Applicants for the postdoctoral fellowship should have a doctoral degree in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology from an APA accredited graduate program as well as an APA accredited doctoral internship. In reviewing applications, the training committee considers:

  • The applicant’s demonstrated interest and experience in evaluating and treating childhood trauma.
  • Track preference  – (1) Clinical Trauma Fellowship;  (2) Clinical/Research Trauma Fellowship for which the applicant wishes to be considered (see p. 6 for more information about fellowship tracks.
  • Previous experiences and demonstrated interest in working with culturally diverse populations
  • Training in diagnostic psychological assessment of cognitive, adaptive, and personality functions of children and youth. Familiarity and experience with administering and interpreting projective assessment measures is required for the Clinical Trauma Fellowship, with experience using the Rorschach preferred
  • Training and experience in evidence-based treatment models including but not limited to trauma interventions for children
  • Overall experience providing clinical services to children, youth, and families
  • For the Clinical/Research Trauma Fellowship- evidence of a track record of research in areas consistent with aims and missions of the Center, including publication, involvement in grant-funded research activity (if applicable), etc. 

Formal proof of matriculation or completion of all graduation requirements from the degree granting institution is required before the fellow can obtain appointment through the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.

Dates and Deadlines:

  • Application materials are due December 1, 2026
  • Application materials should be sent directly by email or standard postal mail to the Associate Training Director:
  • Interviews will be conducted remotely by means of synchronous Zoom contacts on dates between January 7 and February 12, 2027.
  • Offers will be made in accordance with APPIC guidelines and Common Hold Date (see APPIC.org for more information:  Postdoctoral Selection Standards - Applicants (appic.org))
  • Training year dates: September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027.

Laura Costa, Ph.D., ABPP
Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress at Kennedy Krieger Institute
1741 Ashland Ave., 4th Floor
Baltimore, Maryland  21205
Email:  Costa@KennedyKrieger.org

Required Application Materials:

  • Cover letter describing training interests and preparation for postdoctoral fellowship training including background in working with traditionally underserved and/or marginalized populations of diverse racial, ethnic, disability, identity-related origins
  • Curriculum vita including significant clinical and research training experiences
  • Three professional letters of reference from former supervisors, training directors, etc.
  • A list of all psychological test measures administered and interpreted, including number of times the measure has been used
  • Transcript documenting completion of doctoral program and/or planned graduation date.

Contact Us:

Further questions about the postdoctoral fellowship and application procedures should be directed to Laura Costa, PhD, ABPP Assistant Director of Psychology Training:

Email: Costa@KennedyKrieger.org
Phone: (443) 923-5949