Job Description

Heal the Hurt Counseling, a trauma-specialized virtual group practice, is seeking a passionate and motivated Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC). This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to deepen their clinical skills while gaining real-world experience in private practice within a supportive, teaching-focused environment.

Key Benefits and Learning Opportunities:

• Specialty Development: While specializing in trauma, you will have the freedom to explore and develop your own clinical niche. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or another area of interest, you’ll receive personalized mentorship to refine your expertise. Please be aware that a majority of our clients are veterans who struggle with PTSD.
• Build Your Referral Network: Learn essential skills for networking, marketing, and establishing a referral base to set the foundation for a successful private practice.
• Work with a Variety of Diagnoses: Gain experience working with a diverse adult population dealing with a range of mental health diagnoses, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other trauma-related issues.
• Trauma-Specialized Training: Receive comprehensive training in one trauma-specific treatment modality to enhance your ability to deliver effective, evidence-based care.
• Extensive Clinical Training Catalog: Enjoy free access to a wide range of training options, enabling you to continuously improve your therapeutic skills and stay current with the latest best practices.
• Develop Strong Clinical Writing Skills: Learn how to maintain detailed and effective documentation that meets the requirements of private practice. You’ll gain expertise in clinical writing, ensuring accurate, clear, and ethically sound record-keeping.
• Expand Your Clinical Toolbox: Build a robust set of clinical skills and resources to enhance your therapeutic practice, equipping you with a diverse range of tools for supporting your clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide virtual therapy to adult clients with a focus on trauma and related mental health concerns, including veterans, in a private and quite space
• Actively participate in supervision, training, and consultation to ensure growth and skill development
• Maintain proper documentation and uphold ethical standards in client care
• Build and manage a client caseload with the guidance of experienced clinicians
• Learn and implement networking and marketing strategies to develop your professional presence and referral network
• Apply evidence-based trauma treatment modalities in your clinical practice
• Contribute to the supportive and collaborative environment of the team

Skills & Experience

• Must be a registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) in California
• Strong interest in trauma-informed therapy
• Eagerness to learn, grow, and take advantage of mentorship and training opportunities
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a virtual caseload
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently while contributing to a team
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately complete clinical documentation and maintain records in a timely and organized manner, ensuring compliance with ethical and legal standards.
• Commitment to professional development and clinical excellence