Full-Time Licensed or Associate Therapist - Couples, Individuals, Adults

Palo Alto Therapy; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance including dental, vis

Paid time off and sick leave

401k

Malpractice insurance provided

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

Palo Alto Therapy in California is seeking a licensed therapist to join a therapist‑owned practice with a collaborative, supportive culture. You will work with individuals, teens, and couples, while our administrative team handles scheduling, billing and marketing so you can focus on clinically meaningful work.

We offer flexible in‑person and telehealth roles, ongoing training, and a competitive compensation package of $100,000/year for full‑time clinicians, with annual CE access and supervision

Qualifications

• Active California license or associate registration required (LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC).
• Experience working with individuals, teens, and couples.
• Training in Gottman Method or EFT preferred.
• Comfortable using evidence‑based approaches (CBT and other modalities).
• Collaborative, team‑oriented mindset.
• Available at least 2 afternoons or evenings per week (weekends a plus).

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy across individuals, teens and couples.
• Engage in ongoing training and weekly consultation.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure quality care and client matching.
• Deliver in-person and telehealth services as needed.

Skills

Active CA license

Experience with individuals/teens/cou‑

CBT

Gottman Method

EFT

Collaborative mindset

Evening availability

Education

Licensed Therapist CA (LMFT/LCSW/LPCC)

Job description

Join Our Passionate Team at Palo Alto Therapy!

Are you a therapist who enjoys working with a varied caseload — individuals, teens, adults, and couples? At Palo Alto Therapy, we’re a therapist‑owned practice with a collaborative, supportive culture, and we’re looking for someone who’s comfortable and enthusiastic about working across multiple populations.

Our administrative team handles scheduling, billing, and marketing so you can stay focused on what you do best: great clinical work. Clients are carefully matched to therapists based on clinical interest and fit — so you’re working with people you’re genuinely passionate about helping.

Why Work with Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Licensed therapists earn $100,000 (full‑time) as a W‑2 employee
• Serious About Training: Weekly consultation and skills groups plus a minimum of 18 CE credits per year — provided at no cost to you
• CBT & OCD Certification: Full certification training provided through Palo Alto Therapy
• Couples Support: Couples‑specific consultation group and supervision for therapists building or expanding their couples caseload
• Great Client Matching: We take the time to match you with clients you’re excited to work with
• No Admin Hassles: We handle scheduling, billing, intake, and marketing so you can focus on clients
• In‑Person & Telehealth: Hybrid options available depending on role and location
• Community‑Centered Practice: A genuine team culture — not just a room rental with a shared waiting area

Requirements

• Active California license or associate registration required (LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC)
• Experience working with individuals, teens, and couples required
• Training in Gottman Method or EFT preferred
• Comfortable using evidence‑based approaches (CBT and other modalities)
• Collaborative, team‑oriented mindset
• Available at least 2 afternoons or evenings per week (weekends a plus)

Locations

Palo Alto, Menlo Park, San Jose, CA | In‑person and hybrid options available

Benefits

Full‑Time

• Health insurance including dental, vision, and life (we cover 50% of your premium)
• PTO and paid sick leave
• 401k
• Malpractice insurance covered
• Cell phone reimbursement

All Staff

• Weekly consultation and skills groups
• Minimum 18 CE credits per year provided
• CBT and OCD Certification through Palo Alto Therapy
• Couples‑specific consultation group
• Client matching based on your clinical interests

What Therapists Say:

"PAT is a very positive work environment. The practice goes above and beyond to offer regular consultation and training opportunities and promote a supportive culture. The care coordinators and administrative team are exceptional, allowing therapists to focus on their clinical work. One of the best places I have worked."

"I love that you get the feel of working in a private practice but still have co‑workers around you. Everyone shares resources and they are team oriented. PAT really tries to match you with the clients you want to work with and are passionate about. There is so much opportunity for training."

"The kindness and thoughtfulness of everyone at PAT has been something I'm not used to from past jobs. I can’t imagine working somewhere else."

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