100% virtual placement all over Ontario
Now Accepting applications for
*January 2026*
Please send in your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
Culture at Mind Mechanic Therapy
Diverse Clientele
You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse clientele, each presenting a wide range of concerns.
100% virtual practice
Virtual practice offers the flexibility to work from anywhere while expanding our reach across Ontario. Virtually, we can connect with clients from a wider geographical area, ensuring greater accessibility to those in need.
Flexible Schedule
We understand that most of our interns are balancing school, internship, and work. With that in mind, we offer flexible scheduling, allowing you to set hours that best fit your availability.
Learning opportunities
While we do not have an internal supervisor, we will connect you with an external supervisor. We offer ongoing training, case consultations, and financial support for supervision to ensure you have the resources needed to grow and develop in your role.
Marketing Support
Mind Mechanic will utilize its platform to market interns, helping to build their professional presence. We provide students with a Psychology Today profile, a valuable marketing tool.
Future Career Opportunities
Upon completing the internship, eligible students will have the opportunity to join the team as independent contractors.
200+ Direct Client hours
With our marketing support, you’ll have a seamless and stress-free experience completing 200+ direct client hours at Mind Mechanic.
Multiple Modalities
We recognize that each therapist has a unique style, and certain modalities may align better with their approach. At Mind Mechanic, interns have the flexibility to practice the evidence-based modalities that best suit their preferences and therapeutic style.
FAQs
Benefits of virtual therapy?
Virtual therapy not only allows for the clinician the flexibility to work from any where but also the clients to attend sessions from a comfortable space. Virtual therapy also opens the horizons further, making therapy accessible to not only the clients in your area but all over Ontario. This allows for more efficient and guaranteed client aquisition. This makes it easier for interns to attain clients to meet their 200+ client hours.
Does virtual therapy work? Can I complete my hours offering virtual practice?
Yes! The clinic director of Mind Mechanic completed her 200+ direct client hours offering virtual practice.
What software are we using for therapy?
Mind Mechanic uses Jane app to provide virtual counselling sessions to the clients. Jane software is PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act) compliant. Each intern will have access to their own Jane page provided by Mind Mechanic Therapy. All consent forms, intake forms as well as assessments can be sent via Jane to the clients.
Will I get free 6 months of Psychology Today as an intern?
Yes, the clinic will be making a profile for every intern with Psychology Today. When the intern is ready to create their own Psychology Today page, we will provide 6 months of free Psychology Today membership code.
How does marketing work at Mind Mechanic Therapy?
Marketing at Mind Mechanic Therapy will be done through social media platform as well as Psychology Today. I will be running ads for our affordable therapy program. Interns will be the part of our affordable therapy program.
What is the supervision situation?
We do not have an internal supervisor, but we will connect interns with external supervisors. Interns are also free to work with a supervisor of their choice. At Mind Mechanic Therapy, we believe that supervision should not be a financial burden for our interns. To support this, we will subsidize the supervision fee.
What do I do if I run into administrative issues at Mind Mechanic Therapy?
The Clinic Director, Yumna Baqai, is very accessible and approachable for anytime the interns run into any administrative issues.
What modalities can I offer while completing my internship?
At Mind Mechanic, we believe that one size does not fit all. Every individual is bringing their own set of knowledge, skills and personality traits which helps determine the modality that works the best for their vision of their own practice. While we offer flexibility, interns are expected to follow evidence-based modalities to continue the quality of service that Mind Mechanic Therapy promises it’s clients. Interns are expected to practice within their area of expertise and receive regular supervision for growth.
Do I pick my own niche?
Yes, we will discuss the niche the intern wants to cover during the interview session as well as during the onboarding process. Clients will be assigned to interns based on their niche and areas of expertise.
What are some benefits of completing my internship at Mind Mechanic Therapy?
- Solid marketing structure: interns will not have to worry about marketing for themselves.
- Flexibility of hours, locations and modality
- Financial support for supervision
- Free Psychology Today page for 6 months
- Case consultations, team meetings and opportunity for further trainings at the clinic.
- Plenty of opportunity to acquire direct and indirect client hours.
- Carefully picked team to ensure the credibility and quality of the service promised to the clients. This is very important for the rapport between the clinic, clinician and the client.
- Approachable clinic director! Ask Yumna any questions and she will be more than happy to support you.
About the Clinic Director
Hi, my name is Yumna Baqai!
Before formally stepping into counselling, my background was rooted in addictions and mental health work. I have over seven years of experience in the mental health field, working with diverse populations, including women, individuals experiencing homelessness, and those navigating substance use and other addictions. I have also spent years volunteering with the Distress Centre of GTA, providing support on general and suicide crisis lines.
Areas of Focus: I specialize in working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Autism + ADHD (AuDHD). Additionally, I support clients dealing with trauma and PTSD, abuse, anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, and Highly Sensitive Personalities (HSP). My experience also extends to working with individuals facing addictions, substance use concerns, violence, suicidal ideations (both active and passive), and self-harm.
Education & Training: I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Toronto, followed by a Post-Graduate Certificate in Addictions and Mental Health from Durham College. I then completed my Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) at Yorkville University, where I successfully completed my practicum fully virtually.
My Approach to Mental Health & Therapy: I believe that there is no single “right” way to help an individual in therapy—each person has unique needs, and therapy should reflect that. My approach is integrative and tailored, drawing from multiple therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Psychoanalytic approaches, Schema Therapy, and Experiential Therapies. My practice is trauma-informed and culturally sensitive , ensuring that each client receives support that respects their personal experiences, background, and goals. I started Mind Mechanic Therapy to provide clients from diverse backgrounds a safe space where they are treated with a tailored treatment from a location they choose based on their comfort level. As a therapy client myself, I always preferred picking my location because it just made it easier for me opening up about sensitive issues. This was something I struggled to do so in an in-person setting.
Stuff I enjoy: Reading, writing, listening to music, watching movies, spending time with my husband, spending time with my family, playing with my cats and cleaning (I find that so relaxing). I enjoy going on vacations to places where there is an seaside beach where I am not afraid of getting drenched. I am currently contemplating learning horse back riding and guitar, may be in future piano as well. I have recently gotten into building lego, never knew this was something I’ll get so into.
My goal for my interns: I aim to make the journey stress-free and supportive. I remember being an intern myself not too long ago and found that having a helpful supervisor and clinic director can make internship an enjoyable and exploratory experience. My goal is to model myself after the supportive team I had worked with during my intership. I look forward to getting to know you all and supporting you on your journey as future interns!