her knowledge of the
brain informs her clinical work allowing her to view psychological distress and functioning
from both a neural as well as a person-centered framework. Her areas of expertise include:
Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar
Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Adjustment Difficulties.
Sarah Robinson, PhD is a licensed psychologist and a board-certified behavior analyst with
more than 30 years of experience treating behavior disorders. Dr. Robinson’s primary focus
is working with people of all ages who have autism spectrum disorders or developmental
disabilities. Her areas of expertise include: Parent training, Applied Behavior Analysis, Autism
Spectrum Disorders, Childhood behavior disorders, Childhood anxiety disorders, in addition
to Intellectual and Developmental disabilities.
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Kristen Galloway, PhD is a licensed psychologist that has been practicing for a decade and
believes that therapy is a balance of accepting things you cannot change and changing the
things you can. Dr. Galloway relies heavily on her background in dialectical behavior therapy
(DBT) and value-based therapy. Her areas of expertise include: DBT, Anxiety, Depression,
Family conflict, Value-based therapy, Impulsive behavior, and Behavior management.
Nicole Winter, PsyD is a licensed clinical psychologist with a diverse background in clinical
health/medical psychology. Her experience includes working at a Level I trauma center, a VA
medical center and a university counseling clinic and medical school. Dr. Winter’s philosophy
of care is holistic in that she strives to get to know a patient as a whole, integrated person,
rather than just treating their presenting complaint and symptoms. Her areas of expertise
include: Geriatrics, Aging and Older Adult Behavioral Health, Health/Medical Psychology and
Chronic Pain, Grief/Loss, and Adjustment Issues and Phase of Life Problems.
George Royal, PhD is a licensed psychologist, trained in clinical and health psychology. He
is currently the Chief of Psychology at Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville and president
of the Northeast Florida Chapter of the Florida Psychological Association. His areas of
interest include: Medical Issues and Fears, Health Promotion and Cancer Survivorship, Self-
Esteem Issues, End of, Life Issues and Grief Counseling, Pain, Fatigue, Appetite, and Sleep
Problems, Adjustment to, Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment, Depression, Anxiety and Stress
Management, in addition to Family, Children and Marital Issues.
Lauren Tressler, PhD is a licensed psychologist who delivers a wide variety of therapeutic
techniques, taking a personalized approach and working closely with each client to develop
an individualized treatment plan. An advocate of wellness, she focuses her practice on
helping clients adjust and thrive through life transitions and difficult times. Dr. Tressler’s areas
of specialty include: Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Personality Disorders, Trauma and
resilience, Anxiety and stress management, in addition to Depression and adjustment issues.
Amy Johnston, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 22 years of experience in
mental health. Amy provides goal-oriented, solution-focused counseling. Amy has experience
working with individuals, families, couples, adolescents and group therapy for those
struggling with a variety of issues that impact daily living. Her areas of expertise include:
Domestic violence, Child abuse, Military life, Anger control, Behavioral problems, Grief/
terminal illness, PTSD, and Women’s issues.
Tyrenia O. Cross, PhD, LMHC, CST is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Clinical
Sexologist. Dr. Ty has worked with various populations including children, adults, families, and
couples. Professional areas of expertise include trauma, family crisis, relationship conflicts,
domestic violence, chemical dependence, sex-related issues, and mood disorders, including
depression and anxiety.
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Dorie Hanson, LMHC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a certified crisis prevention
instructor with a history of serving children, adults and couples in both individual and
group therapy settings. She is involved in various mental health organizations aimed at
collaboration, improvement, and advocating for patients struggling with mental health
concerns. Her areas of expertise include: Grief, Anxiety, Trauma, Depression, LGBTQ
advocacy, Domestic violence, Stress management, and Major life transitions.
Dylan Cummings, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for working with
adolescents and families. He has a background in cognitive behavioral therapy with training in
DBT and solution-focused therapy. Dylan’s treatment philosophy is strengths-based, believing
that individuals have the potential within themselves to grow and make positive change. He
strives to build trust and create an individualized and comprehensive approach with clients.
Dylan has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in individual, group, and family
therapy across outpatient, hospital, and school-based settings. His areas of expertise include:
Depression, Anxiety, Family issues, School related stress, Trauma, and Adolescent adjustment difficulties.
Samantha Rowan, LCSW (Bridge Therapist, Intensive Outpatient - Pediatric) is a Licensed

