Mental Health Therapist
Take the Next Step in Your Career: Join Our Team as a Mental Health Therapist
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of your current role in community mental health? Do you dream of focusing solely on client care, free from the administrative burdens and pressures outside the therapy room?
Are you currently working in private practice but feel stuck in a box, unsupported or disconnected from your team? Are you searching for a healthier, more collaborative work culture that prioritizes your growth and well-being?
At Creating Space Therapy, we offer something different—a supportive, thriving environment where your expertise can truly shine and your well-being is a priority. We understand how important it is to feel valued and appreciated—not just as a therapist, but as a person.
If you’re ready to join a practice where your voice is heard and your expertise is celebrated, we’d love to meet you.
Why Choose Private Practice at Creating Space Therapy?
At Creating Space Therapy, we’ve created a practice designed to remove the stress from therapy so you can focus on what matters most: your clients. We’ve built a private practice where therapists thrive in a culture of connection, support, and professional growth. Here’s how we stand apart:
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Freedom from Extra Burdens: No more excessive paperwork, billing headaches, or insurance claims—we handle it all so you don’t have to.
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Autonomy Meets Support: Shape your sessions to align with your therapeutic style while benefiting from a collaborative team environment.
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A Balanced Schedule: Build a schedule that works for you and your clients, with flexibility for hybrid work and up to one virtual day.
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A Supportive Culture: We emphasize mutual respect, collaboration, and shared values, creating a positive and welcoming environment.
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Freedom to Explore Your Passion: We encourage you to explore your interests, clinical passions, and unique niches, so your work feels meaningful and aligned with who you are.
Your Role: Focus on What You Do Best
In this full-time role, you’ll provide therapy to adults navigating life’s challenges including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, You’ll maintain an average of 24 completed sessions per week (available for up to 30 scheduled to account for cancellations), supported by a steady stream of referrals. This position allows you to dedicate your time and energy to meaningful client work without the distractions of administrative tasks. We encourage you to use evidence-based modalities that align with your expertise.
What We Offer: A Comprehensive Benefits Package
We value your growth, well-being, and professional success. Here’s how we show it:
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Competitive Pay: Earn compensation for billable hours, meetings, and notes, with bonus opportunities based on your license and experience.
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Healthcare Reimbursement: Receive $200 per month to use toward premiums, deductibles, prescriptions, copays, or any other healthcare expense.
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Paid Time Off: Enjoy PTO, holidays, sick days, and training days to ensure rest and rejuvenation.
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Retirement Savings: Plan for your future with a Simple IRA and a 3% employer match.
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Streamlined Workload: Focus solely on therapy while we take care of billing, marketing, and scheduling.
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Professional Development: Expand your skills with a $500 annual CEU stipend, access to training resources, and weekly group and individual supervision.
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EMDR Training: Learn EMDR with basic training cost shared at 50%
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Malpractice Insurance: Feel secure with coverage provided by us.
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Steady Client Referrals: Stay busy and fulfilled with a consistent flow of clients aligned with your expertise.
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Collaborative Environment: Thrive in a friendly, supportive team culture that emphasizes connection and mutual respect.
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Team Bonding: Quarterly team outings provide opportunities to recharge, connect, and create lasting memories.
Who We’re Looking For
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Educational Background: A Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
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Licensure: Active LSW, LPC, LCSW, or LCPC in Illinois.
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Experience: A minimum of one year post-graduate experience is preferred; Experience or training in trauma-focused modalities like EMDR, Somatic Therapy, or IFS is highly desirable.
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Commitment to Professional Growth: A desire to expand clinical expertise by pursuing areas of specialization and preferred treatment approaches, supported by Creating Space Therapy’s encouragement and resources.
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Growth-Oriented: A motivated therapist ready to thrive in a team-centered environment that fosters personal and professional development.
Why Now?
This is your chance to leave the stress of community mental health behind and step into a private practice that values you. At Creating Space Therapy, you’ll find the autonomy, support, and connection you’ve been searching for—along with a team that celebrates your skills and prioritizes your well-being. If you’ve been longing for a healthier, more collaborative work environment, Creating Space Therapy is the place for you. Here, your contributions will be celebrated, your well-being prioritized, and your professional growth supported every step of the way.
Ready to Take the Leap?
Start a new chapter in your career—one where you feel supported, inspired, and free to focus on the work you love. Apply today to join a private practice that truly values you and offers the culture, support, and autonomy you’ve been seeking.
To apply: Send a cover letter and resume to kelly@creatingspacetherapy.com
Child and Teen Mental Health Therapist
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Child & Teen Mental Health Therapist (LSW/LPC or LCSW/LCPC) with advanced training in trauma modalities, such as EMDR, play therapy, CBT, somatic therapy, or polyvagal theory, to join our team.
This position is available full-time (24 completed sessions with 30 hours a week availability). Availability for two evening shifts or one-weekend shift is required. This position has the flexibility to be hybrid or fully in-person which is determined based on the needs of our clients. Please note, this is not a fully remote position.
Why Join Us?
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Work-Life Balance: We prioritize flexible scheduling and a positive work culture to support your well-being.
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Competitive Pay & Benefits
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Additional benefits include a health care reimbursement, 401(k),CEU reimbursement, paid supervision, and more.
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Supportive, Growth-Oriented Environment: Join a team dedicated to professional development, collaboration, and creating meaningful change for clients and therapists alike.
Key Responsibilities
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Conduct individual therapy for children and teens, utilizing age-appropriate, evidence-based approaches including EMDR, play therapy, CBT, somatic therapy, and mindfulness-based practices.
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Develop personalized treatment plans aligned with each client’s unique needs and therapeutic goals.
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Communicate and coordinate with families, schools, and other relevant support systems to enhance client outcomes.
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Complete required documentation, including intake notes, progress notes, treatment plans, and termination notes, in a timely and organized manner.
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Attend mandatory staff meetings, supervision, and ongoing training as directed by Creating Space Therapy.
Qualifications
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Master’s or Doctoral Degree in counseling or social work.
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Licensed in Illinois (LSW/LPC or LCSW/LCPC).
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Specialized training or experience in trauma and grief therapy for children and teens is preferred.
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Knowledge of and experience with EMDR, play therapy, CBT, somatic therapy, or polyvagal theory is highly valued.
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Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
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Passion for working collaboratively within a team and a commitment to Creating Space Therapy’s mission, vision, and values.
This Position May Not Be Right For You If:
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You’re seeking a position to simply “clock in and out” without long-term investment in the practice.
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You’re not passionate about our mission, vision, and values or prefer not to work collaboratively.
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You are not interested in completing 24 sessions/week.
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You intend to open your own practice in the near future, as we seek team members committed to growing within Creating Space Therapy.
Benefits:
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PTO: 1 hr earned for every 40 hours worked.
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$500 annual CEU stipend
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$200 monthly health care expense reimbursement (can be used toward premiums, deductible and other out-of-pocket expenses)
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3% 401(k) matching
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Paid for no-shows and late cancellations
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Paid orientation
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Paid clinical supervision
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Additional opportunities for pay including blogging and community presentations
To apply: Send a cover letter and resume to kelly@creatingspacetherapy.com