Full-Time CBT Therapist

CBT Collective; United States; On-site; USD 125,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401K with matching

Annual continuing education stipend

Collegial work environment

Job summary

A leading mental health practice in the United States is seeking exceptional therapists specializing in CBT to join their collegial team. Candidates should have expertise in CBT, DBT, and other evidence-based treatments, along with a commitment to professional growth. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment focused on providing high-quality care. Applicants must be licensed in NY, NJ, or CT, with experience in child and family therapy preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed mental health professional in NY, NJ, or CT required.
• Expertise in CBT, DBT or ACT, with experience in child, couples, and/or family therapy preferred.
• Self-motivated and a strong desire to learn and grow as a clinician.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to diverse patient populations in line with clinical best practices.
• Implement evidence-based treatment modalities tailored to client needs.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through consultation and training.

Skills

CBT expertise

DBT knowledge

Evidence-based treatment skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Masters-level education or higher in counseling/therapy

Job description

Base pay range

$125,000.00/yr - $285,000.00/yr

We are hiring exceptional therapists with CBT expertise

We are looking to hire exceptional, self-motivated therapists with strong training and expertise in CBT, DBT and/or other evidence-based treatment modalities (e.g., ACT) to join our collegial practice.

To be considered for this role, you must be a licensed mental health professional (license in NY, NJ, or CT required).

Clinicians are expected to schedule 25-30+ client-facing hours each week, including 15+ client-facing hours per week in-person in one of our offices and 10+ client-facing hours per week after 5pm.

We have offices in Manhattan (NYC), Scarsdale (NY), Parsippany (NJ), Stamford (CT), and Greenwich (CT).

Who We Are

CBT Collective is a growing group of 20+ experienced mental health professionals providing high-quality therapeutic and assessment services, both virtually and in person, across the New York metropolitan area. Our practice is built on gold-standard, evidence-based treatment and a supportive, collaborative atmosphere. We are committed to providing the best possible CBT-based care to our clients.

What sets CBT Collective apart is the quality of our care. We’ve built our training model around the idea that great clinicians are always growing. Regardless of experience, every clinician on our team receives ongoing training and mentorship from nationally and internationally recognized leaders in CBT. These experts are not only at the forefront of the field’s primary accrediting body but are also bestselling authors, leaders in top professional organizations, international trainers, and well-established researchers.

We strive to offer our clinicians the best possible resources and work environment. We continue to grow our back-office support function to minimize administrative work and allow our clinicians to focus on their clients—so they can achieve the best possible therapeutic outcomes.

We also pride ourselves on having an incredible community of dynamic, talented, and engaging clinicians who are a joy to work with every day. We invest heavily in our clinicians’ training, offering weekly individual consultation, group consultation, and didactics with nationally and internationally recognized trainers in the field.

You can learn more about our practice at www.cbtcollective.com.

Training

At CBT Collective, therapists have the opportunity to engage in clinical consultation and training with master CBT therapists, such as:

Jason Duncan, Ph.D., founder of CBT Collective, is an expert CBT practitioner who has trained at leading CBT institutions, including the Beck Institute and The American Institute for Cognitive Therapy, and held leadership roles with NYC-CBT and ABCT. He is the host of Sanity Podcast, ABCT’s first official podcast collaboration, where he interviews renowned CBT experts (get a better sense of Dr. Duncan’s personality by listening to Sanity – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sanity/id1513773243 ). He is known for his knowledge of clinical theory and implementation of exposure-based principles. Dr. Duncan is warm and easy to connect with for patients and collaborators alike, and is committed to providing the best resources and support possible to his team.

Scott Waltman, Psy.D. is a master clinician at the forefront of modern CBT. With a wealth of experience as a clinician, international trainer, bestselling author, and clinical researcher, Dr. Waltman brings a unique blend of expertise, insight, and compassion to his work. He specializes in case-conceptualization driven therapy and is known for his extensive knowledge of therapeutic tools and cutting‑edge strategies. He has achieved multiple advanced certifications in CBT, including the ABPP board certification. He is President‑Elect and a full Fellow of the Academy of Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies, board member for the International Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, Global Ambassador for the World Confederation of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies, and editor of Advances in Cognitive Therapy. He has authored numerous peer‑reviewed publications and best‑selling books.