Clinical Social Worker that received her Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Florida
and a Master’s in Social Work from Florida State University. Samantha enjoys working with
children, adolescents, and adults through all walks of life. She has provided services in many
areas of social work including foster care and geriatric settings. Samantha believes therapy
is a wonderful way to learn helpful tools to cope with emotional struggles. She feels that the
therapist-client relationship is an essential factor in the success of therapy. Samantha utilizes
an eclectic and holistic approach with patients and strives to create a safe, judgement-free, and collaborative
therapy environment.
Aubrey Brown, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked within the Baptist
Health System for 14 years. She started her career in 2008, working in the adult inpatient
behavioral health department and has since worked with adolescents in both the inpatient
and outpatient setting, as well as on the medical social work team. Her areas of expertise
include: Mood and Adjustment Disorders, Crisis Stabilization and administrative clinical
support.
Emily Durik, LMHC, is Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She enjoys group therapy,
individual therapy, and couples counseling. She is both comfortable and effective working
with a broad assortment of patients, from those seeking enrichment and wellness to those in
significant emotional distress.
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Neuropsychology
Karen Sandbach, PhD is a clinical psychologist specializing in lifespan neuropsychology.

She is a well-rounded clinician with a wealth of experience working with pediatric, adult, and
senior populations. Her areas of expertise include: Neuropsychology, Stroke, Traumatic brain
injury, ADHD, Autism, Neurodegenerative disease, and Neurodevelopmental disorders.
Christopher Rackley, PsyD is a board-certified pediatric neuropsychologist. Dr. Rackley has

been working with children and adolescents for more than 20 years, first as a clinical social
worker and later as a fellowship-trained pediatric neuropsychologist, specializing in the field
of Pediatric Brain Injury. He has experience in both inpatient and outpatient rehab settings.
His areas of expertise are: Neuropsychological assessment, Pediatric neuropsychology,
Traumatic brain injury, Cognitive rehabilitation, Rehabilitation psychology, and Pediatric
psychology.
Rebecca Penna, PhD is a clinical neuropsychologist who works with patients across the
lifespan and uses a developmental approach to understand her patients and help them and
their families navigate life’s transitions. Dr. Penna specializes in epilepsy, traumatic brain
injury, and other neurological diseases, as well as neurodevelopmental conditions, such as
autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities. Her areas of expertise include: Autism assessment,
psychological assessment, and Neuropsychological assessment.
Karina Jeifez, PhD is a clinical neuropsychologist that graduated with her degree in 2004.
Nearly all of her pre- and post-doctoral experience was focused on pediatric neuropsychology
and clinical psychology. In addition to her professional achievements and work within these
specialties, Dr. Jeifez also provides psychological services in Spanish. Throughout her career,
Dr. Jeifez has worked extensively with patients speaking other languages. Dr. Jeifez’s areas
of special interest include: Neuropsychological Assessment, Autism Spectrum Disorders,
Learning Disabilities (ADD/ADHD), Early Childhood and Developmental Concerns, Mood and
Anxiety Disorders, Disruptive Behaviors, and Social Skills.
Adeline León, PhD is a bilingual clinical neuropsychologist specializing in the evaluation

of adults referred for dementia, stroke, epilepsy, brain injury, and complex medical
conditions. Dr. León uses her experience in cognitive rehabilitation to develop individualized
recommendations, emphasizing cognitive strategies to improve quality of life for patients and
their families. Her areas of expertise include: ADHD, Epilepsy, Neuropsychological testing,
Bilingual/Spanish evaluations, Dementia/Alzheimer’s disease, Cross-cultural neuropsychology,
in addition to Stroke and traumatic brain injury.
Joseph Sesta, PhD. MP. is fellowship trained and triple board certified in Adult and Pediatric
Neuropsychology, Medical Psychology, with added qualifications in the subspecialty of
forensic neuropsychology. With over 30 years of clinical practice, he holds a postdoctoral
degree in Clinical Psychopharmacology and is a licensed Medical Psychologist (M.P.) in
Louisiana where he specializes in pharmacotherapy for complex mood and anxiety disorders.
His areas of expertise include: Adult Neuropsychology, Pediatric Neuropsychology, Medical
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Hospital-Based And Inpatient Psychology/Counseling
Sara Bertoch, PhD is a clinical psychologist who has spent the past nine years working to
strengthen her expertise in the psychological management of various health-related needs,
including traumatic spinal cord and brain injuries, stroke, chronic pain, and other neurological
disorders. Her areas of expertise include: Rehabilitation psychology, Health Psychology,
Medical consultation/liaison, and Maternal mental health.
Maria Anastasiades, PsyD is a fellowship-trained, clinical health psychologist and a member

