Associate Counsellor or Psychologist

ESSENCE LEADERSHIP PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A mental health practice in Singapore is looking for Psychotherapists and Counsellors at various experience levels. This independent contractor role offers the freedom of private practice while providing support and infrastructure. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in a relevant field and be committed to professional standards. The role includes managing diverse therapy cases and contributing to personal professional growth. This is an opportunity to be part of a meaningful practice that prioritizes deep therapeutic connections.

Benefits

Training and certification in Integrative Essence Therapy

Support with marketing and client acquisition

Flexible working schedule

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant clinical field is essential.
• Valid professional indemnity insurance is required for qualified clinicians.
• Full Registration with the SAC or SPS is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse caseload delivering individual, couples, or family therapy.
• Build professional profile and produce thought-leadership content.
• Participate in clinical supervision and training.

Skills

Integrative approach

Comfortable using technology

Professional standards

Commercial awareness

Education

Master’s degree in Counselling, Psychology, or related clinical field

Completed academic coursework for a recognised Master’s

Job description

Overview

⚠️ IMPORTANT ELIGIBILITY NOTE:

This role is openstrictly to candidates who already hold valid legal status to work in Singapore (e.g., Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, or existing holders of a valid work permit/LOC).

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Who We Are

Dr OM & Associates exists to dismantle the narrative that therapy is solely about crisis management. We believe that true mental health is the foundation of a life lived with agency, clarity, and depth.

We are a collective of clinicians who refuse to settle for surface-level symptom reduction. Our work sits at the intersection of clinical rigour and profound human connection, serving a community of clients who are ready to move beyond coping and towards reclaiming their authentic selves.

We are expanding a centre for high-impact therapeutic work, a place where trust is the currency and transformation is the standard.

In everything we do, we operate by a set of core values:

• PURPOSE - To alleviate unnecessary suffering for all.

• VISION - To create a world where mental and physical health co-exist as complementing therapies and priorities.

• MISSION - To help people reconnect to their innate power.

• VALUES - Care, Love and Respect

Job Brief

Practice with Depth, Autonomy and Support.

We are inviting Psychotherapists and Counsellors, from Senior Consultants to Associates, to join a practice designed for deep work.

This role is for the clinician who wants the freedom of private practice without the isolation or administrative burden.

We provide the brand, the premium, private clinical space, the administrative infrastructure, and the client acquisition funnel. You provide the clinical excellence.

What You'll Do

• Clinical Mastery: Manage a diverse caseload from intake to discharge, delivering high-impact individual, couples, or family therapy.

• Growth & Reputation: Actively build your professional profile. We support you in producing one piece of thought-leadership content per month to attract clients specifically aligned with your expertise.

• Continuous Evolution: Participate in clinical supervision and training, including certification in our proprietary Integrative Essence Therapy (IET) framework.

• Entrepreneurial Spirit: You view your practice as a partnership. You are proactive in retaining clients through quality care and comfortable discussing fees and treatment plans.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking clinicians who are professional, integrative, and dedicated to the business of therapy.

• Integrative Approach: You have a strong foundation in your primary modality and are willing to adapt your approach to serve the client’s needs. You are open to learning and applying new tools.

• Modern Outlook: You are comfortable using technology and data to support your clinical work.

• Professional Standards: You understand the responsibilities of private practice, including ethical boundary management and administrative discipline.

• Commercial Awareness: You understand that private practice is a service business. You are comfortable discussing fees, rebooking clients, and proactively marketing your expertise.

What You'll Bring With You

We are accepting applications for the following tiers:

• Senior Clinician (5+ Years): You are an expert in your modality. You handle complex cases with ease and may offer supervision to junior associates. SAC/SPS Supervisor status is highly advantageous.

• General Clinician (2–5 Years): You have a solid clinical foundation and are ready to deepen your practice within a structured, supportive environment.

• Associate Clinician (0–2 Years): You are early in your journey, seeking to build your skills under rigorous supervision while managing a specific, appropriate caseload.

• Trainee Clinician (completing practicum): Currently completing a recognised Master’s practicum. Focus is on accumulating clinical hours under strict supervision.

General Requirements for All Levels:

• Education (Qualified Clinicians): Master’s degree in Counselling, Psychology, or related clinical field.

• Education (Trainees): Completed academic coursework for a recognised Master’s and currently completing practicum/placement.

• Insurance (Qualified Clinicians): Valid professional indemnity insurance required.

• Insurance (Trainees): PI insurance requirements differ; details confirmed during screening (many trainees are covered under training institution/placement arrangements).

• Registration: Full Registration (or eligibility for registration) with the SAC (Singapore Association for Counselling) or SPS (Singapore Psychological Society).

What This Role Is (and Isn’t)

This Role IS:

• Supported: You are backed by a clinic that handles marketing, booking, billing, and room management.

• Flexible: You act as an independent professional with control over your schedule.

• Structured: We provide a clear framework for practice management and clinical delivery.

This Role IS NOT:

• A Passive Engagement: We look for active engagement and a desire to do deep work with clients.

• An Employee Role: This is an independent contractor position focused on clinical delivery.

Why Join Us

Dr OM & Associates was founded on the conviction that mental health care should be a structured pathway to reconnecting people with their strength, rather than simply managing symptoms. We have created a quiet, professional environment designed to allow you to work with clarity and presence.

We invite you to join a practice that prioritises depth over breadth. This is an opportunity to alleviate suffering through clinical excellence and genuine connection, free from the distractions of the modern world. If you are seeking a professional home that honours the therapeutic relationship and supports your continued development as a clinician, this is where you belong.

Additional Notes

• Contract: Independent Contractor Agreement.

• Professional Certification: Selected associates will receive full training and certification in our proprietary framework, Integrative Essence Therapy (IET). This advanced training is provided at no cost, subject to a retention agreement, equipping you with unique tools for deep structural work.

• Probation: A 3-month probation period applies.