Mental Health Therapist Jobs in South Carolina

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Engage Counseling & Wellness is a growing private practice in Charleston, South Carolina, dedicated to helping clients regain clarity, balance, and direction in their lives.

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable mental health counselor to join our team as an independent contractor. The ideal clinician is committed to providing evidence-based, personalized care in a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment.

Our practice serves individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds. We support clients navigating concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, family dynamics, life transitions, self-esteem, ADHD, autism, substance use, career challenges, and work-life balance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician who values autonomy, meaningful client relationships, professional collaboration, and being part of a welcoming, growth-oriented practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, couples, or family counseling based on your experience and areas of clinical focus
• Conduct intake assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Use evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to each client’s needs and goals
• Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential clinical documentation
• Monitor client progress and update treatment plans as appropriate
• Coordinate care with other professionals when clinically necessary and authorized by the client
• Follow all applicable ethical, legal, privacy, and professional standards
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and sound clinical judgment
• Participate in team communication and consultation as appropriate
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive experience for every client

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, or a closely related field
• Current South Carolina clinical license or associate license in good standing, such as LPC, LPC-A, LMFT, LMFT-A, LISW-CP, or LMSW
• Professional liability insurance
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills
• Familiarity with evidence-based therapeutic approaches
• Ability to work independently while remaining communicative and collaborative
• Commitment to ethical, culturally responsive, and client-centered care
• Dependable, organized, and comfortable managing an independent caseload
• Experience in a private-practice or outpatient setting is preferred

Clinicians Who May Be a Great Fit

We welcome clinicians with experience or interest in areas such as:

• Anxiety, stress, and depression
• Trauma and PTSD
• Grief and loss
• Relationships, couples, and family dynamics
• Life transitions and personal growth
• Self-esteem, identity, and boundaries
• ADHD and autism support
• Addiction and substance-use concerns
• Eating disorders and body image
• Career navigation and work-life balance
• Faith-integrated counseling
• EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS, CBT, ACT, attachment-based, somatic, or other evidence-based approaches

Specialization in every area listed above is not expected. We value clinicians who understand their strengths, practice within their scope, and bring an authentic therapeutic style to their work.

What We Value

At Engage Counseling & Wellness, we believe effective therapy begins with genuine connection. Our clinicians combine compassion and clinical expertise to help clients better understand themselves, build practical skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

We value:

• Compassionate, personalized care
• Evidence-based clinical practice
• Collaboration and open communication
• Inclusivity and respect
• Professional integrity
• Continued learning and development
• A healthy, positive team culture

Position Details

• Independent contractor position
• Location: 670 Marina Drive, Charleston, SC 29492
• Schedule: 15-25 clients per week
• Service format: In-person / telehealth / hybrid

If you are looking for an opportunity to build meaningful client relationships while working alongside a compassionate and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter describing your clinical experience, therapeutic approach, preferred client populations, and current availability.

Engage Counseling & Wellness welcomes qualified applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to fostering an inclusive environment for clinicians and clients.

Pay: $40,000.00 - $129,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person