Mental health counselor (LCSW, LCPC, PhD, PsyD) with specialities in trauma and neurodivergence

NeuroClinic and Assessments; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Revenue sharing 60% first year, 65%

Health insurance

Disability

401k matching

Job summary

NeuroClinic and Assessments, PLLC in McHenry, IL, is seeking a full-time Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCSW, LCPC, PhD, PsyD) to provide individual psychotherapy for adults with trauma and neurodivergent populations, following trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming approaches.

You will conduct intake assessments, formulate diagnoses, create treatment plans, maintain timely documentation, and collaborate with a clinical team, with a goal of 23+ clients per week and coordination with

Qualifications

• Active, independent clinical license in Illinois (LCPC, LCSW, PsyD or PhD) or eligibility within defined time frame.
• Master’s or doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual psychotherapy for adults using trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming approaches.
• Conduct intake assessments, formulate diagnoses, and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation including assessments, plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Collaborate with the clinical team and coordinate care with external providers as needed.
• Participate in case consultations, staff meetings, and community outreach related to trauma and neurodivergence.

Skills

Trauma-informed therapy

EMDR

DBT

TF-CBT

IFS

Education

Master’s/doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

NeuroClinic and Assessments, PLLC is a growing private neuropsychology and psychology practice serving McHenry, Lake, and Cook, DuPage, and Kane Counties in Illinois. The practice focuses on neuropsychological testing for adolescents, adults, and older adults, and we our expanding our psychotherapy services. Clinicians work with a wide range of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral concerns, with particular attention to complex presentations. The team values evidence-based care, clinical collaboration, and a person-centered approach in supporting clients across the lifespan.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Clinical Mental Health Counselor position (LCSW, LCPC, PhD, PsyD) located in McHenry, IL, with a focus on trauma and neurodivergent populations. The clinician will provide individual psychotherapy to adults using trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming approaches. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting intake assessments, formulating diagnoses, and developing individualized treatment plans. The role involves maintaining a manageable caseload (goal of 23+ clients per week), providing ongoing therapy, monitoring progress, and adjusting interventions as needed. The clinician will collaborate with the broader clinical team, coordinate care with external providers when appropriate, and complete timely documentation in accordance with ethical and regulatory standards. Additional responsibilities may include participation in case consultations, staff meetings, and occasional community or educational outreach related to trauma and neurodivergence.

Mental Health Counselor Responsibilities

• Provide individual counseling for clients experiencing mental health concerns.
• Utilize evidence-based and trauma-informed treatment approaches, such as IFS, DBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, and other related interventions.
• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans based on client needs and progress.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including initial assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Conduct risk assessments, crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals as needed.
• Educate clients and families on trauma, coping skills, resilience, and recovery.
• Foster a safe, culturally responsive, trauma-informed therapeutic environment.
• Adhere to ethical, legal, and professional standards, including client confidentiality.
• Provide strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming counseling for autistic, ADHD, and other neurodivergent clients.
• Adapt therapeutic approaches and communication styles to meet cognitive, sensory, emotional, and executive functioning needs.
• Integrate trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming practices into treatment planning and care.
• Collaborate with families, schools, healthcare providers, and community partners to support client goals and well-being.

Requirements

• Active, independent clinical license in Illinois (LCPC, LCSW, PsyD, or PhD) or eligibility for such licensure within a defined time frame.
• Master’s/doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, social work or a related field
• Full-time caseload considered as 23+ clients per week
• Will complete electronic notes and documentation within 48 hours of session

What we offer

• This W-2 position offers a revenue-sharing model, with therapists receiving 60% of collected session fees for the first year and 65% each year thereafter (hourly earnings are roughly estimated as $90-100/hr for licensed clinical psychologists and $60-70/hr for others.)
• Steady referral stream
• Support staff to handle scheduling, billing, marketing, credentialing, and calls to insurance companies
• Benefits package including health insurance, disability, and 401k matching.