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Richmond Graduate University says $200,000 ARPA award aided counseling interns and expanded low‑cost mental‑health services
Summary
Richmond Graduate University reported a $200,000 award supported stipends and scholarships for counseling interns; presenters said the funds enabled 29 interns across two years, produced more than 6,500 direct service hours and placed graduates at local sites serving underserved populations.
Dr. Stephanie Keane, assistant clinical training director at Richmond Graduate University’s Chattanooga campus, and Dr. Jaima White told the City Council that a $200,000 ARPA award funded fellowships, scholarships and internship supports for counseling students and alumni.
Keane said the program focused on three components: incoming student scholarships, internship-year awards to reduce the need for paid work while completing required clinical hours, and support to a recent graduate working toward licensure. The…
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