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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice private practice therapist in the United States is $51.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.27 and $55.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an apprentice private practice therapist?

An Apprentice Private Practice Therapist is a mental health professional in training who works under the supervision of a licensed therapist in a private practice setting. They provide counseling services to clients while gaining hands-on experience, completing required clinical hours, and developing therapeutic skills. Apprentices work with individuals, couples, or groups, addressing various mental health concerns. This role helps them fulfill licensing requirements and transition into independent practice.

What are the typical responsibilities and daily tasks of an apprentice private practice therapist?

As an Apprentice Private Practice Therapist, your daily tasks often include conducting supervised client sessions, preparing case notes, and participating in regular supervision meetings with a licensed therapist. You may also assist with client intakes, treatment planning, and administrative duties such as scheduling or responding to client inquiries. This apprenticeship provides hands-on experience, allowing you to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings while receiving guidance and feedback. The role is designed to support your professional development while ensuring ethical and effective client care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the apprentice private practice therapist position?

To thrive as an Apprentice Private Practice Therapist, you need a foundational knowledge of psychological theories, counseling techniques, and commonly a relevant degree in counseling, psychology, or social work. Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems, scheduling software, and sometimes progress note templates is beneficial. Excellent listening skills, empathy, professionalism, and the ability to build trust with diverse clients are standout soft skills. These abilities are crucial for supporting clients effectively while developing your competency and reputation in a private practice setting.

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Infographic showing various Apprentice Private Practice Therapist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,649 per year, or $51.3 per hour.

Private Practice Therapist

Caring Therapists

Port Orange, FL โ€ข On-site

$70 - $120/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Caring Therapists, a group private practice in Florida, is looking for part-time child psychotherapists to join our thriving group practice in Port Orange. We are a collaborative group of therapists that work well together in the office.
Requirements include being fully licensed as a Psychologist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists or Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Florida with 1-year post-independent licensure experience, preferably with private practice, experience and registered with CAQH and willingness to be paneled with insurance companies. Postdoctoral Candidates in Psychology, Registered for Mental Health Counselor Intern, Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, and Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern encouraged to apply.
Therapists must have a niche(s) (children, couples, trauma, EMDR, family, etc.) with the availability to work evenings (4pm-8pm).
Caring Therapists provides a steady stream of referrals as well. The candidate must be independent, driven, collaborative, and enhance our fun, connected, and a positive-minded group of clinicians. Our office is well-respected in the community, and we are looking for therapists who are passionate about mental health.
What we offer
  • A Steady stream of referrals
  • Exposure on social media and internet marketing
  • Competitive compensation - commission based
  • A supportive clinical environment
  • Warm and welcoming office spaces with waiting rooms, noise machines, and therapeutic supplies
  • An in-house billing department to coordinate benefits/eligibility and submit claims
  • An in-house intake team who answers calls and schedules intake appointments
  • Monthly group case consultation

Requirements
  • Works with children, ages 4-18 and/or couples
  • Willing to work afternoons, evenings, and weekends
  • Current State of Florida license as a Ph.D., PsyD, LCSW, LMFT, or LMHC. We will also accept Registered Interns and Postdoctoral Psychology candidates.
  • Willing to work 15 hours per week or more, 30 or more for full time status
  • Minimum 1-year post-independent licensure is a plus
  • Paneled with insurance is a plus
  • Prior private practice experience is a plus

Benefits to joining the Caring Therapists team!
  • Strong referral sources
  • Offices available to see clients in person
  • Assistance with scheduling appointments, credentialing and patient balances
  • Caring Therapists completes billing for major commercial healthcare insurers active in Florida
  • Caring Therapists provides access to email services, electronic health records platform, phone/fax services
  • Employer contributes to employee health insurance plans if full time
  • 401K with company contribution
  • Paid training and CEU opportunities
  • Unlimited time off

Position Responsibilities
  • Establish positive, trusting rapport with patients
  • Diagnose and treat mental health disorders
  • Create individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstances
  • Meet with patients regularly to provide counseling, evidenced-based treatment, and adjust treatment plans as necessary
  • Conduct ongoing assessments of patient progress
  • Involve and advise family members when appropriate
  • Refer patients to outside specialists or agencies when necessary
  • Maintain thorough records of patient meetings and progress
  • Follow all safety protocols and maintain client confidentiality
  • Maintain proper licenses, certifications and follow professional guidelines, ethical standards
  • Contribute to practice by accomplishing related tasks as needed
  • Collaborate with Caring Therapists administrative staff and management to exceed best practices and grow our organization

The Successful Caring Therapists:
CARES ABOUT OTHERS
GOES THE EXTRA MILE
IN IT TO WIN IT
GOES ONWARD AND UPWARD
DOES THE RIGHT THING
Has the Following Skills:
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Ability to build rapport quickly
  • Detail-oriented
  • Ability to communicate with compassion and empathy
  • Strong ability to manage time and prioritize tasks
  • Proficient in Office products, Excel and Google documents, use of Electronic Medical Records
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with professional colleagues, as well as those providing administrative support
  • Entrepreneurial and growth mindset

About Us
Caring Therapists is the premier counseling center with locations throughout the state of Florida. We are a team of highly specialized therapists available days, evenings, and weekends.
Our team is friendly, helpful, and trustworthy. We specialize in anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, LGBTQIA issues, couples & marriage counseling, child & teen therapy, trauma, and psychological testing. We offer testing for ADHD, Autism, Gifted evaluations, forensic psychology, learning disabilities, psychoeducational evaluations, and substance abuse evaluations. We offer in-person and online counseling.
We are in-network with the following insurance panels: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Humana, Cigna, Optum, United, UMR, Oscar, Avmed, Medicare, NOMI Health, and Tricare/Humana Military.
Required education
  • Master's or Doctorate

Required license or certification
  • Clinical Psychologist, LMHC, LMFT, or LCSW. Registered Interns and Postdoctoral candidates are also welcome to apply.
  • Compensation is between $60-70 for registered interns, $70-120 per hour for Clinical Psychologist, LMHC, LMFT, and LCSW. Compensation is a fee-split commission model based on fees collected for services rendered. Range is dependent on service type, reimbursement rate, licensure and applicable fee split

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Expected hours: 15 - 30 per week
Benefits:
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Dental and Vision insurance
  • Short term disability
  • Life insurance

Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Work setting:
  • In-person
  • Private practice

Work Location: In person