PsyD in School Psychology student Kamryn McKinney (PsyD '26) was eager to find an internship that combined practical experience with a strong commitment to community care. She discovered that opportunity at Quintessential Health in Warrington, Pennsylvania, where she will spend the next year strengthening her assessment and intervention skills.
“Quintessential Health serves individuals of all ages and emphasizes education and collaboration,” McKinney said. “I'm confident this experience will shape me into a well-rounded psychologist.”
The moment she learned she had matched, McKinney felt overwhelmed with gratitude, reflecting on the unwavering support of her friends, family and colleagues. She credits PCOM's School Psychology faculty with helping her reach this milestone.
“I feel incredibly grateful for my school psychology family at PCOM. From the beginning of my journey in this program, the faculty here have shown their encouragement and dedication to my personal and professional growth. Not only have I felt consistent support from my professors, but they also fostered a comfortable and welcoming environment, enhancing my graduate school experience. Their ongoing encouragement and guidance have played a pivotal role in shaping the clinician I am becoming, and I wouldn't be here without them!”
As she embarks on this next chapter, McKinney is excited to take the knowledge and experiences she's gained at PCOM and apply them in a setting that values education, collaboration and compassionate care.
Her advice to first-year students? “Nothing worth having comes easy. It will all be worth it.”
Established in 1899, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) has trained thousands of highly competent, caring physicians, health practitioners and behavioral scientists who practice a “whole person” approach to care—treating people, not just symptoms. PCOM, a private, not-for-profit accredited institution of higher education, operates three campuses (PCOM, PCOM Georgia and PCOM South Georgia) and offers doctoral degrees in clinical psychology, educational psychology, osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy, and school psychology. The college also offers graduate degrees in applied behavior analysis, applied positive psychology, biomedical sciences, forensic medicine, medical laboratory science, mental health counseling, physician assistant studies, and school psychology. PCOM students learn the importance of health promotion, research, education and service to the community. Through its community-based Healthcare Centers, PCOM provides care to medically underserved populations. For more information, visit pcom.edu or call 215-871-6100.
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