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Ellie Mental Health

Certified EMDR Clinician

Yorktown, VA · On-site

$77K - $96K/yr

Training & development We are looking for an exceptional EMDR Certified Clinician. We like to be awesome and the work environment proves that. We have immediate openings for both LPC, LMFT & LCSW ...

Ellie Mental Health

EMDR Trained Clinician

Richmond, VA · On-site

$68K - $80K/yr

Training & development If you're looking for a place where you can make a meaningful impact, laugh often, be authentically yourself, and help transform the mental health experience for your clients ...

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What is EMDR training?

EMDR training refers to specialized instruction for mental health professionals in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. This evidence-based approach is used to help individuals process and recover from traumatic experiences by using guided eye movements or other bilateral stimulation. EMDR training typically involves both didactic learning and supervised practice to ensure therapists are competent and confident in using the technique. Completing EMDR training allows clinicians to become certified and offer this therapy to clients with trauma, PTSD, and related issues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an EMDR Therapist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an EMDR Therapist, you generally need a mental health professional license (such as LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or psychologist) and completion of an EMDRIA-approved EMDR training program. Familiarity with EMDR protocols, trauma-informed care, and client management systems is important for effective practice. Strong active listening, empathy, and the ability to establish trust help clients feel safe during trauma processing. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensuring ethical, evidence-based care and facilitating positive therapeutic outcomes for clients dealing with trauma.

What are some common challenges therapists face when integrating EMDR techniques into their existing practice?

Therapists often encounter challenges such as adapting to the structured protocol of EMDR, managing strong emotional reactions from clients, and balancing EMDR with other therapeutic approaches. Additionally, it can be difficult to determine which clients are best suited for EMDR and to manage their progress through the various phases of treatment. Ongoing supervision, peer consultation, and dedicated practice are important for building confidence and competence with EMDR techniques.

What is the difference between Emdr Training vs Art Therapist?

AspectEmdr TrainingArt Therapist
Required CredentialsCertification in EMDR therapy, often requires completing a training program and supervised practiceMaster's degree in art therapy, licensure or certification depending on state
Work EnvironmentClinical settings, private practice, mental health clinicsHospitals, schools, mental health clinics, private practice
Industry UsageUsed by mental health professionals to treat trauma and anxietyUsed to facilitate emotional expression and healing through art

Emdr Training focuses on teaching mental health professionals how to administer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy for trauma. Art Therapists use creative arts to support emotional healing. While both work in mental health, Emdr Training emphasizes trauma treatment techniques, whereas Art Therapy involves expressive arts as a therapeutic tool.

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Certified EMDR Clinician

Ellie Mental Health - 164

Yorktown, VA • On-site

$77K - $96K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development

We are looking for an exceptional EMDR Certified Clinician. We like to be awesome and the work environment proves that. 
We have immediate openings for both LPC, LMFT & LCSW therapists trained:

- Ability to provide different types of therapy (individual, group, play, etc.)
- We have a wide variety of patients for great exposure to new clinical experiences
- Awesome leadership team focused on supporting you and your growth
- Steady pay with excellent benefits
- Ability to customize your days and hours, after the initial onboarding period
- Opportunity to grow your EMDR skills with other EMDR certified clinicians
 Who is Ellie?
Ellie Mental Health is a highly successful mental health organization with clinics structured to remove many of the daily obstacles that get in the way of providing world-class mental health services. Ellie makes the clinician’s experience a priority by offering: excellent compensation, benefits, training, and flexible scheduling. Not to mention providing centralized administrative, technology, referral and inquiry support, scheduling, client/therapist matching, billing and collections, and even CEU programs. Ellie strives to lower the administrative aspects of providing care to the absolute minimum, so our practitioners have more time to focus on what they love - serving clients! We want our people to be happy because happy therapists do better work and provide better client care!

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Evaluate mental health diagnosis, create and implement a treatment plan, complete ongoing documentation including further diagnosis, treatment plan reviews, and case notes according to company policy
  • Maintain a caseload of 25 client sessions per week
  • Provide excellent customer service for clients and collaborate with a dynamic team to further the mission of filling gaps in our community
  • Utilize creativity in interventions to help clients achieve and exceed goals
  • Coordinate services with case managers, families, work personnel, medical personnel, other Ellie staff, and school staff as needed
  • Attend and participate in all clinical staff meetings and training
Required Qualifications and Skills

  • Candidates are required to have a master’s degree in counseling, social work, or one of the behavioral sciences or related fields from an accredited college or university.
  • Required to be a licensed mental health professional in the state of Virginia.
  • Required experience with completing Intake assessments, treatment plans, and clinical case notes
Preferred Qualifications and Skills

  • Prefer candidates with creative and innovative approaches to mental health
  • Prefer experience with children, adolescents, teens, and families
  • Ideal candidates will have a general knowledge of therapy services, community resources, insurance billing
What we have to offer:

  • Our salary compensation package is straightforward with no games. 
  • Excellent benefits package, PTO accrual, and professional development.
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Hourly pay structure PLUS commission on claims
  • Fee for service
  • Access to Continuing Education CEU Library
What else you should know:

  • This position will be under the general direction of the Clinic Director.
A fantastic place to work and provide an exceptional service for Clients through the use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). 

Flexible work from home options available.