PhD/PsyD APPIC Internship Interview Invitation Thread (2019)

[WisNeuro]

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Others were posting how many interviews they ended up with and how they felt about it (including ones who had many), thus I didn’t think it would come off that way.

No worries. Many people find this to be a stressful time, for a variety of reasons. Some people react negatively due to their own emotions. Don't let their negativity drag you down, that's on them, not on you. You are always welcome to post and ask/give advice on here. That's the purpose of this thread.

 

[psydstudent2020]

While I agree with you, I do think the other people have a point as well. This person, who has 14 interviews (which is insanely amazing) is placing a burden for support and reassurance about matching on quite a lot of people who have genuine reasons to be worried about the match. Your point about the “stressful time for all” is true, but that person wasn’t posting about how stressful this time is. They specifically posted about feeling like they won’t match with 14 interviews. That does come across as ignorant and insensitive.

Isn’t stress synonymous with being worried about matching? I promise you I am extremely stressed.


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[psyche27]

For those sites that have their notification date set for today, is it fair to expect them to still notify today or will the weekend interfere with that? I feel like I should be able to expect them to stick to their set date but I don't know how sites view working through the weekend.

As a TD it’s not unusual for me to work on the weekends when it comes to all things training related including this process. So, it wouldn’t be unexpected to get notifications from sites today that have this as their notification date. However, December 15 is the recommended date by APPIC and it’s possible some sites didn’t realize that was a Saturday. Tbh, my site is typically a 12/15 notification site and I can’t remember if I changed our APPIC directory to reflect the date we actually sent notifications this year or if I just made a mental note to send them before today.

 

[psydstudent2020]

Again, there’s a big difference between seeking support and insensitively seeking reassurance in the wrong places. Based on that person’s very frequent, reassurance-seeking posts on the 70+ pages of this forum, I think your thoughts are misguided at best. This forum is for information and encouragement. It’s not for 50+ people to act as the therapist for one person who is constantly seeking reassurance without considering sensitivity toward the audience.

Being actively involved on this forum makes me reassurance-seemingly? As I recall, a lot of people asked questions about what to wear, how to word emails, scheduling etiquette, etc. I thought this was a safe place to not worry about being competitive but supporting each other. Guess I was wrong.


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[barbatenussapientes]

To be fair, I almost posted a similar sentiment to WisNeuro last night. I think understanding the context of a situation is important but I also think it is important to understand that people will make mistakes. Early in this thread, I initially posted a worry I was having regarding a cluster of interviews. Because I tend towards neuroticism regarding my posts, I always re-read what I write. Upon re-reading, I deleted it. However, without re-reading, I very well could have left it there without a second thought. In a hectic process, I think it is understandable. It doesn't mean there can't be a gentle reminder that others may be struggling, and it certainly doesn't mean you can't feel put off by a comment. But, if we can't come together here to support one another, then is there a purpose to this thread? I'm of the internet age and I've spent (too) many hours on forums. It usually is a breeding ground of hostility hidden behind anonymity - I appreciate that this thread is the antithesis to that.

But, I also understand that this is a particularly stressful time as people are down-to-the-wire and are facing difficult situations. At least for me, when I am most liable to snap at someone or not handle things the way I would want, it is usually because of where I am. Regardless, try to show compassion for others and, importantly, yourself. This process sucks but I would hope that together we can make it suck a little less. And, when there's no avoiding the suckiness, I would also hope we can come here to support one another.

 

[psydstudent2020]

Sorry but humble-bragging about having 14 interviews does not make this a welcoming space for everyone. It just makes others feel bad.

I’m pretty damn proud of my 4 interviews and I trust in the process- I know I will be where I am meant to be. But hearing someone say “oh I have 14 interviews and I’m still scared of not matching” is such a slap in the face to those of us who do not have the privilege of being in that situation (which is the majority) of people on here. I agree everyone has a right to post here what they want, but sensitivity and empathy for others are two critical traits of a psychologist. We should all remember that when interacting on this forum.

As I stated previously, others were sharing the amount of interviews since they heard back from all their sites. If no one else had posted with 7+ interviews, I would never had said that.


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[psydstudent2020]

Not putting anyone down, but okay. I am not the only one who feels put down by the OP’s remarks. So what about us? And also, I don’t appreciate the backhanded comments. It’s commendable that you have such a commitment to stand up for people on this post. But also this isn’t the first time I’ve seen you argue with students on this site. Perhaps it’s you who needs to think about how much time you are spending on this site.