of the Society for Health Psychology who provides psychosocial treatment for chronic health
conditions. Dr. Anastasiades specializes in hospital-based care and has experience working as
a part of multidisciplinary healthcare team. Her areas of expertise include: Life-threatening/
terminal illness Behavioral pain management, Coping with physical health issues, Stress, and
Presurgical evaluations.
Mary “Meg” Crotty, PsyD is a clinical health psychologist who has worked with a number of
populations in her training years including childhood trauma, chronic pain and substance use
disorders. She has focused this last year on strengthening her expertise working with various
health-related needs, neurological disorders, stroke, and maternal mental health. Her areas of
interest include: Health Psychology, medical consultation/liaison, and working with families in
the NICU.
Michelle K. Leon, LMHC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who practices from a
person-centered therapeutic foundation with a focus on Positive Psychology. Michelle assists
her clients in finding purpose and meaning in life while improving one’s overall satisfaction
and well-being. She utilizes evidenced based interventions specific and individualized to the
needs of each client. Her areas of expertise include PTSD, moral injury, sexual trauma, eating
disorders, substance use disorders, serving the LGBTQI+ population, and gender identity.
Michelle is trained in EMDR, is a Certified Transgender Care Therapist, and is currently
working on her certification in eating disorders and PhD in Clinical Sexology.
Pamela Eccles-Wakefield, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that received her
Master’s in Social Work from Florida State University. Pamela leads a team of behavioral
health clinicians on the inpatient adult psychiatric unit. She provides psychosocial assessment
and evaluation, discharge planning, and participates on interdisciplinary treatment team.
Pamela is also central to the unit’s group facilitation and education, individual and group
counseling. Specialty populations treated include: vulnerable adults without housing, adults
with dual diagnosis, Chemical Dependency and/or severe mental illness.
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Psychiatry
Marek Hirsch, MD (ED Service Line Chief, Adult Psychiatry). Dr. Hirsch attended the
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He is fellowship-trained in Electroconvulsive
Therapy. Additionally, Dr. Hirsch is board certified in psychiatry by the American Board of
Psychiatry and Neurology. He is a dedicated physician who uses a multi-disciplinary team
approach to treating patients with a wide range of psychiatric disorders. His areas of expertise
include: Men’s Mental Health, inpatient psychiatry, and ECT.
Jonathan Browning, MD, is a member of the American Psychiatric Association and the
Florida Psychiatric Society who takes a patient-centered, goal-oriented approach towards
treatment. Dr. Browning enjoys developing therapeutic relationships with his patients and
building a supportive atmosphere to strengthen their sense of well-being. His areas of
expertise include: Depressive disorders, Anxiety disorders, Bipolar disorders, Obsessive
compulsive disorder, ADHD, Schizophrenia and psychosis, and PTSD.
Blazen Draguljic, MD is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist for Baptist Health (Hospital-
Based). Dr. Draguljic is boarded by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (Psychiatry)
and the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (Child and Adolescent Psychiatry).
Joshua Proemsey, MD is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist for Baptist Health (Hospital-
Based).
Andrew Rucker, DO is a Psychiatrist for Baptist Health (Hospital-Based).
Tina D’Alessandro, PhD, is a board-certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner and a

former clinical professor with nearly 40 years of diverse nursing experience. Dr. D’Alessandro
is passionate about caring for children’s mental health needs and improving access to mental
health services. Her areas of expertise include: Child-adolescent psychiatry, Depression
and anxiety disorders, Mood disorders, Psychotic disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity
disorder, including inattentive type, hyperactive and impulsive type and combined type,
adjustment disorders, and Grief and trauma.
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Jessica Gregory, MSN, APRN, is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with more
than five years of behavioral health experience, both on the inpatient and outpatient level.
A former psychiatric charge nurse, she specializes in treating patients with severe symptoms
who need to be seen immediately. Her areas of expertise include: Anxiety and depression,
Substance abuse and addiction, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Peripartum maternal anxiety and
depression (PMAD), and PTSD.
Danielle Ruben, APRN is a Jacksonville Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Hospital-

