Clinical Child Psychology Training Program
This two-year, APA-accredited Postdoctoral Fellowship in Clinical Child Psychology at the U-M Medical School Department of Psychiatry embraces a research mentorship model and is designed to foster advanced clinical skills and scholarly development, preparing fellows to excel as scientist-practitioners.
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How to Apply
Learn more about our application process and requirements, and submit an application for our APPIC Psychology Postdoctoral.
Program Highlights
- Individualized research mentorship, tailored to each fellow’s clinical and academic interests
- Core curriculum and comprehensive, evidence-based clinical training
- Specialty outpatient rotations including Trauma and Grief, Infant and Early Childhood, Parent Management Training, OCD and Anxiety, with an option for a short eating disorders rotation
- Robust support for professional development
Eligibility & Application
Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from an APA- or CPA-accredited program by August 2026. The fellowship begins on September 1, 2026.
Fellowship Tracks
We offer two distinct tracks to meet the varying interests and career goals of our fellows.
This track is tailored to those seeking advanced clinical practice experience alongside opportunities for research and professional growth. Fellows in this track dedicate approximately 80% of their time to clinical responsibilities and 20% to research and educational activities.
Designed for fellows interested in a balanced experience, this track offers 50% commitment to research and professional development and 50% to clinical training.
Research opportunities are available in:
- Perinatal, Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (Zero to Thrive)
- Youth Depression and Suicide Prevention (YDSP)
- Comprehensive Eating Disorders Program (CEDP)
- Child OCD and Anxiety Disorders Program (COAP)
Current Fellows
Meet our current trainees in Psychiatry. Postdoctoral Fellows experience a rich training environment, featuring seminars, invited lectures, and opportunities to engage with faculty across disciplines.
Our Community
Feel at home in Michigan. Explore what it’s like to live, learn and grow in Ann Arbor among a diverse and supportive network of leaders in psychiatry and mental health.
