Postdoctoral Fellowship in Clinical Psychology (Houston, TX)
Hybrid • Full Benefits (W-2) • Fully APA-Oriented • Career Path

Real Talk Clinical Psychology is a psychology clinic in Houston, Texas, dedicated to providing in-depth therapy. It's also a training clinic at its core. Alongside encouraging ongoing study and training for licensed psychologists, we train early-career psychologists through a structured postdoctoral fellowship in Clinical Psychology. 

 

We are proud to offer one of the most competitive and supportive fellowship programs in Texas. It is fully aligned with the American Psychological Association's (APA) standards, combining structured training with real-world clinical work.

 

Why Choose the Real Talk Fellowship?

 

• A program designed to match top academic institutions in excellence and training hours, fully APA-oriented

  • 2 weekly hours of supervision + 2 weekly hours of didactics series

  • Clinical hours capped at 25 clients per week, preserving time for reading, training, reflection, and self-care

  • 30 structured hours + 6 independent study hours, totaling 36 hours/week, or 1,750 training hours yearly.

• W2 position + remarkably comprehensive benefits package

• Beautiful office in a prime area of Houston

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​Salary and Benefits

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• Competitive pay for a 30-hour structured workweek + 6 independent study hours that count toward your licensure

• Supreme benefits value, stability, and security:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision (75% paid),

  • 401k with a 3% Match,

  • Paid EPPP exam fee,

  • 3 months of online EPPP prep course,

  • Malpractice Insurance,

  • 6 weeks of protected PTO (8 paid holidays + 20 business days for vacation, sick leave, personal time)

  • Clear path to an optional career at Real Talk as a fully licensed psychologist

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Rigorous and Specialized Training

 

We operate as a fully APA-oriented fellowship that meets all accreditation standards. You can find more details in our manual (download it here). Training emphasizes a humanistic orientation and integrates evidence-based practice. Didactics cover advanced topics in case conceptualization, ethics, risk management, documentation, and the business of private practice.

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​​Requirements & Responsibilities

 

• Completing a PhD or PsyD from an APA-accredited doctoral program and internship

• Providing 25 sessions/week, 

• Conducting in-person sessions in our Houston office at least 50% of the time (12 hours)

• Must be eligible for a provisional license in the state of Texas.

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Timeline

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Our next cohort is closed and will complete onboarding in September 2026. Even so, if you believe you’re a strong fit for our clinical approach or bring perspectives that expand who we are as a team, including a passion for humanistic approaches, work with diverse communities, or the ability to provide care in more than one language, we’re happy to talk. 

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The program follows the APPIC Postdoctoral Selection Standards and adheres to the APPIC Common Hold Date and related guidelines in effect for each training year.

 

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

 

Real Talk Clinical Psychology is a multilingual, multicultural practice serving diverse communities across Houston and beyond. Our team includes psychologists from many countries and backgrounds, and fellows gain hands-on experience providing culturally responsive therapy. We are committed to training clinicians who can serve diverse populations with humility and competence.

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​​Location

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Real Talk Clinical Psychology
7670 Woodway Dr., Suite 270
Houston, Texas 77063​​​

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How to Apply

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Send your CV, cover letter, and two reference letters to adriane@realtalkpsychology.com. 

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Public Disclosure

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Program Aims and Training Model: The Real Talk Postdoctoral Fellowship Program is a 12-month, full-time, APA-oriented training program designed to prepare early career psychologists for ethical, reflective, and independent practice. Training emphasizes intensive supervision, structured didactics, scholarly engagement, and clinical work grounded in humanistic and psychodynamic traditions, while integrating evidence-based practice.

Training Philosophy: The program prioritizes depth of clinical thinking, ethical complexity, cultural humility, and the development of professional identity. Fellows are supported in cultivating clinical independence while practicing under close supervision in accordance with Texas law.

Program Structure: 12 months, 1,750 training hours, 36 hours per week, up to 25 individual therapy clients per week, a minimum of 2 hours per week of supervision with licensed psychologists, and a weekly 2-hour seminar series.

Supervision and Evaluation: Supervision is provided by licensed psychologists and includes ongoing case review, ethical consultation, and direct observation. Fellows are evaluated using behaviorally anchored evaluations aligned with APA Profession-Wide Competencies.

Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must have completed a doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited program and an APA-accredited or APPIC-member internship, and must be eligible for postdoctoral supervised practice in Texas.

Recruitment and Selection: The program follows the APPIC Postdoctoral Selection Standards and adheres to the APPIC Common Hold Date and related guidelines in effect for each training year.

Stipend and Benefits: $60,000 + benefits, which include health insurance, paid time off, malpractice coverage, retirement matching, and EPPP support. Full details are provided in the Fellowship Agreement.

Due Process and Grievance Procedures: The program maintains written policies for evaluation, remediation, grievance, and due process, available in the Fellowship Program Handbook.

Accreditation Status: The Real Talk Postdoctoral Fellowship Program is APA-oriented and intends to apply for APA accreditation. The program is not currently accredited by the APA.

Contact Information:

Adriane Barroso, PhD, LP - Clinical and Training Director. adriane@realtalkpsychology.com

Tasneem Rodriguez, PsyD, LP - Clinical Preceptor. tasneem@realtalkpsychology.com

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