Private Practice Counselor (LPC, LMFT)

Overview
Oak River Counseling is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Private Practice Counselor (LPC, LMFT) to join our mental health team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality therapeutic services to diverse client populations, including children, adolescents, teen, couples, and adults. This role offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on holistic mental health care, utilizing evidence-based practices and fostering client growth. The counselor will be responsible for conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and delivering individual, group, and family therapy sessions. As a therapist-owned and led practice, we understand the unique challenges and deep rewards of doing this work. Our mission is to provide high-quality mental health care while creating a supportive, flexible, and growth-oriented environment for our therapists.

We are currently expanding our team and are looking for two compassionate, motivated clinicians to join us—either fully licensed or associate-level therapists

What You Can Expect:

✅ W2 Employment Status Enjoy the stability of W2 employment—with taxes handled and no need to track self-employment paperwork.

✅ Flexible Scheduling Create a schedule that fits your life. We trust you to know how and when you do your best work.

✅ Competitive Pay We offer compensation that reflects your experience, clinical skill, and client engagement.

✅ Caseload provided

✅ Admin handles intake scheduling, billing and support.

✅ Workers’ Compensation & Paid Professional Liability Insurance We make sure you’re supported and protected in your role.

✅ 6 Paid Holidays We value your rest and downtime—it's essential to sustainable clinical work.

✅ Start as Soon as You're Credentialed We begin credentialing immediately upon hiring, so you can start seeing clients quickly. Our admin team manages the process.

✅ Streamlined Scheduling System Our Office Manager schedules all new client intakes for you. After that, you manage your own schedule however works best for you.

✅ Annual Productivity Bonus We believe your dedication should be rewarded. You’ll be eligible for a year-end bonus based on your productivity and caseload.

✅ A Collaborative, Supportive CultureWork in an environment that encourages growth, collaboration, and meaningful work.

✅ Transparent, Percentage-Based Pay
Pay is flexible and reflects your clinical work. Your paycheck is based on a competitive percentage of the revenue you generate, ensuring your effort and engagement are directly rewarded.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Licensed or Associate-Level Clinicians: ALC, LMFTA, LPC, or LMFT
• Able to provide a minimum of 24 clinical hours per week for full-time
• Skilled in working with individuals, couples, or families
• Committed to inclusive, ethical, and high-quality care
• Eager to be part of a collaborative, heart-centered team

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive client assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide one-on-one therapy to clients managing a range of emotional, relational, or behavioral challenges
• Facilitate group therapy sessions in a safe and inclusive setting
• Offer case management services as needed to support clients’ treatment goals
• Deliver behavioral therapy tailored to client needs
• Provide crisis intervention services when appropriate
• Maintain timely, ethical, and accurate clinical documentation and coding
• Stay current with best practices through continued professional development

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field
• Licensed or Associate Licensed: LPC, ALC, LMFT, or LMFTA
• Experience working with individuals, couples, and families
• Strong clinical skills and ability to engage a diverse range of clients
• Excellent documentation, time management, and organizational skills
• Familiarity with insurance documentation and coding (a plus)
• A values-aligned approach that is holistic, evidence-based, and ethical
• A desire to be part of a growing, collaborative, and mission-driven private practice

When Can You Start?

As soon as you're credentialed, we begin the process immediately after hiring to ensure a smooth and timely start. You’ll be fully supported every step of the way.

Learn more about our practice: oakrivercounseling.com

Healing work deserves a healing workplace. We’d be honored to support your next chapter.

—Oak River Counseling

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $81.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Experience:

• counseling: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• LPC/LMFT or ALC/LMFTA or related field (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Enterprise, AL 36330 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Enterprise, AL 36330: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person