Licensed Therapist (full and part time options)

Who We Are:

At Palisades Counseling, we want to create an atmosphere of safety and support for people as they search for peace and well-being. A place where a strong relationship between the therapist and client can promote healing and positive change. The name Palisades literally means, “a fence of stakes set firmly in the ground as for enclosure or defense.” We are looking for like-minded professionals to continue supporting our patients while building clientele.

Job Description:

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Therapist to join our team. This role provides counseling and therapy services to individuals, couples, and families: supporting emotional, relational, and mental well-being. The ideal candidate is client-centered, collaborative, and committed to ethical, evidence-based care.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate emotional, psychological, and relational needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on client goals and clinical presentation.
• Provide individual, couples, and family therapy addressing issues such as:
  • Mental health concerns
  • Communication and relationship challenges
  • Conflict resolution
  • Parenting and family dynamics
  • Life transitions and crisis situations
• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic models and interventions.
• Support clients in developing coping strategies, problem-solving skills, and healthy relationships.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals (psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, etc.) to coordinate care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Provide education on mental health, emotional regulation, and effective communication.
• Stay current with research and best practices in therapy and clinical care.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in:
  • Marriage and Family Therapy
  • Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • Social Work
  • Psychology or a related field
• Current licensure as CMHC, MFT, or LCSW (or eligibility and active pursuit of licensure, if applicable).
• Experience providing therapy in a clinical or counseling setting.
• Strong knowledge of therapeutic modalities and assessment practices.
• Excellent communication, active listening, and empathy skills.
• Ability to foster a safe, respectful, and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment.
• Proficiency in assessment, treatment planning, and clinical documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children and families
• Assessment and diagnostic experience

Top Perks & Benefits:

• Part time or full time options available. 
• Competitive pay - Therapist’s pay will range from $40/hr to $80+/hr depending on experience and licensure.
• Health insurance benefits for therapists seeing 28+ clients/week.
• Monthly training meetings and frequent mentoring.
• Part of a positive, friendly team with a broad range of experience.
• Opportunity to lead workshop presentations.