Supporting Early Career Professionals

Whether you're a graduate student, intern, resident, associate, supervisor, or newly licensed clinician, Give an Hour offers opportunities to build skills, connect with peers, and make a meaningful impact through trauma-informed mental health service. We believe the next generation of providers deserves support, community, and real-world experience as they grow in their careers.

Peer Support & Professional Connection
Connect with Others Who Understand the Work

Early career mental health professionals often navigate complex clinical experiences, professional development challenges, and the emotional demands of helping others. Our monthly Peer Connection group provides a dedicated space to learn, reflect, and connect with colleagues facing similar experiences.

What You’ll Gain:

  • A supportive community of fellow early career providers
  • Opportunities to process the emotional impact of clinical work
  • Peer learning and shared problem-solving
  • Exposure to trauma-informed perspectives and resources
  • Professional connection and networking opportunities

Peer Connection Meetings

  • Fourth Friday of every month
  • 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET
  • Virtual participation available

Ready to Join?
Register Now for an upcoming session and connect with providers who understand the challenges and rewards of mental health work.

University & Clinical Training Partnerships
Expanding Access While Training the Next Generation of Providers

Give an Hour partners with universities and clinical training programs to create supervised, real-world mental health experiences that benefit students, institutions, and communities. Through our structured referral pipeline, training, and support systems, graduate students gain hands-on experience while helping expand access to care.

Benefits for Students

  • Real-world client experience
  • Exposure to trauma-informed, community-based care
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Connection to a national mental health network
  • Monthly peer support and community engagement
  • Introduction to pro bono and service-oriented care models

Benefits for Universities & Supervisors

  • Structured referral and support system
  • Alignment with supervision and training requirements
  • Centralized communication and reporting
  • Scalable participation across multiple clinicians or students
  • Clear expectations and onboarding support

Benefits for Communities

  • Increased access to mental health services
  • Faster pathways to care
  • Support for individuals and communities impacted by trauma

Interested in Bringing This Model to Your Program?

Let’s explore how Give an Hour can partner with your university, clinic, or training program to support students while expanding access to mental health care.

Email: AShah@giveanhour.org or ProviderRelations@giveanhour.org