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A Road Through, a modern psychotherapy practice in Sherman Oaks, is seeking a motivated registered Associate Therapist (AMFT, APCC, or ACSW) to join our growing team.
We’re seeking a motivated associate to join our growing, collaborative practice in our beautifully designed Sherman Oaks office. Our space reflects the heart of ART—warm, modern, and intentionally created to support both clinicians and clients. Prior private practice experience is helpful, though not required.
This is a great opportunity for clinicians ready to grow within a private-pay practice that values creativity, authenticity, and community. We offer sick pay, weekly supervision, EMDR Consultation, and the opportunity to be part of a thoughtfully curated team of therapists.
We are looking for a highly motivated and organized clinician who is not afraid to put themselves out there and do the work required to build and maintain a strong caseload.
About Our Practice
A Road Through specializes in working with women, BIPOC individuals and couples, as well as creatives and professionals in the arts. Our approach is modern, relational, and grounded in trauma-informed care. We are a culturally responsive, LGBTQIA+ allied, and social justice-oriented practice committed to creating an inclusive and affirming space for all.
The ideal candidate is experienced, self-motivated, and looking for a long-term professional home where they can continue to expand their caseload while being part of a warm, values-aligned team.
What We Offer
- A beautiful new office in Sherman Oaks with thoughtfully designed therapy rooms
- Sick pay
- Weekly supervision and mentorship from experienced licensed clinician
- Supportive referrals and networking opportunities
- A hybrid work model with flexibility in scheduling
- Opportunities for growth within a collaborative practice
- EMDR/Brainspotting Consultation
What We’re Looking For
- Registered AMFT, APCC, or ACSW in good standing with the California BBS
- Minimum of 1,000 hours toward licensure
- Passion for working with women, BIPOC, creatives, and first-generation individuals
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Honesty, integrity and transparency in communication
- Self-starter with experience in marketing and networking
- Familiarity with attachment-based and psychodynamic approaches
- Trained in (or interest in) EMDR or Brainspotting a plus
- In Person availability on Monday afternoon and Friday mornings
Responsibilities
- Provide therapy to individuals and couples (hybrid: remote and in-office)
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and progress notes
- Participate in supervision and occasional team meetings
- Conduct consultation calls with prospective clients in timely manner
- Engage in networking and community-building efforts
- Uphold ethical, legal, and professional standards in clinical practice
Schedule & Location
- Part-time choose your own hours (minimum caseload of 10–15 clients/week)
- One full day or two half days in person is required (Monday and/or Fridays
- Hybrid work model — remote and in-person at our Sherman Oaks office
This position is a part-time position. You will be given clients from ART monthly, but it is also your responsibility to network and market yourself to bring clients into the practice.
Looking for a January start date.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $45.00 - $100.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience working with trauma? Are you interested in working with this population? (please answer in your own words. No AI generated responses)
- Tell me a little about yourself that I can't find on your resume (please answer in your own words. No AI generated responses)
- What interests you in applying to A Road Through? Have you seen the website and if so, what is your impression of the practice? (please answer in your own words. No AI generated responses)
- Private practice is heavy on marketing and networking to get client referrals. How do you feel about this as part of the job role? (please answer in your own words. No AI generated responses)
- What populations do you have experience working with? Which is your favorite and least favorite? (please answer in your own words. No AI generated responses)
- As a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and social justice–oriented practice, ART prioritizes inclusive and affirming care. What personal experiences, continuing education, or professional background have shaped your ability to work from this lens? (please answer in your own words. No AI generated responses)
- Have you been in personal therapy before? If so, how has that experience impacted you? (please answer in your own words. No AI generated responses)
- What populations or specialties are you most interested in working with? (please answer in your own words. No AI generated responses)
- Why did you become a therapist? (please answer in your own words. No AI generated responses)
- How many total hours do you currently have (out of 3000)
- Can you commit to seeing clients in person on Fridays (Sherman Oaks)?
