Universal Psychology Postdoctoral Directory Entry

ECU Health System—Clinical Health Psychology (CHP) Fellowship

ECU Health Medical Center, Psychiatry Department
Greenville, North Carolina

Applications due Friday, December 19, 2025

This training experience will NOT follow the APPIC Selection Standards with Common Hold Date (CHD) and may not allow applicants to hold offers until the CHD. Applicants may need to respond to an offer for this position prior to completing interviews or knowing their standing with other positions.

Elements of quality clinically focused postdoctoral training

This training experience is a planned and programmed sequence of training that aims to ensure preparation for advanced practice rather than one that is focused on providing supervised hours for licensure. Yes

This training experience ensures that training takes precedence over service delivery regarding the nature, content, volume, and quality of the postdoc’s activities. Yes

This training experience ensures that postdocs receive at least two hours of individual supervision per week for the duration of the experience. Yes

This training experience is administered by a doctoral-level licensed psychologist who directs and organizes the training experience and its resources, is responsible for the selection of postdocs, and monitors and evaluates the goals and activities of the experience. Yes

This training experience has two or more doctoral-level licensed psychologists who have sufficient time to provide quality supervision and training.   Yes

This training experience includes regularly scheduled structured educational activities that help postdocs its defined goals. These activities may include didactics, seminars, case conferences, and/or research activities. Yes

This training experience has written Due Process and Grievance procedures. Yes

This training experience has the stable and necessary financial (e.g., stipend) and physical resources (e.g., computers, physical space) needed for effective training. Yes

Clinical Health Psychology (CHP) Fellowship Program

Prospective Candidates – Our program is currently under review for APPIC Membership!

For the 2026–2027 training year, we invite applications from highly motivated candidates seeking advanced clinical and research training in areas such as obesity management, cardiac psychology, trauma and rehabilitation, internal medicine, psycho-oncology, palliative medicine, and chronic pain management.

Applicants should have completed (or be near completion of) an APA-accredited doctoral program in clinical or counseling psychology, with degree conferral prior to the fellowship start date. An APA- or CPA-accredited internship—preferably in a medical setting—is required. Preference is given to applicants with demonstrated interest in behavioral medicine or health psychology through prior training, work experience, or research, and to those nearing dissertation completion.

Program Overview

The ECU Health Medical Center Clinical Health Psychology Fellowship follows a practitioner–scholar model, integrating clinical practice, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The fellowship prepares psychologists for clinical and leadership roles in diverse healthcare environments, emphasizing prevention, treatment, education, and supervision.

Fellows function as valued members of interprofessional teams in inpatient, outpatient, and telehealth settings, gaining comprehensive experience with medical conditions, treatments, and collaborative care. Mentorship, professional role modeling, and consultation are integral components of the program.

Training Structure

This 12-month, 2,080-hour fellowship meets North Carolina licensure requirements for independent practice. Fellows work approximately 45 hours per week (Monday–Friday), with about 50% (20 hours) dedicated to direct clinical service. Training experiences can be customized to align with each fellow’s interests, goals, and career plans.

Fellows provide evaluation and intervention services to rural and underserved populations with a range of chronic medical, psychiatric, and substance use conditions across inpatient and outpatient settings.

Supervision and Educational Activities

Fellows receive a minimum of two hours of individual supervision weekly, with daily faculty contact and mentorship.

Additional educational activities include:

Department of Psychiatry Grand Rounds (annual presentation required)
Monthly Journal Club
Biweekly didactic seminars and weekly case conferences on psychology in medical settings
Attendance at regional and campus-based educational programs (e.g., NC AHEC, NCPA, ECUHMC)
Diversity-focused training integrated throughout clinical, research, and educational components

Program Culture & Professional Development

The fellowship promotes collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth through daily interdisciplinary teamwork, role modeling, and consultation. Fellows gain a comprehensive understanding of medical conditions, medications, and treatment processes while strengthening their ability to communicate and consult effectively with medical and surgical teams. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are emphasized throughout all aspects of training, from didactic content to clinical service delivery. Fellows are also expected to complete ECU Health System onboarding and required institutional trainings.

Clinical & Training Opportunities

Inpatient Consultation-Liaison Psychology (ECU Health Medical Center & Satellite Hospitals) — Provide psychological consultation and treatment for hospitalized patients across medical units and the emergency department. Services include psychotherapy, capacity evaluations, differential diagnosis, brief cognitive testing, and adherence support. Rural health rotations are available at partner hospitals and clinics.
Pre-Surgical Candidate Evaluations (Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic) — Conduct psychosocial assessments and interventions for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery candidates (pre- and post-operative). Fellows also participate in monthly Bariatric Surgery Team meetings. New in 2026: Pediatric Bariatric Program (ages 16–21), in collaboration with pediatrics, nutrition, and health psychology. Additional pre-surgical evaluations include: Transplant Surgery (kidney recipient/donor, kidney-pancreas, and liver candidates), Spinal Cord Neurostimulator Evaluations (chronic pain patients), and Clergy Candidate Evaluations for the East Carolina Episcopal Diocese.

Adult IDD Comprehensive Assessment & Behavioral Support (Caswell Developmental Center, Kinston, NC) — Provide assessment and behavioral consultation for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and complex behavioral or medical conditions. Training includes intellectual and adaptive functioning assessments, behavior support plans, data analysis, and multidisciplinary case presentations.

