Clinical or Counseling Psychologist – Family Therapy Program

Brown University Health; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous sign-on bonus

Stipend for academic promotions

4 weeks’ vacation

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a clinical or counseling psychologist for our Family Therapy Program in Providence, Rhode Island. This role involves providing comprehensive evaluations and treatments for couples and families, utilizing the McMaster Model.

Candidates must hold a PhD or PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology and be licensed or license-eligible in Rhode Island. The position offers a M–F schedule, a generous sign-on bonus, competitive salary, and excellent benefits including professional development allowances and a robust support system.

Qualifications

• PhD or PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA‑accredited program required.
• Clinical internship from an APA‑accredited program required.
• Licensed or license‑eligible in Rhode Island (completion of postdoctoral fellowship).

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive family assessments and treatment with couples and families.
• Treat a broad range of mental and behavioral health conditions.
• Consult during monthly psychiatric case conferences.

Skills

Couples or family therapy

Team-based care

Diverse patient population

Education

PhD or PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology

Clinical internship from an APA-accredited program

Licensed or license-eligible in Rhode Island

Job description

Make a lasting difference in the lives of couples and families by providing evidence-based, empathetic psychological care in a collaborative setting. Brown University Health (Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, and Newport Hospital - affiliated hospitals of the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University) is seeking a clinical or counseling psychologist to join our Family Therapy Program to support couples and families of any size and constellation toward healthier relationships and emotional well‑being. The licensed psychologist will provide multidimensional evaluations and treatments using the McMaster Model, a comprehensive problem‑centered method supported by over 40 years of research. Prior experience in couples or family therapy is required‑supplemental training in the McMaster Model is provided. Involvement in our ongoing research program may be possible, along with involvement in the training of psychology or psychiatry residents or fellows affiliated with the Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University. A clinical faculty appointment may be available for a candidate who meets the criteria.

About You:

• PhD or PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA‑accredited program required
• Clinical internship from an APA‑accredited program required
• Licensed or license‑eligible in Rhode Island (includes completion of postdoctoral fellowship)
• Prior training in couples or family therapy required
• Desire to work in a team‑based care model and collaborate with other providers
• Drawn to a diverse patient population and range of clinical presentations
• Interest in academic teaching and working in an academic medical center

Job Details:

• 100% outpatient setting working with couples and families
• M–F schedule, 40 hours per week (30 hours clinical, 10 hours administrative)
• Conduct comprehensive family assessments and treatment with couples and families
• Treat a broad range of mental and behavioral health conditions
• Opportunity to consult during monthly psychiatric case conferences
• Leadership and teaching opportunities
• Strong administrative support
• EPIC EMR system with continuous optimization
• Dynamic leadership team that values work‑life balance

Compensation & Benefits:

• Generous sign‑on bonus
• Competitive base salary, tiered by years of experience
• Additional income potential
• Stipend for academic promotions
• $2,000 professional allowance for licensing and CEUs + 5 professional days
• Excellent insurance and retirement benefits (401k with 6% match after 1 year, 3‑year vesting)
• Eligible for the Student Loan Debt Benefit Program
• 4 weeks’ vacation, generous sick leave

About Us:

Brown University Health (BUH) is the largest physician organization in Rhode Island, academically affiliated with The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. With over 850 providers, BUH offers a wide array of services, including comprehensive Behavioral Health Services. Our department hosts over 40 psychologists across different levels of care and specialty clinics. The robust representation of psychologists in our leadership speaks to an environment where psychology is valued in tandem with psychiatry. Join our collaborative, multidisciplinary team and be part of an organization that values psychology and behavioral health as integral to overall patient care.