Art Therapist

NeuroSound Music Therapy, LLC.; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

NeuroSound Music Therapy, LLC. in Fairfax, Virginia seeks an Art Therapist to provide direct clinical services using art-based interventions. The role is hourly or part-time to start, with potential to move to full-time as the program grows.

The clinician will conduct assessments, develop and implement treatment plans, facilitate individual and group art therapy sessions, and document progress in accordance with professional standards. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team is essential.

Qualifications

• Certified Art Therapist with ATR/ATR-P/ATR-BC credential.
• Experience in clinical assessment and intervention using art-based methods.
• Knowledge of Mental Health and Psychology; trauma-informed practice.
• Willingness for clinical supervision, supervision of trainees where allowed.
• Master’s degree in art therapy, counseling, psychology, social work, or related field.
• Virginia licensure or credentialing in art therapy or mental health counseling.
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Experience with diverse populations; culturally responsive care.
• Ability to document clearly and manage caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Lead individual and group art therapy sessions.
• Document clinical progress per standards.
• Collaborate with other providers and participate in case consultations.
• Contribute to program development in expressive arts therapies.

Job description

Company Description

NeuroSound Music Therapy, LLC is a specialized therapeutic practice that integrates creative arts and evidence-informed approaches to support clients’ emotional, cognitive, and social well-being. The organization emphasizes individualized treatment plans that honor each client’s unique strengths, culture, and goals. Services are designed to create safe, supportive spaces where clients can explore self-expression, develop coping skills, and build resilience. Team members collaborate across disciplines to provide high-quality care and contribute to an inclusive, client-centered environment.

Role Description

This role will be hourly or part time to start, with the ability to move to full-time in the future. The Art Therapist will provide direct clinical services using art-based interventions to support clients in addressing mental health, behavioral, and developmental needs. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing and implementing treatment plans, facilitating individual and group art therapy sessions, and documenting clinical progress in accordance with professional standards. The role involves collaborating with other providers, participating in case consultations, and contributing to program development focused on expressive arts therapies.

Qualifications

• Certified Art Therapist - ATR, ATR-P or ATR-BC
• Candidates should possess strong skills in Art Therapy for clinical assessment and intervention.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of Mental Health and Psychology to support trauma-informed, evidence-informed therapeutic practice.
• Candidates should possess experience or readiness for Clinical Supervision, including receiving supervision and, where licensed and applicable, providing supervision to trainees.
• Relevant master’s degree in art therapy, counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Eligible for or holding appropriate state licensure or credentialing in art therapy or mental health counseling, in line with Virginia regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse clients and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience working with varied populations (e.g., children, adolescents, adults, neurodivergent individuals) and commitment to culturally responsive, inclusive care.
• Ability to maintain clear clinical documentation, manage caseload responsibilities, and uphold ethical and professional standards.