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01-12-2007 | Original Paper

Implementing the Boulder Model of Training in a Psychology Training Clinic

Authors: Eric M. Sauer, Daniel M. Huber

Published in: Journal of Contemporary Psychotherapy | Issue 4/2007

Abstract

The scientist–practitioner (S–P) model of training has guided professional psychology in the United States for nearly six decades. However, since its inception, the model has been hotly debated and implementation of the model has been chronically problematic. One counseling psychologist who is working as both a faculty member and psychology training clinic director describes how scientific principles can be retained in a practice setting. He overviews the Boulder model of training, provides a brief review of the psychology training clinic (PTC), describes his current work setting and unique faculty appointment, and outlines five strategies for integrating science and practice in applied clinical settings. He also highlights how embracing the Boulder model has promoted a strong professional identity and presents the PTC as a model professional home for S–Ps.

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Title: Implementing the Boulder Model of Training in a Psychology Training Clinic
Authors: Eric M. Sauer
Daniel M. Huber
Publication date: 01-12-2007
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Journal of Contemporary Psychotherapy / Issue 4/2007
Print ISSN: 0022-0116
Electronic ISSN: 1573-3564
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10879-007-9057-x

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