Primary Therapist

Healthier You Counseling Center; American Fork (UT); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthier You Counseling Center seeks a dedicated Primary Therapist to provide individual, group, and family therapy from American Fork, UT. The role combines in-office sessions with flexible documentation and telehealth.

You will perform psychosocial assessments, create treatment plans, track progress, and coordinate with other providers. The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or MFT, and is licensed or eligible for licensure in Utah.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a closely related behavioral health field.
• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure in Utah (LCSW, LMFT, CMHC or equivalent).
• Experience with treatment planning and dual diagnosis presentations.
• Ability to manage a full clinical caseload and use electronic health record systems efficiently.
• Strong therapeutic communication skills and cultural humility.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy to clients.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor client progress and adjust interventions as needed.
• Coordinate care with other providers and maintain timely clinical documentation.
• Participate in case consultations and team meetings; provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Offer education and support to clients and families; adhere to ethical and regulatory standards.

Skills

Treatment Planning

Dual Diagnosis

Case Management

Therapeutic communication

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work / Counseling / MFT

Job description

Company Description

Healthier You Counseling Center is a trauma proficient mental health practice dedicated to providing accessible, client-centered counseling and therapy services. The center focuses on supporting individuals and families through evidence-based interventions, compassionate care, and personalized treatment. Team members collaborate to create a supportive environment that encourages professional growth, ethical practice, and cultural responsiveness. Healthier You Counseling Center values clinicians who are committed to improving mental health outcomes and enhancing overall well-being for clients.

Role Description

The Primary Therapist is a full-time clinician responsible for providing individual, group, and family therapy services to clients at Healthier You Counseling Center. This role is based in American Fork, UT, with a combination of in-office sessions and flexibility for documentation and telehealth services. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting psychosocial assessments, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, monitoring client progress through scheduled therapy sessions, and adjusting interventions as needed. The Primary Therapist will coordinate care with other providers, maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, and participate in case consultations and team meetings. Additional duties may include providing crisis intervention, offering education and support to clients and families, and adhering to all ethical, legal, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Clinical treatment skills, including Treatment Planning and experience working with Dual Diagnosis presentations.
• Background in Social Work or related counseling fields, with competence in Case Management and client advocacy.
• Knowledge of Chemical Dependency, substance use disorders, and related recovery-oriented interventions.
• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, CMHC, or equivalent) in the state of Utah.
• Strong therapeutic communication skills, cultural humility, and the ability to build collaborative, trusting relationships with clients.
• Experience with evidence-based practices, including training in Critical Memory Intergration and Accelerated Resolution Therapy. This can be done after hiring.
• Ability to manage a full clinical caseload, maintain thorough documentation, and use electronic health record systems efficiently.
• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a closely related behavioral health field.