Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, or LPC)

Description

Job Title: Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, or LPC)

Compensation: $52,000-$75,000 annually; paid bi-weekly + $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!
Employment Type: W-2 Full-Time Employee; Exempt
Schedule: Office hours: Monday-Friday 8am-7pm; flexibility to schedule 35 hours of availability within those time frames
Location: This is an in person role based out of Alpharetta, GA

Role Summary

The Licensed Mental Health Therapist provides high-quality outpatient therapy to individuals, couples, and/or families. Success in this role means maintaining a consistent caseload, delivering evidence-based care, and completing documentation accurately and on time while collaborating with a supportive clinical team.  Preferred candidates will see children (5+ years of age), adolescents, and adults.

Licensed Therapist Responsibilities

•  Active, unrestricted license as a LCSW, LMFT, or LPC in GA
• Conduct assessments of bio-psycho-social needs and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide individual, family, and/or couples outpatient psychotherapy services using evidence-based modalities
• Actively seek parent and/or patient feedback regarding programming and therapy goals
• Complete timely and compliant clinical documentation
• Maintain an active caseload of a minimum of 27 clients per week within a minimum of 35 hours of availability
• Preferred candidates will have multiple days of up to 7pm availability
• Participate in clinical consultation, supervision, or team meetings as required
• Adhere to ethical standards, licensing requirements, and company policies
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $52,000-$75,000 annually; paid bi-weekly + $5,000 Sign-on Bonus! 
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• HSA (with employer contribution) and FSA options to help manage healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential mental health and life support resources
• Generous paid time off and additional paid holidays
• CEU reimbursement and opportunities for professional development
• Billing, credentialing, scheduling, and intake support
• Flexible scheduling: Administrative office hours are Monday-Friday 8am-5pm; flexibility to schedule 35 hours of availability between 8a-7p 

Requirements

 Licensed Therapist Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted license as a LCSW, LMFT, or LPC in GA
• Master’s or doctoral degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field
• Strong background in evidence-based practices (e.g., CBT, DBT, EMDR, ACT)
• Ability to provide therapy independently
• Comfort using an EHR and telehealth platforms
• Experience conducting psychotherapy with specific populations (children, adolescents, trauma, couples, etc.
• Experience in outpatient or group practice settings
•  Preferred candidates will be able to see children (5+ years of age), adolescents, and adults 

About Focus Forward Counseling and Consulting: 

Focus Forward Counseling and Consulting is a compassionate, client-centered practice dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families move forward with clarity, resilience, and purpose. We provide high-quality, evidence-based counseling and consulting services in a supportive and collaborative environment, meeting clients where they are and partnering with them to achieve meaningful, lasting change.

We are committed to creating a workplace where clinicians feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. Focus Forward fosters a culture of collaboration, professional growth, and ethical practice, allowing providers to focus on impactful clinical care without unnecessary administrative burden. We value diverse perspectives, thoughtful approaches to care, and a shared commitment to helping clients, and clinicians, thrive.

Focus Forward Counseling and Consulting is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. We believe diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives strengthens our teams and enhances the care we provide to the communities we serve.

Focus Forward Counseling and Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Focus Forward Counseling and Consulting is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Accommodation requests may be submitted to [email protected].