Francine Broder, Psy.D. was a core faculty member at the Beck Institute for over a decade – one of the leading international CBT training organizations established by the renowned CBT founder, Dr. Aaron Beck. She has extensive experience treating adults across a range of mental health conditions and frequently presents workshops on topics such as depression, suicide prevention, and disordered eating. She has Certified Diplomate status from the Academy of Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies and has published in the areas of eating disorders and applied psychology. During her time at the Beck Institute, she had a cardinal role in developing and disseminating many of the organization’s CBT trainings, provided individual/group consultation, and led comprehensive workshops and seminars, training countless clinicians at the national and international level.

Robert Hindman, Ph.D. was also a core faculty member at the Beck Institute for a decade and was instrumental in developing and disseminating many of the organization’s CBT trainings. During his time there, he trained countless clinicians at the international level, through individual/group consultation and provided comprehensive workshops and seminars. He also worked at the systems level by helping organizations develop specialized treatment programs to revamp their approach to client care. Beyond his deep expertise in CBT, Dr. Hindman is known for his extensive knowledge in integrating mindfulness into treatment. He has co‑authored book chapters, wrote the Beck Institute online course on CBT for Anxiety Disorders, and has published several journal articles.

Trent Codd, LCMHC is the chair of the Training and Credentialing Committee and full Fellow of the Academy of Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies, setting the standard of CBT certification nationwide. He has advanced post‑graduate training, including graduating from the International Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Foundation’s and the National Tourette Syndrome Association’s Behavior Therapy Training Institutes. He is a Board‑Certified Behavior Analyst and a Certified Trainer/Consultant in CBT. Beyond this, he provides trainings for various empirically supported treatments, including new wave modalities like ACT and RO‑DBT, and has authored numerous peer‑reviewed publications and influential books.

As part of their training experience, clinicians at CBT Collective have the opportunity for their sessions to be reviewed and scored by these senior trainers, who all have years of experience doing so as part of main CBT accrediting bodies.

Responsibilities

• Provide the best care possible to diverse patient populations in line with clinical best practices and ethical standards
• Implement evidence‑based treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, and ACT; tailoring interventions to individual client needs
• Collaborate with colleagues and engage in comprehensive case consultations and formulation
• Engage in continuing education on latest technologies, methodologies, and practices in the field
• Timely completion of progress notes and client on‑boarding/off‑boarding processes
• Attending weekly individual consultation, group consultation, and didactics
• Additional opportunities for Psychological Evaluations to supplement therapy work (for Psychologists)

Qualifications

• Masters‑level education or higher in counseling/therapy (Psychologist, LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, LMFT)
• Expertise in CBT, DBT, or other evidence‑based treatments (e.g., ACT), with experience with child, couples and/or family therapy preferred
• Licensed in NY, NJ, or CT required (licensure required in at least one of these states prior to employment start date; must have applied to the other state(s) at least 2 weeks prior to employment start date)
• Self‑motivated and driven to provide the best possible care for clients
• Kind, warm, and positive personality
• Collaborative individual who enjoys working in a supportive network of clinicians
• Strong desire to learn and grow as a clinician, with a sense of curiosity

Working with CBT Collective - what makes our practice special

• Competitive Compensation: We’ll help you set competitive rates and increase your rate with increased experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401K with matching, HSA/FSA, life insurance, annual continuing education stipend, full coverage of malpractice insurance, commuter and additional fringe benefits.
• Develop your expertise: We strongly believe in investing in our clinicians’ growth. Stay on the cutting edge of evidence-based treatment modalities and methodologies, with opportunities for continuing education
• Support and Consultation: Access individual and group consultation with our world‑class training staff, as well as various training opportunities and guest speakers.
• Focus on your Clients: We do the heavy lifting of client acquisition and on‑boarding, providing you clients who are a good fit for your expertise and our practice.
• Collegial Environment: Join a supportive and engaging team of like‑minded professionals who prioritize your growth and success.
• Office Space: As therapists we know that environment matters! We have invested to make sure our permanent office spaces are intentionally designed to be both beautiful and functional, providing welcoming and comfortable space for clients and clinicians alike.

Commitment to Diversity

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace and candidate experience. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or caregiver status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Not sure you meet all the qualifications? We still encourage you to apply.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Industries

Mental Health Care

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