Postdoctoral Fellow

Lotus Bloom Psychology offers a postdoctoral fellowship that is a planned and programmed sequence of training focused on preparing fellows for advanced practice. We provide comprehensive clinical services, including diagnostic assessments, individual therapy, group therapy, and family support. We offer focused neuropsychological evaluations to assist in differential diagnosis. Our multidisciplinary clinicians utilize evidence-based, research-informed interventions grounded in relational theory, with a primary focus on strengthening relationships and empowering families.

The postdoctoral fellowship position begins on September 1st of each year and ends on August 31st of each year. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position(s) are filled from November 15th to February 15th of each year.

Fellows are provided two hours of individual supervision per week, two hours of group supervision per week, and one additional hour of clinical staff meetings per week. Fellows will engage in opportunities for case consultation, didactic and seminars training throughout the year. Additionally, fellows engage in a rotating didactic experience that connects them with peers at nearby practices and allows them to learn from supervisors across various facilities throughout the year. Developed by Dr. Ashley Houchin and fellow practice owners in the western suburbs of Chicago, this collaborative initiative enhances regional training opportunities.

While all fellows are expected to engage in neuropsychological assessments to some degree during the year, fellows are elibile to choose one track of focus from the list provided below:

Assessment Focused Track

Fellows interested in spending the majority of their time conducting neuropsychological assessments would be a good fit for this track. Fellows are expected to carry a small therapy caseload in addition to their testing duties and are expected to complete two to four testing intakes per week.

Clinical Focused Track

Fellows interested in spending the majority of their time conducting therapy sessions would be a good fit for this department. Therapy can take many forms including individual, couples, families, groups, and parent guidance. Additionally, fellows specializing in age specific populations, such as child/adolescent development, are able to focus their skill development within this department. We have a variety of theoretical orientations at the practice; however, all clinicians incorporate a relational approach to their work to some degree. The relational approach is what binds us together as a group practice.

Bilingual Focused Track

Fellows interested in providing clinical services in languages other than English would be a good fit within this department. Our practice currently has the infrastructure to provide services in Spanish and we have clients looking for services in Spanish. We are open to providers interested in providing services in other languages. While this is a developing effort, the practice supports the process of translating documentation and incorporating additional language services.

Complete accredited degree requirements (PsyD, PhD)

Successful completion of a background check

Multicultural competence and ability to demonstrate implementation of such competence both clinically and among team members

A theoretical orientation that incorporates a relational approach

Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to clinical work

Strong commitment to ongoing professional development

We are actively seeking clinicians of diverse backgrounds as we believe a diverse team enhances our ability to serve our community

Postdoctoral fellows are expected to:

Maintain 24-30 clinical hours per week and manage their own caseload

Maintain a consistent schedule of 40 working hours over a minimum of 4 days per week

Attend all weekly required meetings and trainings

Provide in-office services at least two days per week

Provide evening hours at least two day per week (clinical hours past 3pm)

Complete ADHD-CCSP sponsored certification within the first year of entering the practice

Operations

Office hours in all locations are 8:00am to 8:00pm Monday through Friday. This means that clinicians are not permitted to work client-facing hours outside of office hours. Each clinician creates their own availability to see clients within these operational hours. Clinicians under supervision are mentored in creating a sustainable and well-balanced schedule.

Support staff are available 8:00am to 3:00pm, Monday through Friday.

Compensation & Benefits Package

$57,000 per year paid as W2 salaried employee

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 50% premium contribution from the practice (eligible as of the first day of employment) and dependents included in coverage benefits

401k with 4% match (eligible as of the first day of employment)

Paid time off totaling 40 hours per year (useable after 90-days of employment)

Group malpractice insurance coverage at 100% by the practice

ADHD-CCSP certification sponsored

Continuing education stipend

HIPAA compliant EMR, phone number, and email address

Support provided and managed by the practice includes marketing, advertising, client acquisition, billing, and administrative support

Networking opportunities available

Community engagement opportunities available

Collaborative team environment

Practice Overview

Lotus Bloom Psychology is a thriving and expanding private practice dedicated to providing expert psychological services. We specialize in the diagnosis and support of individuals with ADHD, Autism, and Learning Disabilities while also offering comprehensive treatment for co-occurring conditions such as anxiety disorders, depression, eating disorders, substance use, family conflict, trauma, grief, and stress related to education or work. We proudly serve a diverse clientele across the entire lifespan.

We offer a range of services, including diagnostic assessments, focused neuropsychological testing for differential diagnosis, individual therapy, group therapy, and family support. Our dynamic team of clinicians draws from diverse training backgrounds, utilizing dynamic, feminist, relational, cognitive, and strength-based approaches. We are committed to implementing research-informed interventions, including mindfulness techniques and executive functioning skills training. Our ultimate goals are to foster improved relationships and empower families to thrive.

Founded by Dr. Ashley Houchin, our practice is built on a strong belief in the power of community, continuously cultivating a vibrant network of professionals to support our clients. We are deeply committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all employees and are actively seeking passionate clinicians from diverse backgrounds to join our growing team. The ideal candidates are those who value continuous learning, professional growth, creativity, open communication, and collaborative teamwork.

Locations

Our practice currently operates fully out of our Lombard office. We have plans to expand to a physical office in Naperville in the near future.

All office spaces provide the following:

Large private office space, fully furnished and supplied, with standing desk

Therapy tools, play therapy toys, and sandtray provided by the practice

Handicap accessible office building

Free parking

Multiple restaurants, coffee stops, and other local businesses located within the surrounding area

Blocks away from the Yorktown Center (mall) and easy highway access to our location

Contact Information

We ask for the following information from you:

three references

We are looking for a good fit and are willing to consider all interested candidates.