I wouldn’t consider how WisNeuro is talking as “arguing.” It’s appears to be pretty healthy communication...


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[letsdothispeople]

...anyway,

1. Has anyone heard back from California Pacific Medical Center - Health Psychology track?

Their last day to notify candidates is today, but I was skeptical given that it’s a Saturday.

2. Also, has anyone gotten a rejection from Appalachian State? I know that they’ve sent out invited already, but haven’t heard back from them.

Thanks in advance !

 

[Phanicus]

As a TD it’s not unusual for me to work on the weekends when it comes to all things training related including this process. So, it wouldn’t be unexpected to get notifications from sites today that have this as their notification date. However, December 15 is the recommended date by APPIC and it’s possible some sites didn’t realize that was a Saturday. Tbh, my site is typically a 12/15 notification site and I can’t remember if I changed our APPIC directory to reflect the date we actually sent notifications this year or if I just made a mental note to send them before today.

Thank you. This was helpful. One of my top sites has a due date today and I'm just itching to hear. My hopes are up that I'll hear today but I'm trying to manage my anticipation.

 

[psydstudent2020]

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How immature...


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[psydstudent2020]

Anyone interviewing at Northeast Florida State Hospital on January 4th or South Florida State Hospital on January 7th? I'll be staying around that way for the weekend and looking to see if anyone else will be around those areas. 🙂

I am on the 4th! Message me.


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[bigdreamer3]

FWIW, I felt so many of these feelings last year as someone who applied to 18 sites and received 4 interviews. This is only one interview shy of the "5-8" that was average. But I felt like a failure a lot of the time. I was at a prac site with two peers who had more hours and more focused sense of what what they wanted. They each received over 10 interviews. Over twice what I got. I'll be honest, I spiraled into a dark pit of self-comparison and (at times) resentment. It affected how much I could rely on them for support and it served only to make me feel like crap. Like, for real, I was miserable. But while they were worried about the uncertainty of matching, I was worried I wasn't good enough. I thought I knew they were better than I was. I struggle with some serious imposter syndrome, clearly.

I know it can be challenging when people have so much and it may seem like they don't see the "real" picture. It may seem like they are worried for no reason. They'll match, after all. But I encourage you all to consider what you're really being triggered by here. When you have 2 interviews and someone is worried with 10, what are you really feeling? I'd bet it isn't mad at them for getting 10 interviews. The truth is we don't know anything about their internal and external struggle. Maybe they are a more competitive applicant, and maybe they aren't. But what does that really mean? This process is pretty arbitrary and imperfect. They could have more hours, recommendation writers with better writing skills, maybe they had essays that were a bit more cohesive than yours. Their program has a better reputation. The list goes on and on.

It can be so hard to remember that feelings are still feelings. And we all get them.

I promise that in a few months, no matter what happens, you will be looking forward to the future (whatever and wherever that may be), and you'll be planning for that. It sounds silly, but try to focus on what the future holds for you (an entire career!) and not questioning yourself. You're the only one who loses.

 

[deleted957633]

Any adult track invites to Carle?? Anyone?? Ahhhhh


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[neuroguy101]

...anyway,

1. Has anyone heard back from California Pacific Medical Center - Health Psychology track?

Their last day to notify candidates is today, but I was skeptical given that it’s a Saturday.

2. Also, has anyone gotten a rejection from Appalachian State? I know that they’ve sent out invited already, but haven’t heard back from them.

Thanks in advance !

1. I’ve been waiting for California Pacific’s Adult Neuro - not sure why only two of the ten positions have been notified (or represented by the people on this thread). It seems that they would have done them around the same time, so I’m starting to wonder what those other emails actually said. But nope, no rejection yet - so let’s hang in there!


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[letsdothispeople]

Thank you! I really appreciate it.

 

[child_psych123]

Official Site Name: Bradley Counseling Center/Allendale Association
Date Invitation Received: 12/14/2018
Method of Invitation (Phone call, personal/mass email, snapchat): Mass Email
Specialty Track or Site (e.g., for consortiums): N/A
Offered Interview Dates: Jan 25th

 

[letsdothispeople]

1. I’ve been waiting for California Pacific’s Adult Neuro - not sure why only two of the ten positions have been notified (or represented by the people on this thread). It seems that they would have done them around the same time, so I’m starting to wonder what those other emails actually said. But nope, no rejection yet - so let’s hang in there!