Based) for Baptist Health.
Alice Trice, APRN is a Jacksonville Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) for
Baptist Health.
Richelle Ricer, APRN is a Jacksonville Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based)

for Baptist Health.
Goals And Expectations of Faculty

The goal of our faculty is to provide foundational clinical knowledge to increase trainees’ development, and
thereby, produce competent, ethical health service psychologists and master’s-level clinicians. The Baptist
Health psychology staff is committed to guiding trainees toward skill mastery and supporting their autonomy.
This is accomplished by continuously assessing trainee needs, level of experience/skill, and areas for growth.
Staff consistently afford trainees various opportunities for learning that are matched to their developmental
level and clinical interests. Across all the rotations, there is a strong emphasis on working effectively with
diverse populations. To increase appreciation and acceptance of multiculturalism, staff promote a training
environment that values diversity, inclusion, and individual differences.
Faculty aim to produce well-trained trainees that go on to secure quality practica, internships, and have
professional success in the field of psychology. Their achievement reflects the hospital and training programs’
values of providing exceptional healthcare and education. Psychological staff seek to increase trainees’
professionalism and familiarity with clinical work in an integrated healthcare setting. This involves working as
part of a multidisciplinary treatment team and collaborating with staff to provide comprehensive psychological
care. Overall, faculty strives to:
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– Increase trainees’ knowledge of a wide range of psychopathology and levels of acuity

– Enhance conceptualization and psychodiagnostic skills through exposure to DSM-5 criteria, a variety of
assessments, and treatment interventions
– Increase development of therapeutic skills using multiple theoretical perspectives
– Promote trainee membership as an active participant in the interdisciplinary treatment team; encourage
formation of collaborative professional relationships to facilitate consultation
– Provide training that incorporates various implications and applications of the ethical principles of
psychologists and counselors, as articulated through the Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of
Conduct (APA, 2016) and the 2014 ACA Code of Ethics.
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Hospital Policy and Procedure Compliance

Baptist Health policies and procedures support the organization’s mission to provide quality health care
services in a safe atmosphere that fosters respect and compassion. This is accomplished through respecting
patient rights and acknowledging personal responsibility in upholding an exceptional standard of care. All
Baptist Health policies and procedures apply to trainees. Such procedural documentation is provided during
trainee onboarding and included in the Training Manual.
Patient Rights
Ethics (Code of Conduct)
Baptist Health maintains a respectful, safe, and ethical environment for patients to receive healthcare by
endorsing Medical Ethics. The four basic concepts of Medical Ethics are:
– Benefcence: Healthcare providers have a duty to: Do good, Act in the best interest of patients, Act in the
best interest of society.
– Non-maleficence: Healthcare providers have a duty to: Do no harm to patients, Do no harm to society.
– Respect for patient autonomy: Healthcare providers have a duty to protect the patient’s ability to make
informed decisions about his or her own medical care.
– Justice: Healthcare providers have a duty to be fair to the community. Providers have a duty to promote
the fair distribution of healthcare resources.
Baptist Health respects the patient’s:
– Cultural and personal values, beliefs, and preferences

– Right to privacy
– Right to effective communication
– Right to pain management You should put your respect
for patient’s rights into action by:
– Treating each patient in a respectful manner that
supports his or her dignity
– Involving each patient in his or her care, treatment, and
services
– Accommodating religious or other spiritual services
– Treating patients with common courtesy
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Diversity and Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS)
Cultural competence means providing care in a way that considers each patient’s values, beliefs and practices.
Culturally competent care promotes health and healing. Baptist Health values the preservation of dignity,
respect for persons and their individual autonomy. The training program also recognizes the importance of
fostering sensitivity to, and appreciation of, cultural and individual diversity; and thus, offers specific didactics
to assist trainees in effectively practicing in multicultural and pluralistic environments.
Respect, Safety and Non-Discrimination: All patients have the right to fair and equal delivery of healthcare
services. This is true regardless of:
– Race – Gender
– Ethnicity – Gender identity
– National origin – Marital status
– Religion – Personal appearance
– Political affiliation – Mental or physical disability
– Level of education – Sexual orientation
– Place of residence or business – Genetic information
– Age – Source of payment
Trainee Rights and Responsibilities

