Position Title: Licensed Mental Health Therapist / Psychotherapist
Practice Name: Birch Therapy
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (Hybrid / Remote / On-Site)
Location: Raleigh, North Raleigh, or Durham, NCAbout Birch Therapy
At Birch Therapy, we believe growth and healing happen in a grounded, compassionate, andsupportive environment. Like the birch tree—a symbol of new beginnings, resilience, andadaptability—our practice is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’schallenges, build emotional strength, and foster meaningful connections. We prioritizeevidence-based care delivered with warmth, authenticity, and respect for every client's unique story.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and licensed Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, LCMHC, orequivalent) to join our growing clinical team, as an independent contractor. In this role, you willmanage a caseload of clients, conducting comprehensive clinical assessments, developing tailoredtreatment plans, and delivering high-quality psychotherapy. Whether working with adults, adolescents, couples, or families, you will serve as a trusted partner in their mental health journeywhile collaborating with a supportive team of like-minded professionals.
Key Responsibilities:- Clinical Care: Provide individual, group, or couples therapy utilizing evidence-basedmodalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, ACT, Psychodynamic, EMDR, or Gottman Method).○ Part Time: 10 clients, at least 2 shifts, 5 clients per shift.○ Full Time: 20 clients, at least 4 shifts, 5 clients per shift.○ Full Time without shared office: 25 clients, at least 5 shifts, 5 clients per shift.
- Assessment & Diagnosis: Conduct initial intake assessments, formulate clinical diagnoses, and develop measurable, client-centered treatment plans.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation (intakenotes, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries) within our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Crisis Management: Assess and manage client risk appropriately, utilizing risk-assessmentprotocols and crisis intervention strategies when necessary.
- Collaborative Care: Consult and collaborate with external providers (physicians, psychiatrists, school counselors) to ensure holistic client care.
- Professional Growth: Participate in team meetings, case consultations, and ongoingprofessional development to refine clinical skills and stay aligned with best practices. Werequire attendance to monthly team lunch and strategic planning day one day peryear. Qualifications & Skills
- Education: Master’s or Doctoral degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Psychology from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Active, unencumbered license to practice independently in NC (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LPCC, PsyD, PhD). Provisionally licensed candidates (e.g., LMSW, AssociateCounselors) pursuing full licensure may be considered depending on clinical supervision availability.
- Experience: 2+ years of post-licensure clinical experience preferred at prior agency.
- Clinical Expertise: Proficiency in standard psychotherapy modalities and strong diagnosticskills.
- Professionalism: High ethical standards, strong boundary management, and deepcommitment to cultural humility and inclusive care.
- Technical Skills: Comfortable using EHR platforms, secure telehealth software, and digitalcommunication tools.
What We Offer:- Competitive Compensation: Generous per-session fee split based on experience andlicensure. We have 4 tiers: 50% (interns), 60% (emerging), 65% (experienced), or 70%(senior).
- Work-Life Integration: Flexible scheduling with control over your appointment calendarand mix of telehealth/in-person sessions. We do require evening availability based onclient needs; a minimum of 2 nights per week 7pm or later, with 90% of your caseloadafter 3pm.
- Administrative Support: Full billing and intake support so you can focus entirely on clientcare.
- Supervision & Consultation: Regular peer consultation groups, mentorship, and clinicalsupport.
- Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance options can be purchased by cliniciansthrough the practice plan.
- Warm Culture: A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven team environment that valuesclinician well-being.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and want to grow alongside a supportiveteam, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your résumé/CV and a brief cover letteroutlining your clinical background and approach to our Director of Operations, Ginger Espino, atoperations@birchtherapypllc.com with the subject line "Therapist Application – Birch Therapy."