Ah! Alright, this gives me hope haha

Best of luck

 

[MAClinician]

1. I’ve been waiting for California Pacific’s Adult Neuro - not sure why only two of the ten positions have been notified (or represented by the people on this thread). It seems that they would have done them around the same time, so I’m starting to wonder what those other emails actually said. But nope, no rejection yet - so let’s hang in there!


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Not everyone participating in the match posts on this site. Last year over 3,000 students matched. But there were not 3000 unique posters on last year’s thread. So those tracks that haven’t been heard from, might not have been applied to by other people reading/posting/private messaging on this site. Good luck!

 

[CrimPsych2020]

Has anyone emailed a site that has passed its notification date? I dont know how to word "hey i think you forgot me!" professionally... Hahah

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I did, I just asked what the status of my application was and thanked them for their time.


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[CrimPsych2020]

Earlier this week my emails went to spam in a TD’s inbox and I ended up having to call them after they sent a follow up email saying they hadn’t heard from me. Last night I received an interview offer and emailed back immediately. I am guessing I should wait until Monday before I think about calling (it being the weekend and all)?

Anyone have any tips for not getting thrown into people’s spam? I had no problems until this week.


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I don’t have tips for avoiding spam, but you could write a follow up email requesting confirmation when the original email is received, politely explaining that you’ve had problems with your emails going to spam and you’re very excited about interviewing at the site


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[CrimPsych2020]

For those sites that have their notification date set for today, is it fair to expect them to still notify today or will the weekend interfere with that? I feel like I should be able to expect them to stick to their set date but I don't know how sites view working through the weekend.

I feel the same way and don’t have a very good answer, except that I have a strong hunch that federal/state run sites won’t be working today regardless of the deadline


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[Fftb69]

The easiest thing to do if you find it insensitive is to ignore it.

I have disagreed with you a lot throughout the 70+ pages of this post, but I simply think this is just wrong. There is clearly a right and wrong way to say you’re anxious about matching. They could have easily said something without saying 14 interviews. Your statement feels like victim blaming, but you feel the need to stand up for this one person under the guise of everyone should have a voice. You’re not a moderator, just another person here, why do you get to tell us how to respond? It seems like you enjoy getting into these arguments with students every year. Maybe you should have just ignored it. *eyeroll*

 

[Phanicus]

I feel the same way and don’t have a very good answer, except that I have a strong hunch that federal/state run sites won’t be working today regardless of the deadline


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I bet you're right. I only applied to university counseling centers so I'm holding out hope that they'll send out decisions today. I recognize that I'm grasping at any sense of perceived control at this point but the little I can muster is comforting.

 

[AcronymAllergy]

Mod Note: Let's all please stay helpful and on-topic. This is an anxiety-provoking process for everyone involved. If you have disagreements with specific posters or are put off by posting styles, I encourage folks to use the "ignore" function, or to discuss those concerns via PM. All members who abide by the SDN terms of service are of course welcome to post here.

 

[deleted957633]

Carle rejection. I’ve now heard from all my sites god bless. Peace out y’all, try to stay sane and care for yourself, and BE KIND TO ONE ANOTHER. happy trails!


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[neuroguy101]

So the post I was quoting partially disappeared, so I hope this makes sense because I'm going to send it anyway:

Wow, they invited you after stating an initial plan to reject? That's great evidence of how beneficial common decency and politeness can be. Congrats!

Also, I have Canandaigua VA that posted 12/15 as their APPIC notification deadline (which is the one that matters in terms of contract) but noticed that their manual says by 12/23 - hoping I don't have to wait beyond today even though it's possible for a variety of reasons. No control is exactly right; it is all just a waiting game until it ends.

 

[AcronymAllergy]

I feel the same way and don’t have a very good answer, except that I have a strong hunch that federal/state run sites won’t be working today regardless of the deadline


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TDs should still have the ability to access the APPIC site outside of the office, although they may not be able to get to everything else they'd need to notify applicants. So the best bet may be, as you and others have noted, to assume a notification will come on Monday.

 

[psydstudent2020]

I have disagreed with you a lot throughout the 70+ pages of this post, but I simply think this is just wrong. There is clearly a right and wrong way to say you’re anxious about matching. They could have easily said something without saying 14 interviews. Your statement feels like victim blaming, but you feel the need to stand up for this one person under the guise of everyone should have a voice. You’re not a moderator, just another person here, why do you get to tell us how to respond? It seems like you enjoy getting into these arguments with students every year. Maybe you should have just ignored it. *eyeroll*

He was standing up for someone who had multiple people giving input. Mentioning the number of interviews was separate from my statement about worrying about matching. As I stated previously, I thought we were all sharing our status since it was the 15th and people before me did it as well.


