Associate Therapist (Shelton)

Connecticut Counseling Group; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Counseling Group seeks a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA) to provide outpatient counseling in Stamford, Danbury, Shelton, Norwalk, or Mystic. The role includes intake assessments, treatment planning, and delivering evidence-based interventions in a collaborative clinical setting.

Candidates must hold an active CT LPCA license (or eligibility), possess a master’s degree, and be comfortable with in-person and telehealth work.

Qualifications

• Requires active Connecticut LPCA license (or eligibility).
• Master’s degree in counseling, clinical mental health, psychology, social work, or related field.
• Experience with culturally responsive, trauma-informed counseling.
• Strong assessment, diagnostic formulation, and treatment planning abilities.
• Excellent communication and active listening skills.
• Comfort delivering in-person and telehealth services; basic EHR proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services (individual, couples, family).
• Conduct intake assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions and document clinical notes.
• Coordinate care with other providers and participate in supervision.
• Engage in case consultations and ongoing professional development.
• Assist with crisis intervention and collaborate with schools or community resources.

Skills

LPCA license

Master’s degree

Assessment skills

Treatment planning

Interpersonal skills

Telehealth

Electronic Health Records

Education

Master’s degree in counseling / related field

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Telehealth platforms

Job description

The Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA) will provide direct clinical services, including individual, couples, and family counseling for diverse clients in an outpatient setting. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting intake assessments, developing treatment plans, delivering evidence-based interventions, maintaining timely and accurate clinical documentation, and coordinating care with other providers as needed. The LPCA will participate in regular supervision, case consultation, and ongoing professional development to support growth toward independent licensure. Additional responsibilities may include crisis intervention, collaboration with schools or community resources, and contributing to a supportive, ethical clinical environment. This is a full-time, on-site role located in our Connecticut locations in Stamford, Danbury, Shelton, Norwalk, and Mystic.

Requirements

Hours: Mon-Friday 11am-7pm

Active Connecticut LPCA license (or eligibility) and completion of a master’s degree in counseling, clinical mental health, psychology, social work, or a related field.

Demonstrated ability to provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and evidence-based counseling to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

Strong skills in assessment, diagnostic formulation, and treatment planning, including familiarity with DSM-5 and standard clinical documentation practices.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills, with the ability to build rapport, maintain professional boundaries, and work collaboratively on multidisciplinary teams.

Comfort working with both in-person and telehealth platforms, including basic proficiency with electronic health records and related technology.

Commitment to ethical practice, ongoing supervision, and professional development, including openness to feedback and reflective practice.

Experience in outpatient mental health, community counseling, or similar settings is preferred; bilingual or multilingual abilities are a plus.

About the Company

Connecticut Counseling Group is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality mental health care to individuals and families across Connecticut. A team of licensed mental health professionals offers personalized, evidence-based counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. The practice emphasizes a collaborative, client-centered approach that supports healing, resilience, and meaningful, lasting growth. Services are available both in-person and via secure telehealth to ensure accessible care throughout the state. The organization’s mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities through integrity, clinical excellence, and a commitment to advancing mental wellness.