How to Crush the PsyD Interview: Tips from a Psychologist

I focus on:
- nonverbal tips to be mindful of during and before the interview
- ways to answer questions in effective ways
- the types of questions that you may be asked
- questions I was asked during my interview

[@aritheelitetherapist]

Thank you so much! This was really helpful!

[@kelzthom8053]

I’ve been looking for videos for a while. I have my interview tomorrow, hoping for the best.

[@aysekoklu5731]

how did it go?

[@drkristencasey]

Hope your interview went well!

[@ellssuzanne7224]

This was super helpful. I am interviewing for Ph.D. and PsyD programs, and I've noticed a significant amount of advice for Ph.D. and not as many resources for PsyD interviews. Thanks, Dr. Casey!

[@drkristencasey]

so glad to hear it was helpful ellie! good luck! let us know how your interviews go (if you feel comfortable sharing of course!)

[@tasteofhome2211]

I really appreciate you making this video. This helps many of us as we prepare for our interviews. I like how you said we don’t have to be perfect. Good point that effective eye contact helps depending on cultural background. The reminder to slow down with talking is helpful as well.

[@drkristencasey]

So happy it helped! It can be so nerve wracking and I was fortunate to have a mentor guide me through at the time!

[@tasteofhome2211]

@@drkristencasey thanks again for your video and comment! You have a big heart and are so encouraging!

[@kathyfigueroa3094]

This was great!!! Really appreciate this video. I apply to psyd this fall 2021 :)

[@drkristencasey]

Thank you and good luck! 👍🏽🍀

[@mansidubey6594]

Have you got into one? Would you tell about the process?

[@jessicastortz9138]

Awesomeness

[@Mindraft_]

Your videos help me a lot to take my first step , I want to say Thank you so much

[@drkristencasey]

So happy to help, thank you for sharing your thoughts here!!

[@chrystinawilliams4624]

Interview is in less than 10 hours....wish me luck! I feel slightly less anxious after viewing this video, so thank you!!

[@nikailyas1783]

How did it go

[@drkristencasey]

I just saw this!! How did it go? I know I am 5 months late here :)

[@MilkTeaASMR]

Thank you Dr. Kristen! I’m still on the fence about the Masters in mental health counseling vs. the Psy.D since cost and time are very big factors in deciding. Is there any way to get experience in the field as an undergrad student if you’re an online student?

[@drkristencasey]

hey milk tea! i know i'm a bit late here answering your comment - have you gained experience in the field yet? if not i can provide a few ideas :)

[@Dana-hi6kl]

@@drkristencaseycan you provide a few ideas for experience in the field please? I’m an undergrad currently exploring the Psy.D program

[@MsPocahontasbeauty]

When you interviewed, did you have any indication that you were going to get accepted into the program based on the dialogue you were having with your interviewer?

[@philjonesfootball4696]

Am only here to admire her glasses 🤓 🥰..

[@francinadcruz6943]

Hello! Your videos are very informative. I have applied to PsyD programs for Fall 2021. How do I connect with you if you don't mind? Thank you! :) P.s looking forward to more such videos

[@drkristencasey]

Hi there! Head to my website to schedule a time to chat. Drkristencasey.com

[@yves_evans]

Hi! Any tips since interviews are virtual this cycle? I'm about two weeks out.

[@drkristencasey]

Hey there! Same as in person but I’d take note of the virtual issues that may arise. I’d usually ask “is it okay to ask questions throughout or wait until the end?” And “if we get disconnected, is there a number I should call?”

[@amybarrios2886]

I'd love to know how many, if any, truly nontraditional students you had in your PsyD program (I'm in my early 40s) and am interested in the makeup of students. Thanks!

[@drkristencasey]

Hi! Great question. I’d say (from what I can remember) there were about 2 or 3. Our cohort had about 17 students. On internship there were a few more non-traditional students that I had the pleasure of working with, too. Hope this helps!

[@amybarrios2886]

@@drkristencasey Thanks!

[@srinjoychoudhuryandemirber3557]

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[@aishwaryasalian8235]

Hello, I-am a psychology student from India interested in getting a PsyD in Clinical Psychology. Could you please elaborate on what you mean by "population of interest"?

[@drkristencasey]

Hello! Thanks for your question. It’s basically the type of clients or work you’d like to do. Some people want to work with adults or teens or children. More specifically, they may want to work with adults with anxiety or teens with depression. They might want to provide evidence-based psychotherapy or only assessments (or both!)

[@psychologyandhealth6786]

Hey ,crasi im sorry I dk ur names spelling , yes I agree with ur tips and a lot help full 😊, I wanted to ask u that I'm a student doing my BA, in psychology , and my goal is to become a clinical psychologist , soo can I directly do psyd after my BA , ¿ should I do my Intern or anything , I'm confused . can u plz explain me ,thank u

[@drkristencasey]

Great question! In the U.S. - you can get a BA then a PSYD. Some people get a masters in between but sometimes that is not necessary

[@psychologyandhealth6786]

@@drkristencasey THANK U , CAN U GET IN TOUCH IF THERE ARE ANY ONLINE COUSES FROM UK , AS I LIVE IN INDIA

[@abhishekadhikari5129]

Hello mam I just completed my Masters in General Psychology and i am thinking of pursuing PSYD. As i have only 2 publication. Is it possible for me to pursue Psyd ? I m really confused .

[@drkristencasey]

Hi Abhisehek, thanks for commenting! In the United States, it depends on the school and the PsyD program. Some of them require publications, some of them do not. You'll have to check on their website specifically. Here are a list of APA-accredited programs in the US: www.accreditation.apa.org/accredited-programs

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