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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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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in associate psychotherapist jobs.
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or clinical psychology
- Active registered associate license or intern registration in the state of employment
- Experience providing individual, group, or family therapy under clinical supervision
- Proficiency with an electronic health record system for session documentation and treatment planning
- Training or certification in at least one evidence-based modality such as CBT, DBT, or trauma-focused therapy
- Ability to meet billable session requirements while maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation
Tips for Your Associate Psychotherapist Job Search
Tailor your resume to licensure stage
Hiring managers for pre-licensed roles want to see your registered associate number, supervising license holder, and required supervision hours completed to date. List those details near the top so recruiters don't have to dig for compliance information.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists associate psychotherapist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight modality training on your resume
Employers often screen for specific clinical approaches like CBT, DBT, or EMDR before reviewing anything else. Name each modality you're trained in, note the certifying body or training program, and briefly state the population you've applied it with.
Target postings that name supervision structure
Some job descriptions describe how supervision is provided and by whom, which directly affects your path to full licensure. Prioritize those postings and ask a clarifying question in your cover letter if the supervision arrangement isn't clear.
Prepare a caseload and population narrative for interviews
Interviewers for associate psychotherapist roles almost always ask what populations you've worked with and how you manage a caseload. Prepare a concrete answer covering client volume, presenting concerns, session frequency, and how you document progress notes.
Negotiate supervision hours in your offer conversation
Beyond salary, your offer negotiation should cover guaranteed weekly individual supervision hours, group supervision access, and whether the employer counts telehealth sessions toward licensure hours in your state. These details vary by employer and directly affect your timeline to independent practice.
Associate Psychotherapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most associate psychotherapists?
CentraCare, LGTC, and Eye Cue Mental Health are hiring the most associate psychotherapists right now, with openings concentrated in California, New York, and Minnesota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Community mental health centers and group private practices tend to post the highest volume of associate-level openings at any given time.
How many associate psychotherapist jobs are remote?
About 67% of associate psychotherapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability depends heavily on your state's telehealth supervision rules. Roles focused on adult individual therapy and substance use counseling tend to have the highest share of remote or hybrid arrangements compared to in-person school-based or intensive outpatient positions.
How do you become an associate psychotherapist?
You become an associate psychotherapist by completing a qualifying master's degree in counseling, clinical social work, marriage and family therapy, or a related field, then applying for your state's registered associate or intern license. After that, you work under a board-approved supervisor, accumulate the required supervised clinical hours, pass any required licensure exams, and apply for full independent licensure once your hours are complete.
Can you get hired as an associate psychotherapist with no prior clinical experience?
Yes, some employers hire associate psychotherapists who have completed their supervised practicum and internship hours during graduate school but have no post-degree experience yet. Community mental health agencies and group practices that offer structured supervision programs are the most likely to consider recent graduates, especially if your graduate placement involved a population or modality they serve. Emphasize your graduate clinical hours, supervisor references, and any specialized training in your application materials.
What does the associate psychotherapist interview process look like?
Most associate psychotherapist interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your licensure status, supervision needs, and availability, followed by a clinical interview where you discuss your theoretical orientation, caseload experience, and how you handle documentation requirements. Some employers ask you to describe a case conceptualization or walk through how you'd approach a specific presenting concern. References from clinical supervisors are typically required before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to associate psychotherapist jobs?
You can find and apply to associate psychotherapist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that match your licensure status, preferred population, and location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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