Trainees have the right to a coherent and organized description of the psychology training process and
relevant standards that are employed to measure their clinical performance. Trainees also have the right
to obtain regular and constructive feedback from their supervisors regarding their progress toward goal
attainment and clinical effectiveness. Moreover, trainees have the right to work alongside clinical supervisors
that respect and adhere to the rules/regulations governed by the State of Florida Board of Psychology, APA
Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct (2016), and the 2014 ACA Code of Ethics. Across the
training year, trainees have the right to a professional and respectful learning environment that is free from
discrimination/bias, all forms of harassment/abuse, inadequate supervision, and any exploitative tasks.
The Baptist Health training program is designed to be supportive of trainees’ needs. Trainees have the right
to communicate any concerns, questions, or suggestions regarding their clinical experience. If trainees have
concerns related to a rights violation, they are expected to notify the Director of Education and Training
promptly. In unprecedented circumstances, the program acknowledges the potential for interpersonal conflict
among trainees and clinical staff, or that trainees may not meet training expectations. If such situations occur,
trainees are granted grievance/due process rights and responsibilities outlined in the Training Manual. The
Director of Education and Training is available to assist with any concerns related to program design, training
curriculum, and/or trainee rights.
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Ensuring Effective Communication with Patients

It is the policy of Baptist Health to ensure effective communication between staff and patients by complying
with all applicable laws and regulations relating to the provision of services to patients with a limited
proficiency of the English language and patients with disabilities who require the use of auxiliary aids to
accommodate special communication needs.
Management of Disruptive Behavior: Patient or Visitor

Baptist Health is committed to providing a safe, therapeutic environment for patients, their families, visitors,
physicians, volunteers, and team members. Baptist Health is a zero-tolerance zone for: abusive language,
disruptive outbursts, harassment, threats, violence, or weapons. Anyone who exhibits any of these behaviors
or has a weapon will be removed from the hospital by Security/Protective Services. If you observe someone
exhibiting any of these behaviors or harboring a weapon, notify Security, Protective Services or ask a team
member to do so immediately.
Key Updates to Baptist Health HIPAA Privacy Policies and Procedures

It is the policy of Baptist Health to train all members of its workforce who have access to protected health
information (PHI) on its privacy policies and procedures. Baptist Health will comply fully with all HIPAA
requirements and all members of the Workforce are expected to comply with Baptist Health’s privacy policies
and procedures.
Dress Code
Baptist Health issued name badge must be always worn. This badge must be worn on the upper torso clipped
to the clothes or on a lanyard, not clipped at the lower torso. All personnel are expected to be neat, clean and
well-groomed at all times and present a professional/business appearance.
Direct and Indirect Hours

Trainees are responsible for maintaining a log of activities and clinical hours using existing software or manual
methods (e.g., Time2Track, Tevera, and Microsoft Excel). This documentation is reviewed by clinical preceptors
and signed during supervision meetings. It is strongly recommended that trainees and supervisors keep
personal copies of all logs and supportive documentation (i.e., weekly schedules) to ensure university or state
licensing requirements are satisfied. Clinical hours are divided into the below domains:
Direct Contact Hours (approximately 50% of time spent in direct contact):

• Providing face-to-face therapeutic interventions in individual, group, and family therapy (virtual or in-
person)
• Engaging in co-therapy with their site supervisor or other BBH clinician (i.e., having an active role in
the session)
• Conducting clinical intake interviews with patients
• Providing crisis intervention services
• Administering psychological assessments
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Indirect Contact Hours:

• Attending and participating in clinic/unit team meetings
• Shadowing ancillary staff or preceptor without direct or active involvement in the session
• Participating in individual supervision and group supervision
• Completing EHR documentation (intake evaluations, diagnostic/assessment reports, progress notes,
case conceptualizations, treatment plans, discharge summaries)
• Attending weekly didactics and monthly Grand Rounds
• Attending professional workshops, conferences, trainings, etc.
• Assessment scoring
• Case presentation and consultation
• Conducting research
• Peer supervision
Primary Responsibilities of Trainees:

