Primary Mental Health Therapist — Growth & Flexible PTO

Sandstone Care - Reston, Virginia; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible PTO

Health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Supportive team

Job summary

Sandstone Care – Reston, Virginia is seeking a Primary Mental Health Therapist to lead individual, group, and family therapy sessions within a multidisciplinary team. You will implement evidence-based treatment plans and support clients navigating mental health and dual-diagnosis challenges, with a focus on recovery goals.

The role requires a master’s degree in behavioral health sciences and an active VA license, with at least 3 years of relevant experience with ages 13–30 in detox/IOP PHP

Qualifications

• Requires master’s degree in behavioral health science (Clinical Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field).
• Active VA license in good standing required (LPC/Resident in Counseling/LCSW/Supervisee in Social Work/LMFT/Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy).
• Contingent upon passing a comprehensive background check (criminal records and motor vehicle reports).

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual, group, and family therapy using evidenced-based modalities.
• Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive treatment plans with clients and families.
• Ensure accurate, timely clinical documentation compliant with standards.
• Participate in utilization reviews and medical necessity discussions with insurers.
• Coordinate with families to align treatment goals and progress.
• Contribute to program development and family programming.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to ensure cohesive care.
• Assist in recruiting and mentoring clinical staff.
• Represent the organization positively with families, referral sources, and community partners.

Skills

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Family therapy

Client assessment

Education

Master’s degree in Behavioral Health Science

Job description

Sandstone Care – Reston, Virginia is seeking a Primary Mental Health Therapist to lead individual, group, and family therapy sessions within a multidisciplinary team. You will implement evidence-based treatment plans and support clients navigating mental health and dual-diagnosis challenges, with a focus on recovery goals.

The role requires a master’s degree in behavioral health sciences and an active VA license, with at least 3 years of relevant experience with ages 13–30 in detox/IOP PHP