Clinical Therapist Lead

Thriving Center of Psychology; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

CEU stipend

Gym/fitness reimbursement

Administrative and clinical support

Growth opportunities

Group consultation

Job summary

Thriving Center of Psychology is seeking an experienced Clinical Lead Therapist to join our clinician-led group practice in a hybrid New York position. You will mentor a pod of clinicians while maintaining a direct client caseload and upholding evidence-based care.

You will collaborate with Clinical Managers on system improvements, quality initiatives, and team-wide development. Ideal candidates have 3+ years post-licensure and a NY independent license, with a strong preference for

Qualifications

• Active independent license in New York (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 3 years post-licensure experience.
• Demonstrated leadership, strong clinical judgment, and mentoring experience (supervisory or lead role preferred).
• Dedication to evidence-based mental health care.
• Experience in outpatient or private practice settings strongly preferred.
• Ability to work in a hybrid (New York) position.
• Must reside in either NY or NJ.
• To be considered, we are unable to hire current Thriving Center clients at this time.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Active Caseload: Provide high-quality, direct client care while serving as a role model for clinical excellence and service standards within your pod of clinicians.
• Clinical Leadership & Mentorship: Offer first-line support, consultation, and guidance to your team; encourage evidence-based practice, mentorship, and a psychologically safe, collaborative culture.
• Operational & Caseload Support: Guide scheduling practices, caseload management, and ensure timely, accurate documentation. Identify and elevate workflow, burnout, and operational concerns to leadership.
• Team Development: Lead onboarding and integration of new clinicians; support ongoing professional development and skills enhancement for team members.
• Leadership Collaboration: Work directly with Clinical Managers and leadership on systems improvement, quality initiatives, and communication across the team.
• On-Call Coverage: Provide after-hours support as needed.
• Cross-Time Zone Support: Collaborate with clinicians across EST, CST, and PST time zones as required.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Clinical judgment

Collaboration

Education

Active independent license in NY (LCSW/LMHC/LMFT or equivalent)

Job description

Clinical Lead Therapist – Thriving Center of Psychology

Thriving Center of Psychology is a nationally recognized, clinician-led group practice dedicated to delivering evidence-based therapy and upholding the highest standards of mental health care. Our multidisciplinary team of psychologists, psychiatrists, and independently licensed mental health professionals is committed to fostering both client success and clinicians' ongoing professional growth.

We are seeking an experienced and licensed Clinical Lead Therapist to join our team. This unique leadership position is ideal for therapists passionate about mentorship, clinical excellence, and collaborative practice. If you are a clinician with proven leadership capabilities who thrives in a supportive, growth-oriented environment, this opportunity was designed for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain Active Caseload: Provide high-quality, direct client care while serving as a role model for clinical excellence and service standards within your pod of clinicians.

• Clinical Leadership & Mentorship: Offer first-line support, consultation, and guidance to your team; encourage evidence-based practice, mentorship, and a psychologically safe, collaborative culture.

• Operational & Caseload Support: Guide scheduling practices, caseload management, and ensure timely, accurate documentation. Identify and elevate workflow, burnout, and operational concerns to leadership.

• Team Development: Lead onboarding and integration of new clinicians; support ongoing professional development and skills enhancement for team members.

• Leadership Collaboration: Work directly with Clinical Managers and leadership on systems improvement, quality initiatives, and communication across the team.

• On-Call Coverage: Provide after-hours support as needed.

• Cross-Time Zone Support: Collaborate with clinicians across EST, CST, and PST time zones as required.

Qualifications:

• Active independent license in New York (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent)

• Minimum of 3 years post-licensure experience

• Demonstrated leadership, strong clinical judgment, and mentoring experience (supervisory or lead role preferred)

• Dedication to evidence-based mental health care

• Experience in outpatient or private practice settings strongly preferred

• Ability to work in a hybrid (New York) position

• Must reside in either NY or NJ.

• To be considered, we are unable to hire current Thriving Center clients at this time.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

• Annual CEU stipend and gym/fitness reimbursement

• Minimal paperwork – no insurance or billing hassles

• Full administrative and clinical support

• Diverse caseload tailored to clinician interests and expertise

• Weekly group consultation and individual clinical support

• Clear path for growth within a rapidly expanding organization

• Strong, clinician-led culture with regular social and professional events

Why Thriving Center of Psychology?

• True work-life balance: 40-hour work week with a manageable caseload target (27 clients/week)

• Opportunities to grow as a clinician and into advanced leadership roles

• Genuine clinical community with experienced leadership driving practice decisions

• Focus on both client outcomes and clinician wellbeing

Leadership Team:

Our leadership includes:

• Dr. Alex Alvarado, Psy.D., Founder & CEO (expert in phobias and PTSD)

• Dr. Douglas Polster, Ph.D., Chief Operating Officer (sports neuropsychology specialist)

• Chelsea Humphrey, LMFT, Director of Operations (expert in couples and multicultural care)