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[attitudelikeasunrise]

Unfortunately, I still have one site to hear back from (Ann Arbor VA) and their stated notification date isn't until 12/21. On top of that, I have been told by two people in previous cohorts that this specific site never sent out rejection emails during their application years This is how I'm currently feeling about the situation:

 

[neuroguy101]

Unfortunately, I still have one site to hear back from (Ann Arbor VA) and their stated notification date isn't until 12/21. On top of that, I have been told by two people in previous cohorts that this specific site never sent out rejection emails during their application years This is how I'm currently feeling about the situation:

Ha wonderful news. Fingers crossed that things are different this year!

 

[PsyDPlease!]

Has anyone heard from Kennedy Krieger Trauma/Family Track? Not sure what their notifications date is since they don’t have an APPIC page.

 

[Phanicus]

So the post I was quoting partially disappeared, so I hope this makes sense because I'm going to send it anyway:

Wow, they invited you after stating an initial plan to reject? That's great evidence of how beneficial common decency and politeness can be. Congrats!

This was probably in response to my halfway finished and edited post so I'll share the story.

I contacted a site the day after their notification date and share how excited I was about their site. I asked if I should expect a response at this point and was very respectful all around. The site got back to me and said that they were initially going to reject me but since I showed additional interest and seemed like a good candidate, they extended an invite anyway. I was blown away that this happened and I am so appreciative for the opportunity. The site apologized for not letting me know by the notification deadline and their reason sounded totally legit and genuine.

 

[keepsclimbing]

Also, I have Canandaigua VA that posted 12/15 as their APPIC notification deadline (which is the one that matters in terms of contract) but noticed that their manual says by 12/23 - hoping I don't have to wait beyond today even though it's possible for a variety of reasons. No control is exactly right; it is all just a waiting game until it ends.

I'm also waiting on Canandaigua (last site!) and am hoping to hear today, but noticed the same thing in their manual - perhaps because their application date was so late? Fingers crossed for both of us!

 

[attitudelikeasunrise]

FWIW, I felt so many of these feelings last year as someone who applied to 18 sites and received 4 interviews. This is only one interview shy of the "5-8" that was average. But I felt like a failure a lot of the time. I was at a prac site with two peers who had more hours and more focused sense of what what they wanted. They each received over 10 interviews. Over twice what I got. I'll be honest, I spiraled into a dark pit of self-comparison and (at times) resentment. It affected how much I could rely on them for support and it served only to make me feel like crap. Like, for real, I was miserable. But while they were worried about the uncertainty of matching, I was worried I wasn't good enough. I thought I knew they were better than I was. I struggle with some serious imposter syndrome, clearly.

I know it can be challenging when people have so much and it may seem like they don't see the "real" picture. It may seem like they are worried for no reason. They'll match, after all. But I encourage you all to consider what you're really being triggered by here. When you have 2 interviews and someone is worried with 10, what are you really feeling? I'd bet it isn't mad at them for getting 10 interviews. The truth is we don't know anything about their internal and external struggle. Maybe they are a more competitive applicant, and maybe they aren't. But what does that really mean? This process is pretty arbitrary and imperfect. They could have more hours, recommendation writers with better writing skills, maybe they had essays that were a bit more cohesive than yours. Their program has a better reputation. The list goes on and on.

It can be so hard to remember that feelings are still feelings. And we all get them.

I promise that in a few months, no matter what happens, you will be looking forward to the future (whatever and wherever that may be), and you'll be planning for that. It sounds silly, but try to focus on what the future holds for you (an entire career!) and not questioning yourself. You're the only one who loses.

I agree with your sentiments completely and think this process provides a great opportunity for self-reflection. For myself, I've realized that the pain I'm experiencing is coming predominantly from an existential realization that life isn't fair. It would be a much easier pill for me to swallow if I felt like this process was more objective. That there was more of a one-to-one correlation: you put x amount of effort into your training (or have x amount of skills or intelligence) and you get x outcome. But it's not that at all. It is highly subjective with an insane amount of variables (some of which you have literally zero control over) and the sense of injustice when deserving candidates are overlooked and less-than-stellar candidates somehow rise to the top can be overwhelming at times. So I've just been meditating like crazy and trying to get to a place of acceptance because it is only my resistance and interpretation of the process that is contributing to my ongoing suffering. And who needs that?!

