Our graduate interns are master’s-level counseling students completing their clinical training under the direct supervision of Aaron Potratz, LPC. They bring fresh training, dedicated focus, and significantly reduced session fees — making professional counseling more accessible.
Master’s-level counseling intern working under the direct supervision of Aaron Potratz, LPC. Accepting new clients at a reduced fee rate.
Master’s-level counseling intern working under the direct supervision of Aaron Potratz, LPC. Accepting new clients at a reduced fee rate.
All interns at Discover Counseling are enrolled in accredited master’s-level counseling programs and receive regular individual and group clinical supervision from Aaron Potratz, LPC — an Oregon Board-approved supervisor with more than 18 years of experience.
Intern sessions are offered at a significantly reduced rate, making professional counseling more accessible. Despite the reduced fee, you receive the same ethical, high-quality care that defines Discover Counseling. If you’re curious whether working with an intern is right for you, reach out and we’ll help you decide.
Research shows outcomes are more closely tied to the quality of the therapeutic relationship than to experience level. Our interns are closely supervised, trained in evidence-based approaches, and genuinely dedicated to their clients.
Interns receive regular individual and group supervision with Aaron Potratz, LPC — an Oregon Board-approved supervisor. This means a licensed, experienced clinician reviews their cases and ensures appropriate, ethical care throughout.
Most insurance plans do not cover sessions with unlicensed interns. Intern sessions are self-pay only, priced significantly below standard licensed therapist fees. Visit our fees page or contact us for current intern session rates.
We will provide as much advance notice as possible and help you transition to another therapist at Discover Counseling or elsewhere if you prefer. Continuity of care is important to us.