- Have you participated in any advanced trainings after graduation? If so, what were they and how was that experience?
- Can you commit to seeing clients in person on Mondays (Sherman Oaks)?
- How many direct client hours do you currently have?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
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Who's Hiring
- Telos Health Systems20
- TeamHealth17
- Advocate Aurora Health14
- BlueSky Telepsych11
- Sutter Health9
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services28
- Education4
- Non-Profit & Social Services2
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in art psychotherapist jobs.
- Master's degree in art therapy or a closely related clinical counseling field
- Registered Art Therapist (ATR) or board-certified ATR-BC credential from ATCB
- Active state licensure such as LCAT, LPC, or LMHC depending on the jurisdiction
- Proficiency in individual, group, and family art therapy modalities across diverse populations
- Experience with trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and evidence-based treatment planning
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems and documentation standards for clinical settings
Tips for Your Art Psychotherapist Job Search
Tailor your resume to clinical settings
Highlight your modalities, client populations, and any evidence-based frameworks you use, such as trauma-informed care or attachment-based approaches. Generic mental health resumes get screened out when hiring panels are looking for art therapy-specific clinical language and ATR credentials.
Build a portfolio that shows process not product
Many employers expect to see documentation of your therapeutic art process alongside client outcomes. Include anonymized session notes, directive examples, and reflective commentary that demonstrates clinical reasoning, not just finished artwork, so interviewers understand your practice model.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists art psychotherapist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your licensure level
Job titles vary widely: art therapist, art psychotherapist, creative arts therapist, and expressive therapist often appear for the same type of role. Filter by your state license type, whether that is LCAT, ATR-BC, or LPC with art therapy training, so you're not applying to roles you can't legally fill.
Prepare a supervision and caseload narrative
Interviewers in inpatient, school, and community settings will ask how you manage a mixed caseload and when you escalate to a supervising clinician. Rehearse two or three specific examples that show your clinical judgment under real constraints, not hypothetical scenarios.
Negotiate continuing education and supervision support
Many art psychotherapist roles have narrow salary bands, so the most negotiable benefits are paid supervision hours toward licensure, conference attendance funding, and art material budgets. Ask about these in writing after a verbal offer rather than raising them in the first interview.
Art Psychotherapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most art psychotherapists?
The companies hiring the most art psychotherapists right now include Telos Health Systems, TeamHealth, and Advocate Aurora Health, with the largest share of openings in New York, Illinois, and Minnesota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, school districts, and community mental health centers consistently account for the bulk of active postings.
How many art psychotherapist jobs are remote?
About 67% of art psychotherapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of directive-based sessions. Telehealth roles do exist, particularly in individual outpatient therapy and clinical supervision positions where the art-making component can be supported through digital tools and mailed materials.
How do you become an art psychotherapist?
You start by earning a master's degree in art therapy from a program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Art Therapy Education. After graduating, you complete the required supervised clinical hours and pass the ATR-BC examination administered by the Art Therapy Credentials Board. Many states also require a separate clinical counseling license, so you'll need to meet your state's licensure requirements before practicing independently.
Can you get an art psychotherapist job with little or no experience?
Entry-level positions do exist, particularly in school systems, inpatient psychiatric units, and community mental health programs that hire new graduates under supervision. Your practicum and internship placements carry significant weight in lieu of paid experience, so documenting the client populations, settings, and directives you used during training makes a real difference. Some employers also hire for art therapy assistant roles as a pathway into full clinical positions.
What does the art psychotherapist interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial phone or video screen with HR, followed by a clinical interview with the therapy or program director where you discuss your theoretical orientation, caseload management, and supervision experience. Some employers, particularly schools and inpatient units, add a practical component asking you to design and walk through a sample group directive. Reference checks and a credential verification step typically follow before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to art psychotherapist jobs?
You can find and apply to art psychotherapist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your licensure level, clinical setting preference, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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