Licensed Therapist

Muirwoodteen; Sonoma (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10k sign-on bonus for licensed therapists

Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k + match, PTO, FSA, EAP

Job summary

Muirwoodteen in Sonoma, CA, is seeking a full-time therapist to provide individual, family, and group therapy for teens aged 12–17 in a supportive, collaborative environment. This role requires a Master's or Doctorate in a relevant field, an active California license, and a strong background in trauma-informed care with at least 2 years of experience in high-acuity settings.

The position comes with a competitive salary range of $90,000–$125,000 and a $10,000 sign-on bonus, alongside full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in residential treatment, inpatient behavioral health, or high‑acuity settings.
• Active CA license: LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, PhD, or PsyD.
• Experience with adolescents in mental health or substance use treatment.

Responsibilities

• Provide weekly individual, family, and group therapy using various modalities.
• Conduct biopsychosocial and risk assessments to guide treatment planning.
• Develop and maintain individualized treatment plans.

Skills

DBT

CBT

ACT

Trauma-informed care

Education

Master's or Doctorate in psychology, counseling, social work, or MFT

Job description

Description

$90,000–$125,000 (based on experience) + $10,000 Sign-on Bonus | Licensed (LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, PhD/PsyD) | Sonoma, CA Full-Time

This position is full-time, onsite and one day out of the weekends is included Sunday - Thursday.

About the Role: Provide individual, family, and group therapy for teens ages 12–17 in our Joint Commission-accredited residential treatment program. You'll be embedded in the milieu alongside psychiatrists, nurses, and fellow clinicians—not isolated in an office. This is meaningful clinical work with adolescents facing mental health and substance use challenges.

Why Join Us:

• $10k sign-on bonus for licensed therapists
• Mission-driven work helping teens and families through crisis
• Collaborative team based environment
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k + match, PTO, FSA, EAP

Requirements

What You’ll Do

• Provide weekly individual, family, and group therapy using DBT, CBT, ACT, and trauma-focused modalities
• Spend time in the milieu building rapport, modeling interventions, and shaping treatment in real time
• Conduct biopsychosocial and risk assessments to guide treatment planning
• Develop and maintain individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate in daily and weekly multidisciplinary team meetings
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule and provide crisis support as needed
• Note: This is a full-time, in-person role that includes one weekend day in your regular schedule

What We’re Looking For

Must Have:

• Master's or Doctorate in psychology, counseling, social work, or MFT
• Active CA license: LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, PhD, or PsyD
• 2+ years in residential treatment, inpatient behavioral health, or high‑acuity settings
• Experience with adolescents in mental health or substance use treatment
• Strong background in trauma‑informed care and evidence‑based modalities

Preferred:

• 3+ years in adolescent residential or psychiatric care
• Training in EMDR, relapse prevention, or motivational interviewing
• Experience with family systems work and co‑occurring disorders

About Muir Wood

We provide trauma‑informed, relationship‑centered residential treatment for teens ages 12–17 struggling with mental health and substance use challenges. Our multidisciplinary team works together to help adolescents and families heal. Muir Wood Teen Treatment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All positions require LiveScan background check.