HCPC Clinical or Counselling Psychologists

The Witherslack Group; Remote; GBP 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in Wakefield seeks HCPC Registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologists to deliver digital therapy services. The role involves providing high-intensity CBT and evidence-based interventions via digital platforms, requiring strong digital literacy and interpersonal communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, the flexibility of full-time or part-time contracts, and opportunities for professional development and remote working. Ideal candidates will possess significant experience and a strong commitment to maintaining client engagement and safety in a remote setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary (£54,584 – £64,058)

25 days annual leave

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Extensive employee perks and benefits

Qualifications

• HCPC Registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologists accredited with BPS.
• Minimum five years post-doctoral qualification experience required.
• Experience delivering evidence‑based psychological therapies.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-intensity CBT and other evidence-based interventions digitally.
• Maintain therapeutic alliances with clients.
• Engage in continuous professional development and supervision.

Skills

High-Intensity CBT delivery

Digital literacy

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) or Counselling Psychology (DCPsych)

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Zoom

Clinical case management systems

Job description

HCPC Clinical and Counselling Psychologists Digital Therapist

The HCPC Clinical and Counselling Psychologists Digital Therapist role is ideal for HCPC Registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologists Chartered with BPS. This position is a vital part of the Spectrum mental health team, delivering evidence-based psychological talking therapies digitally (video, phone, text).

Key responsibilities include providing high‑intensity CBT (HI‑CBT) and other structured evidence‑based interventions digitally, adhering to our clinical governance frameworks to ensure effective and safe care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Psychological Evidence‑Based Interventions
• Provide high‑intensity CBT (HI‑CBT) and other structured evidence‑based interventions digitally (video, phone, text‑based).
• Deliver NICE‑recommended therapies, including:
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Compassion‑Focused Therapy (CFT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Counselling for Depression (CfD)
  • Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
  • Behavioural Activation (BA)
  • Mindfulness‑Based Interventions
• Tailor individualised treatment plans based on client needs and NICE guidelines.
• Adapt interventions for remote delivery, ensuring therapeutic effectiveness in a digital format.
• Determine appropriate treatment pathways within a stepped‑care model.
• Utilise Spectrum.Life digital platforms to deliver structured psychological therapies.
• Guide clients in engaging with self‑help tools, psychoeducation, and digital therapy resources.
• Maintain a therapeutic alliance and client engagement in a remote setting.
• Work within clinical governance frameworks to ensure safe, ethical, and effective digital therapy.
• Adhere to data protection (GDPR), confidentiality, and safeguarding policies.
• Engage in regular clinical supervision, CPD, and peer consultation.
• Participate in clinical audits, data analysis, and outcome evaluations to enhance service effectiveness.
• Provide feedback on digital service improvements to enhance client engagement.
• Support the development of mental health tools and online therapy innovations.

Qualifications

• Full accreditation and registration with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) (mandatory).
• Completion of a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) or Doctorate in Counselling Psychology (DCPsych) accredited by the BPS and approved by the HCPC.
• Minimum of five years post‑doctoral qualification experience.
• Proven experience delivering High‑Intensity CBT in IAPT or another relevant service.
• Experience providing other evidence‑based psychological therapies in line with NICE guidelines (e.g., IPT, ACT, EMDR, BA, CFT, CfD).
• Experience working within an IAPT or stepped‑care model.
• Experience working with adults and children 6+ therapeutically.
• Experience in screening adults and children, assessing risk, and implementing safety plans.
• Strong digital literacy skills and the ability to adapt interventions for online platforms.
• Experience using video conferencing software for therapy delivery (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom).
• Proficiency in clinical case management systems (CSM) for record‑keeping and reporting.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams), email, and internet‑based tools.
• A clean record with the associated regulatory body (HCPC for Clinical and Counselling Psychologists).
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, GDPR, and safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong ability to plan, organise, and prioritise workload efficiently.
• A commitment to continuous professional development (CPD) and clinical supervision.
• Ability to work afternoons and evenings, supporting clients in different time zones if required.

Desirable

• Experience delivering evidence‑based trauma therapies, including:
  • Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Trauma‑Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF‑CBT)
  • Trauma‑Informed Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TI‑CBT)
  • Compassion‑Focused Therapy (CFT)
• Clinical supervision experience.
• Experience delivering remote therapy in digital mental health services.
• Experience working with standardised mental health measures, such as:
  • CBT‑Adapted Rating Scale (CBTRS)
  • Generalised Anxiety Disorder Scale (GAD‑7)
  • Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ‑9)
  • Work and Social Adjustment Scale (WSAS)
  • Core Outcome Measures (COMs)
  • Depression Anxiety Stress Scales (DASS‑21)
  • Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD‑7)
  • Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS)
  • Trauma Symptom Checklist (TSC‑40)
  • Post‑Traumatic Stress Disorder Checklist (PCL‑5)

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£54,584 – £64,058, including paid school holidays).
• Full‑time or part‑time permanent contract.
• Remote working.
• 25 days annual leave.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and a wide range of health and wellbeing supports.
• The opportunity to work in a strengths‑based and inclusive way and contribute to a bigger shift in changing societal attitudes towards mental health and wellbeing.
• Remote supervision.
• Training, guidance and support to allow you to do your role to the best of your ability.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and expertise through learning and training.
• Chance to contribute to the development and shaping of a new and exciting service.
• Extensive list of employee perks and benefits available on the company intranet.

Location and Hours

Based in the UK (specifically Wakefield) but offers remote working options. Typical working hours include afternoons and evenings to support clients across time zones.