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Couples Therapist

Position Type: Employment or Contractor Option if Dependently Licenced

Location: Stella Luna Counseling and Wellness Center, Middleburg Heights, OH (greater Cleveland area)

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
  • Conduct comprehensive diagnostic assessments
  • Develop individualized care plans for couples/partners
  • Provide couples therapy utilizing evidence-based practices within your scope of practice
  • Continuously evaluate and improve treatment plans
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team for patient-centered care
  • Address wellness and social determinants of health in patient care

Holistic & Inclusive Therapeutic Approach

  • Inclusive & Supportive Environment:
    Foster an open, supportive, and inclusive space that welcomes couples from all walks of life.

  • Diversity Embraced:
    Embrace varying identities, cultures, and orientations, ensuring that all couples feel seen, respected, and valued.

  • Holistic & Trauma-Informed Care:
    Provide care that addresses the whole person and relationship, with a strong emphasis on trauma-informed practices alongside emerging evidence-based approaches tailored for couples work.

  • Ketamine Assisted Therapy (Optional):
    Offer Ketamine Assisted Therapy for couples as an option, integrating innovative treatment modalities when appropriate.

  • Somatic Awareness & Polyvagal Theory:
    Incorporate somatic awareness practices, including principles of Polyvagal Theory, to support the regulation of the nervous system and enhance relational healing.

  • Mindfulness-Based Therapy:
    Utilize mindfulness techniques to help couples cultivate presence, emotional regulation, and improved communication.

    Qualifications

    • Licensure: Must be licensed in the state of Ohio
    • Credentials: LPC, LSW, MFT, or Ph.D. in Psychology
    • AASECT Certification a plus
    • Strong clinical skills and ability to build rapport with patients and families
    • Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team

    Key Benefits

    • Competitive pay structure based on 50-60% of direct billable hours
    • Administrative support for client onboarding, billing, scheduling, marketing, and referrals
    • Gold-standard EHR system (SimplePractice), HIPAA-compliant email
    • Beautiful, fully furnished, non-clinical office space
    • Opportunities for professional growth, including offering CEU trainings, workshops, and retreats
    • Holistic wellness amenities: float room, halotherapy, infrared sauna, reiki, Ayurvedic medicine, and more
    • 30% discount on wellness services and events
    • Four free immersive wellness services per month (float tank, sauna, halotherapy)

    Commitment to Diversity

    We are dedicated to the pursuit of cultural competency and building a team that reflects the populations we serve.

    Employment Details

    • Full-time employee role; Contractor option if desired for independently licensed 
    • Availability to schedule a minimum of 32 direct client hours per week
    • All client-related responsibilities (documentation, paperwork) managed by the practitioner
    • The practice supports marketing, referrals, intake, billing, and office space
    • Practitioner must provide their own laptop

    How to Apply

    If you are a dedicated and compassionate couples therapist, please submit your resume and cover letter to joe@stellalunatherapy.com.

    Commute Requirement

    Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 (Admin hours and some direct hours may be completed remotely)

    Pay

    Based on % of direct billable hours per week

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Stella Luna Counseling and Wellness is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.