EMDR Therapist

Healing Roots Therapy; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Healing Roots Therapy in Mississauga, Ontario, seeks an experienced clinician to provide evidence-based psychotherapy, including EMDR, to adolescents and adults within a collaborative, trauma-informed practice.

You will maintain a steady caseload, participate in supervision, and work with a supportive team that values structure, accountability, and compassionate client care.

Qualifications

• Masters in Counselling/psychotherapy or related field.
• CRPO or CPBAO registration with regulatory college.
• EMDR certification is a strong asset.
• Minimum 1 year post-graduation psychotherapy experience.
• Experience providing EMDR therapy to trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and related concerns.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of clients; provide in-person psychotherapy.
• Conduct initial intake sessions and establish treatment direction.
• Use EMDR and trauma-informed approaches as clinically appropriate.
• Document thoroughly in electronic charting and records.
• Participate in supervision and ongoing professional development.
• Collaborate with team and coordinate referrals as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Cultural humility

Clinical judgment

Organizational skills

Education

Master's in Counselling/Psychotherapy or related field

CRPO or CPBAO registration

Job description

Are you a dedicated and experienced therapist with advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) looking for an opportunity to thrive in a collaborative and trauma-informed practice? Healing Roots Therapy is seeking a compassionate and skilled professional to join our team in Mississauga, Ontario. In this role, you will provide evidence-based psychotherapy, including EMDR, to adolescents and adults experiencing trauma and other mental health concerns, while working within a supportive and collaborative clinical environment.

Who We Are

At Healing Roots Therapy, we believe that the strength of our team directly shapes the quality of care we provide. As an independently owned psychotherapy clinic, we are committed to offering personalized, thoughtful support to individuals, couples, and families within a space that prioritizes both connection and clinical integrity.

Our team includes over 25 trained professionals, including registered psychotherapists and social workers, who draw from a range of evidence-informed approaches to meet the unique needs of each client. We are intentional in delivering care that is both grounded in clinical knowledge and rooted in genuine, human connection.

Our clinic environment is designed with purpose. From our welcoming physical space to the way our team collaborates, we aim to create a setting where both clients and staff feel supported, respected, and able to engage meaningfully in their work. Our administrative team plays an essential role in this, helping to maintain structure, coordination, and a consistent client experience through thoughtful communication and day-to-day operations.

We are guided by values of structured care, diversity & inclusivity, growth, collaboration, transparency, support and communication . Being part of Healing Roots Therapy means contributing to a team that holds a high standard for professionalism and accountability, while also fostering a positive, structured, and supportive workplace where every role is recognized as part of the care we provide.

What We're Looking For

At Healing Roots Therapy, we are intentional in the way we support our clients. We are looking for a clinician who values depth, consistency, and meaningful therapeutic work, and who takes pride in building strong, ongoing relationships with the individuals and families they support.

You bring a structured and thoughtful approach to your work, recognizing that regular attendance and continuity are essential to effective therapy. You actively support clients in maintaining engagement in the process, understanding that this consistency allows for deeper exploration and more meaningful, lasting outcomes. Our approach is not centered on short-term or one-time support, but on providing quality care that fosters growth over time.

You are both clinically grounded and professionally accountable, able to balance therapeutic presence with the organizational and documentation standards required for high-quality care. You take initiative when needed, manage your caseload responsibly, and approach both clinical and administrative responsibilities with consistency, attention to detail, and professionalism.

You value collaboration, ongoing growth, and ethical practice, and engage in supervision and team connection as part of your development as a clinician. Most importantly, you approach your work with empathy, respect, inclusivity, and a genuine commitment to supporting clients in a meaningful and impactful way.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of 15 clients per week, providing in-person therapy services (individuals ages 14 and up)
• Conduct initial intake sessions with new clients to assess needs and establish treatment direction
• Assess client readiness for EMDR and implement stabilization and resourcing strategies when indicated.
• Complete complimentary 20-minute phone consultations to assess fit and support appropriate client matching
• Develop and deliver personalized, evidence-informed treatment plans based on client goals and clinical formulation
• Ensure accurate, thorough, and timely documentation, including session notes, reports, correspondence with consented third parties, legal documentation, and physician letters, in alignment with professional and regulatory standards
• Maintain up-to-date client records, ensuring continuity and quality of care
• Coordinate and manage client-specific service needs, including referrals and collaborative care where appropriate
• Provide individual psychotherapy to adolescents and adults using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and other evidence-based, trauma-informed interventions as clinically appropriate.
• Participate in case consultation, clinical meetings, and ongoing professional development.
• Practice in accordance with the ethical and professional standards of your regulatory college and maintain client confidentiality.
• Manage an active caseload while providing high-quality, client-centred care.
• Contribute to a collaborative, respectful, and supportive team culture.
• Participate in clinical supervision (external supervision or access our internal group supervision) to support ethical practice, professional growth, and quality client care

Requirements

• Masters in Counselling/psychotherapy or related field.
• Registered with the CRPO or CPBAO
• EMDR Certification (EMDRIA or equivalent) considered a strong asset.
• At least 1 year (post graduation) of experience practicing the act of psychotherapy.
• Experience treating single-incident and/or complex trauma using the standard EMDR protocol.
• Registration in good standing with the appropriate regulatory college (e.g., CRPO, CPO).
• Experience providing EMDR therapy to individuals experiencing trauma, PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, attachment-related concerns, grief, and other mental health challenges.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed, attachment-based, and client-centred approaches to psychotherapy.
• Ability to integrate EMDR with other therapeutic modalities based on client needs.
• Experience working with diverse populations and demonstrating cultural humility in clinical practice.
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills.

Availability & Work Structure

• This role requires availability 1 evening (2pm-8:30pm), 1 weekend day Sunday or Saturday (9am-4pm) and 1 weekday morning (9am-2pm) a week during to support client accessibility and continuity of care
• This is a fully in-person position, allowing for deeper connection and engagement with clients
• Our in-person model reflects our commitment to providing high-quality, relational, and consistent care within the clinic environment
• Fully equipped clinic: thorough administrative support that includes scheduling, billing, IT support.
• Fully electronic charting, scheduling, payments, and billing (from 9am-8:30pm)
• Diverse Referrals fully covered
• Access to in-house free Group supervision twice a month
• Work get togethers: we foster a team connection in afield that can sometimes feel isolating. We genuinely enjoy coming together for team lunches, staff events, and celebrating each other’s milestones and successes along the way.
• Opportunity to collaborate with like-minded clinicians in a supportive and dynamic environment with team members who value work / life balance, happiness, humour, and healthy lifestyles
• Quarterly in house 2 hour lunch and learns/workshops/info sessions within the field of psychotherapy, along with the opportunity to also host and share your expertise.

We thank all applicants for considering a career with us; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Incomplete applications (including those without Big 5 Personality Test results,) may result in delayed follow-up.