Internal Medicine / Hybrid Complex Medical Unit (IM Outpatient Clinic & Inpatient Med-Psych Unit) — Deliver brief psychotherapy for patients with chronic medical and pain conditions (e.g., functional disorders, fibromyalgia, pancreatitis). Provide CBT- and ACT-based interventions individually and in groups.

Pediatric & Adult Psycho-Oncology (Inpatient & Outpatient Settings) — Provide assessment and intervention across the cancer care continuum—diagnosis, treatment, recurrence, survivorship, and caregiver support.

Cardiac Psychology: Intervention & Research (Cardio-Pulm Rehab & Heart Failure Clinics) — Deliver relaxation, stress management, and CBT interventions for patients with cardiovascular disease. Conduct LVAD pre-surgical evaluations and inpatient support for heart failure patients.

*Addiction Medicine & Research* (Inpatient Medical Units & Outpatient Addiction Medicine Clinic) — Train in non-pharmacologic, evidence-based interventions for substance use and recovery (including perinatal contexts). Research and ketamine-assisted therapy exposure may be available.

Behavioral Sleep Medicine (Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic) — Provide assessment and treatment for sleep–wake disorders, including CBT for Insomnia (CBTi) and PAP adjustment interventions.

(Rotations marked with an asterisk are emerging experiences still under development.)

https://psychiatry.ecu.edu/clinical-health-psychology-fellowship/

Additional Information

Agency Type: Private/General Hospital
APPIC Membership: Yes
APA Accredited: No
Recognized Specialty: Clinical Health Psychology
Emphasis or focus area: Health Psychology
Other Emphasis: Inpatient Consultation/Liaison Psychology, Pre-Surgical Evals (Bariatric, Transplant, Spinal Cord Stimulator), Psycho-Oncology, Cardiac Psychology, Internal Medicine
Research Time: Less than 25%
Training Director: Ashley Britton Harper, PhD, HSP-P
Contact Email: brittona19@ecu.edu
Contact Phone: 252-744-4223
Virtual Interviews: Virtual Only
Duration in Months: 12
Hours Per Week: 45
# of Licensed Supervisors: 8
Number of Positions: 2
Applications recieved last year: 15
Accepts Int'l Students: No
Stipend: $60000
Will follow APPIC Selection Standards: No
Estimated offer date: Friday, February 6 2026
Created Date: Monday, February 12 2024
Fringe Benefits: - State Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, Dental) for self and dependents - Paid Parental Leave - Professional liability insurance - Access to the resident/fellow well-being zone - Discounted membership to our state-of-the-art ECU Health Wellness Center - 401K Retirement plan - 11 Federal Holidays + 28 days PTO (vacation/sick) - Educational fund for academic or EPPP study materials - Conference registration fees for accepted presenters (upon request) - Up to 5 conference/job interview days - EPPP Part 1 & 2 exam fees (upon acceptance to sit for exam) - Professional liability insurance **Opportunities for faculty employment are available upon successful fellowship completion!!**
Research opportunities: Fellows are required to complete 1 scholarly activity over the course of the year and will collaborate with faculty and/or their faculty mentor to select an appropriate activity. Additional opportunities for manuscript submissions, podcast productions, QI projects, and program evaluation are available for those who are interested.
Additional Comments: ECU Health Medical Center — A Regional Leader in Academic Medicine ECU Health Medical Center is the flagship teaching hospital for the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University and serves as the primary referral center for more than 30 counties across eastern North Carolina. It is the only Level I Trauma Center east of I-95 and also home to a Comprehensive Stroke Center, reflecting its critical role in providing advanced, lifesaving care for the region. As part of the ECU Health system, which includes seven community hospitals and numerous outpatient clinics, ECU Health Medical Center delivers comprehensive services in emergency medicine, cancer care, heart and vascular care, neurology, and more. With 974 inpatient beds across its two Greenville campuses, the medical center ranks among North Carolina’s largest academic medical centers and is the 23rd largest hospital in the United States.
Application Instructions: Applicants from APA-accredited clinical or counseling psychology doctoral programs and APA-accredited or APPIC-member internship sites are invited to apply. Clinical Health Psychology experience is strongly preferred, especially within academic medical or general hospital settings. U.S. citizenship is not required; however, non-U.S. citizens must provide proof of authorization to work in the United States. All applicants will be notified of their interview status via email on or before January 4, 2025. In keeping with APPIC Board of Directors recommendations, all interviews will be conducted virtually and will be held throughout January and early February 2025. Applicants invited to interview will first attend a group overview session of the ECU Health Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, followed by two structured panel interviews. Each panel interview will include 3 attending psychologists, last approximately 30 minutes, and include brief breaks between sessions. To apply, please email the following materials to Callie Kirby, Program Coordinator (kirbyc24@ecu.edu): **Letters of recommendation should be sent directly to the program coordinator and include the applicant’s name in the subject line. - Cover letter: briefly describe relevant clinical health psychology training, fellowship goals, and career objectives. - Curriculum vitae (CV) - Completed Health Psychology Fellowship Application Fillable Form - Three letters of recommendation: One letter must be from an internship supervisor. - Completed Doctoral Requirement Attestation Fillable Form by the doctoral program training director. **Completion of the doctoral degree and defense before the fellowship start date is required; otherwise, the offer may be rescinded. Application deadline: Midnight, Friday, December 19, 2025 - Completed Doctoral Requirement Attestation Fillable Form by the doctoral program training director. **Completion of the doctoral degree and defense before the fellowship start date is required; otherwise, the offer may be rescinded. - A current CV, including the accreditation status of your doctoral program and internship program (e.g., APA, CPA, PCSAS).

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