🌿 Clinical Therapist Position

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Location: Lynden, WA (with Telehealth across Washington)
Positions Open: 2 (minimum 20 sessions/week)
Reports To: Amanda Shannon, MA, LMFT (Owner & Clinical Director)

 

About Hope & Thrive Counseling Center

At Hope & Thrive, we believe that when clinicians are well-supported, they’re empowered to do their best work. We’re proud to offer a nurturing, collaborative environment where therapists can grow, specialize, and thrive — both professionally and personally. We focus on creating a community where clinicians feel respected, heard, and valued. When our therapists are thriving, so are their clients and our communities.

 

Job Overview

We’re seeking a compassionate, dedicated Clinical Therapist to join our dynamic and growing team. This role includes providing outpatient therapy to individuals, children/adolescents, couples, and/or families — either in-office (Lynden) or via telehealth. Clinicians have the freedom to choose their ideal client population and specialties, including (but not limited to): anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, Brainspotting, relationship issues, faith based and more.

What You’ll Love About Working Here: Benefits 

• Choose your own clients – We thoughtfully match you with clients aligned with your strengths and therapeutic style.

• Flexible scheduling – Set your hours and take vacation when you need it.

• Supportive community – Weekly individual and group supervision provided at no cost.

• Compensation for paperwork time – We value your time on and off the clock.

• W2 employment – We cover overhead and employment taxes so you don’t have to.

• Beautiful office spaces – Located in peaceful, welcoming environments.

• Health benefits stipend – Up to $275/month for health, vision, and dental coverage.

• Brainspotting training – Paid Level 1 training offered after one year of employment.

• Sick leave – Earn 1 hour per 40 hours worked, paid at your normal rate.

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Client Population:

Please note that a significant portion of our clients request faith-based counseling as part of their therapeutic services.

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Compensation

• $45 per 90837 session (hour session)

• $33.75 per 90834 (45 min session)

• $22.50 per 90832 (30 min session)

• $60 per 90791 intake (1 hour session and 30 mins of paperwork)

• Training pay during first month: $25/hour (to learn our systems)

• Free weekly supervision (individual and group)

 

Minimum Requirements

• Master's Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy

• Active Washington State Associate License (LMHCA, LMFTA, LICSWA)

• Reside in Washington State

• Willing and able to hold at least 20 client sessions per week (provided by the center)

Note: We’re open to considering recent or soon-to-be graduates who are in the process of becoming credentialed.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Membership with professional organizations (e.g., AAMFT, NBCC)

• Willingness to maintain CEUs and licensure requirements

 

Job Responsibilities

1. Provide high-quality individual, couples, and/or family therapy (in-person or telehealth).

2. Maintain current licensure and uphold all professional ethical standards.

3. Collaborate with clients' care teams (e.g., PCPs, psychiatrists, schools) as needed.

4. Complete clinical documentation (intake, progress notes, treatment plans, etc.) on the same day — we encourage in-session note-taking so your evenings are free!

5. Attend mandatory meetings and trainings.

6. Contribute positively to our team culture — respectful, collaborative, and professional.

7. Allow your image and bio to be published on our website and on Psychology Today.

8. Stay available for at least 48 working weeks per year, with the flexibility to see more than 20 clients/week if desired.

 

Why Join Hope & Thrive?

Working here feels like the best of both worlds — the independence of private practice, paired with the support of a close-knit group practice. You’ll have the autonomy to build a caseload around your ideal population and modalities, while also receiving structured supervision, administrative support, and a team that genuinely cares. We believe if the therapist is doing well then they are better able to service our community and avoid burn out.  

 

To Apply or Inquire:

📧 Amanda Shannon, MA, LMFT
Owner & Clinical Supervisor
📍 HopeThriveCounseling.com
✉️ ashannon@hopethrivecounseling.com
📞 (360) 485-0346

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