 

[clinpsych223]

Has anyone heard from New York City Children's Center - this is the last site I am waiting to hear from, and I would love to be done with this stage of the process.

 

[Newropsych]

1. I’ve been waiting for California Pacific’s Adult Neuro - not sure why only two of the ten positions have been notified (or represented by the people on this thread). It seems that they would have done them around the same time, so I’m starting to wonder what those other emails actually said. But nope, no rejection yet - so let’s hang in there!


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A few of my cohort mates have heard from Adult Neuro and Women’s Mental Health — but I know they don’t follow this thread. Sending good vibes your way—hope you hear soon!


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[SingingPhD]

Has anyone heard from Kennedy Krieger Trauma/Family Track? Not sure what their notifications date is since they don’t have an APPIC page.

Ugh not yet... Hope we dont have to wait till the 20th!

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[dogmomx3]

I'm also waiting on Canandaigua (last site!) and am hoping to hear today, but noticed the same thing in their manual - perhaps because their application date was so late? Fingers crossed for both of us!

Same here! I'm waiting on Canandaigua as well (my last one to hear from!!!!) I assumed I wouldn't be hearing from them today..but another VA site did email me this morning to confirm an interview date (which I wasn't at all expecting). Fingers crossed that we'll hear from them soon - hopefully before 12/23!

 

[Phanicus]

Rejection from University of Denver Consortium Counseling Center. I guess they do work on the weekends!

One more to hear from!

 

[SchoolPsych110]

Is anyone else still waiting to hear from The School at Columbia?

 

[ClinicalPsych2013]

Has anyone heard from Kennedy Krieger Trauma/Family Track? Not sure what their notifications date is since they don’t have an APPIC page.

Nope! Also, any idea why are they not in the APPIC directory? There are many other non-accredited programs in there.

 

[psyche27]

Nope! Also, any idea why are they not in the APPIC directory? There are many other non-accredited programs in there.

If it’s a brand new program they may not meet requirements to be listed yet. Before they can apply to be on APPIC they have to already have interns. Kind of a catch 22 that’s harder to accomplish now that the imbalance has swayed the other way.

 

[neuropsych2020]

For those also waiting on Canandaigua, I noticed that they said something about “selected applicants are notified by letter and/or email” and their manual says that “letters will be sent out no later than December 23”... so are they actually going to MAIL invites to interviews and rejections?! Since it says on APPIC that their deadline is today, we are technically allowed to email them and ask about the status of our app after today, correct?

 

[psydstudent2020]

For those who applied to the same site for two or more tracks, can we rank them differently? For example, can we rank one track above other sites and then rank the other track from that same site AFTER other sites? Or do we have to rank the tracks from the same site consecutively?


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[psyche27]

For those who applied to the same site for two or more tracks, can we rank them differently? For example, can we rank one track above other sites and then rank the other track from that same site AFTER other sites? Or do we have to rank the tracks from the same site consecutively?


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Do the different tracks have different APPIC numbers? If so, you can rank them separately.

 

[Neuroapplicant1920]

For those who applied to the same site for two or more tracks, can we rank them differently? For example, can we rank one track above other sites and then rank the other track from that same site AFTER other sites? Or do we have to rank the tracks from the same site consecutively?

Do the different tracks have different APPIC numbers? If so, you can rank them separately.

Yes, you can rank them dependent on the existence of separate track numbers. For example,

Site 1 has tracks A, B, and C
Site 2 has track A
Site 3 has track A, B

You could rank them as follows:
Site 3A
Site 1C
Site 3B
Site 2A
Site 1A
Site 1B

 

[psydstudent2020]

Do the different tracks have different APPIC numbers? If so, you can rank them separately.

Thank you!


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[psydstudent2020]

Yes, you can rank them dependent on the existence of separate track numbers. For example,

Site 1 has tracks A, B, and C
Site 2 has track A
Site 3 has track A, B

You could rank them as follows:
Site 3A
Site 1C
Site 3B
Site 2A
Site 1A
Site 1B

That’s what I was wondering. Thank you!


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[supers492]

Has anyone heard from Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center? Their notification date is listed as yesterday but so far I haven't heard anything.

 

[deadinsidealreadytaken]

Received a rejection from UC Davis Infant Mental Health track accompanied by an offer to interview for the CAARE Center track, even though I didn’t apply to that track. Interview dates are 1/14 and 1/15 for CAARE Center track.


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Weird. Did they specify why? Haven't heard from them at all.