Private Practice Mental Health Therapist - Gurnee - IL

Benefits: Licensed Consultation Group 1:1 Supervision Group Supervision CEU Library 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Company parties Competitive salary Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance For Clinicians in Illinois Ready to Grow in Private Practice, Not Start Over As a clinician, are you tired of feeling like you're working in isolation or drowning in paperwork? Looking for a place that actually creates ongoing change to prioritize clinician well-being? We're so glad we found you! Ellie Mental Health was founded in 2015 by licensed clinicians in Minneapolis. Since then, the Ellie Family has continued to grow with multiple clinics nationwide and a growing number of locally owned and operated franchises across the country. We currently have 2 locations in Libertyville and Bannockburn/Deerfield, IL, with plans of continued expansion in Gurnee (August 2026). As a Therapist at Ellie Mental Health, you'll share our vision for improving and expanding access to quality mental health care and thrive in an environment driven by our core values of authenticity, humor, compassion, creativity, acceptance, and determination. At Ellie Mental Health, we’re building a high-performing, clinician-centered group practice designed for experienced therapists who want the freedom of private practice without needing to handle all the business headaches on their own. This is not an entry-level role as we’re looking for clinicians who are practicing directly with clients in a therapeutic setting, already trusted, and ready to plug into something bigger with their personal goals. Why Join Ellie Instead of Staying Solo? You’ve built the relationships, you’ve done the hard work; Now let us handle the rest! We remove the operational weight so you can focus on clinical excellence and growth, while earning competitively and maintaining autonomy. What We Handle: Billing & Insurance claims Individual & Group Supervision Licensed Consultation Credentialing Paid Digital Marketing & SEO Online Scheduling System & Infrastructure Referral development Administrative support Office space & utilities EHR systems Compliance & documentation support We Offer: Highly competitive compensation structure Paid time off BCBS medical, dental, vision 401K options Flexible scheduling (in-person & telehealth) Access to free CEU library (TPN Health) Professional development support Opportunities to supervise A collaborative, supportive team culture Real leadership team access, no corporate red tape Who This Is Perfect For ✔ Private practice therapists tired of managing payroll, rent, and insurance headaches

• Clinicians in group practices who want more support and stronger leadership
• Community mental health providers ready to reduce burnout
• Therapists with an active caseload who can transition clients with them
• Clinicians with strong word-of-mouth referral streams

Key Responsibilities Conduct diagnostic assessments and develop treatment plans Provide high-quality therapy services to clients Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation Maintain a caseload of approximately 25 sessions per week (full-time) Deliver evidence-based interventions Collaborate with colleagues and referral partners Participate in team meetings and trainings Option to provide supervision for pre-licensed clinicians Qualifications and/or Skills: Master’s degree in a behavioral health field Illinois licensure or pre-licensure (LMFT, LCSW, LCPC, PsyD; ALMFT, LSW, or LPC) Experience with assessments, treatment planning, and clinical documentation Strong interpersonal and communication skills Comfort working with children, teens, families, or adults Ability to pass a background check Existing client base or referral network Experience with children, couples, and/or family work Familiarity with case note documentation and EHR systems At Ellie, we believe that happy therapists do better work, and better work changes lives. If you’re looking to be part of a mission-driven, supportive, and fun-loving team, we’d love to meet you. Location: Gurnee, Illinois 60031 Flexible work from home options available. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ellie Mental Health - 094