– Observe clinical and ancillary staff conducting their daily responsibilities. As part of this process, trainees
become familiar with the behavioral health administration, staff, clinical operations, and multidisciplinary
duties in an integrated healthcare setting.
– Actively participate in weekly individual and group supervision. This includes advanced planning for
supervision meetings, such as prior review of cases and assigned literature, preparation of questions/
concerns to discuss, provision of work samples (e.g., intervention/treatment recommendations to present
for discussion, supporting literature, clinical documentation/test data), as well as overall engagement in
supervision discussions.
– Participate in a weekly didactic seminar that surveys psychological theory and clinical applications. Topics
include a range of evidence-based practices and specialty areas of psychology.
– Provide psychological services for patients experiencing a range of clinical symptoms (NB: readiness to
provide such services independently is based on a continual assessment of the trainee’s developmental
level).
– With proper training and supervision, trainees:
n Provide psychological interventions during individual and/or group therapy
n Perform scoring/interpretation of various psychological assessments
n Coordinate additional psychological services of patients, including: facilitating consultations with the
psychiatry, making referrals to appropriate specialty providers and BBH staff to recommend additional
community resources/agencies.
– Maintain appropriate and current documentation of all clinical records in EMR, according to Baptist Health
protocols and expectations.
– Trainees may, as appropriate and according to expressed interests, can:
n Become familiar with and observe multidisciplinary mental health services in varied settings.
n Attend in-service training or other professional development experiences as scheduling permits.
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Contact Information
All correspondence regarding Behavioral Health Education and Training at Baptist Health and Wolfson
Children’s Hospital should be addressed to:
Francesca Varallo Sims, PsyD

Director of Education and Training
Behavioral Health Administration
Baptist Health | Wolfson Children’s Hospital
841 Prudential Drive, Suite 1350
Jacksonville, Florida 32207
904.202-4949 office | 904.391.0167 fax
Francesca.VaralloSims@bmcjax.com
BehavioralHealthEducation@bmcjax.com
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Behavioral Health

Education and Training

Introduction: Baptist Health..................................................................... 1

Baptist Behavioral Health (BBH)............................................................... 3

Behavioral Health Education and Training............................................. 12

Clinical Health Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship.............................. 23

Neuropsychology Postdoctoral Fellowship............................................ 30

Doctoral Advanced Practicum................................................................ 42

Psychiatric/Mental Health APRN Fellowship.......................................... 49

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Training............ 57

Training Program Faculty ...................................................................... 60

Behavioral Health Administration.......................................................... 60

Clinical Training Faculty.......................................................................... 64

Hospital Policy and Procedure Compliance............................................ 72

Introduction: Baptist Health

Baptist Health: Mission and Core Values (CARES)

Joint Commission and Community

Baptist Behavioral Health (BBH)

Bldg. A, Ste. 118 Howard Bldg., Ste. 510

6 AgeWell Center for Health 13 Baptist South

9 Baptist Health Bridge Pro- 16 Neptune Beach 21 Wolfson Children’s Bridge

• Mood Disorders (Depression, Bipolar Disorder) • Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)

Treatment Modalities and Evaluations

• Neurodegenerative Disease (Alzheimer’s Disease, Vascular Dementia)

• Academic Accommodations for ADHD and Learning Disorders

Employee Assistance Programs

• Work and employment problems • Stress-reduction

• Depression • Time management

• Emotional distress • Life adjustment issues: death, divorce, etc.

• Family or marital crisis • Behavioral problems

Collaborative Care Model (CoCM)

Baptist adopted this evidence-based model for the following reasons:

• Gain a team of multidisciplinary physicians working collaboratively to optimize wellness.

• Attend low cost and time effective appointments.

• Helps normalize mental health services in primary care settings

Adult Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit

Child and Adolescent Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit

Day Stay Programs

Adult Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs

Child and Adolescent Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs

Acute Crisis Management

Emergency Center Evaluations

When someone arrives at a Baptist Health or Wolfson

Baptist Crisis Management

The Behavioral Care Management Department (BCM) is

The Bridge Program

Specialty Service Lines

Baptist Health provides psychological and psychiatric care

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Program

Treatment Resistant Depression (TRD) Clinic

Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center – Hematology and Oncology

Our psychologists at Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center provide

Bariatric and Eating Disorders

Maternal Mental Health (MMH)

Behavioral Sleep Medicine Program

Behavioral Health Education and Training

• Clinical Health Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship (page 23)

• Neuropsychology Postdoctoral Fellowship (page 30)

• Post-Master’s Internship (page 39)

• Mood Disorders (Depression, Bipolar Disorder) • Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)

• Neurodegenerative Disease (Alzheimer’s Disease, Vascular Dementia)

• Academic Accommodations for ADHD and Learning Disorders

• Work and employment problems • Stress-reduction

• Depression • Time management

• Emotional distress • Life adjustment issues: death, divorce, etc.

• Family or marital crisis • Behavioral problems