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... teen therapy, trauma, and psychological testing. We offer testing for ADHD, Autism, Gifted ... Private practice Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Provide individual, couple, and/or family therapy based on expertise and client needs. * Conduct ... Two years of experience in private practice setting preferred. Licensure Must be independently ...

Private Practice Therapist

Waco, TX ยท On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Provide individual, couple, and/or family therapy based on expertise and client needs. * Conduct ... Two years of experience in private practice setting preferred. Licensure: Must be independently ...

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How much do private practice therapy jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for private practice therapy in the United States is $85,006.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is private practice therapy?

Private practice therapy refers to mental health counseling or psychotherapy services provided by licensed therapists, counselors, psychologists, or social workers who operate their own independent businesses. In this setting, therapists work directly with clients, often offering individualized treatment plans and a variety of therapeutic approaches. Clients typically have more flexibility in choosing their therapist and scheduling appointments. Private practice therapists may specialize in areas such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or trauma. Sessions are usually fee-for-service and may be covered by insurance, depending on the provider.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a private practice therapist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Private Practice Therapist, you need a master's or doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, or social work, along with state licensure. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, telehealth platforms, and billing software is commonly required. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, and emotional intelligence help therapists build trust and support clients effectively. These skills and qualifications are crucial for delivering quality care, maintaining a successful practice, and ensuring client well-being in a competitive field.

What are some common challenges therapists face when starting their own private practice?

Therapists often encounter challenges such as building a steady client base, managing administrative tasks, and navigating insurance billing when starting a private practice. Unlike agency or group settings, private practitioners are responsible for marketing their services, setting fees, and handling scheduling and paperwork, which can be time-consuming. Additionally, they must ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards while maintaining client confidentiality. Despite these hurdles, many therapists find private practice rewarding due to increased autonomy and the ability to tailor their services.
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Infographic showing various Private Practice Therapy job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,006 per year, or $40.9 per hour.

Private Practice Therapist

Port Orange, FL โ€ข On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 11 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Establish positive, trusting rapport with patients.

  • Diagnose and treat mental health disorders, creating individualized treatment plans.

  • Meet with patients regularly to provide counseling, conduct assessments, and adjust treatment plans as necessary.


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).  We are looking for specialist in kids, teens, couples and EMDR.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 offerA Steady stream of referralsExposure on social media and internet marketingCompetitive compensation - commission basedA supportive clinical environmentWarm and welcoming office spaces with waiting rooms, noise machines, and therapeutic suppliesAn in-house billing department to coordinate benefits/eligibility and submit claimsAn in-house intake team who answers calls and schedules intake appointmentsMonthly group case consultationRequirementsWorks with children, ages 4-18 and/or couplesWilling to work afternoons, evenings, and weekendsCurrent 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 statusMinimum 1-year post-independent licensure is a plusPaneled with insurance is a plusPrior private practice experience is a plusBenefits to joining the Caring Therapists team!Strong referral sourcesOffices available to see clients in personAssistance with scheduling appointments, credentialing and patient balancesCaring Therapists completes billing for major commercial healthcare insurers active in FloridaCaring Therapists provides access to email services, electronic health records platform, phone/fax servicesEmployer contributes to employee health insurance plans if full time401K with company contributionPaid training and CEU opportunitiesUnlimited time offPosition ResponsibilitiesEstablish positive, trusting rapport with patientsDiagnose and treat mental health disordersCreate individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstancesMeet with patients regularly to provide counseling, evidenced-based treatment, and adjust treatment plans as necessaryConduct ongoing assessments of patient progressInvolve and advise family members when appropriateRefer patients to outside specialists or agencies when necessaryMaintain thorough records of patient meetings and progressFollow all safety protocols and maintain client confidentialityMaintain proper licenses, certifications and follow professional guidelines, ethical standardsContribute to practice by accomplishing related tasks as neededCollaborate with Caring Therapists administrative staff and management to exceed best practices and grow our organizationThe Successful Caring Therapists:CARES ABOUT OTHERSGOES THE EXTRA MILEIN IT TO WIN ITGOES ONWARD AND UPWARDDOES THE RIGHT THINGHas the Following Skills:Strong interpersonal skillsExcellent communication and listening skillsAbility to build rapport quicklyDetail-orientedAbility to communicate with compassion and empathyStrong ability to manage time and prioritize tasksProficient in Office products, Excel and Google documents, use of Electronic Medical RecordsDemonstrated ability to work well with professional colleagues, as well as those providing administrative supportEntrepreneurial and growth mindsetAbout UsCaring 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 educationMaster's or DoctorateRequired license or certificationClinical 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 splitJob Types: Full-time, Part-timeExpected hours: 15 - 30 per weekBenefits:401(k) with company contributionFlexible scheduleHealth insuranceDental and Vision insuranceShort term disabilityLife insuranceSchedule:Monday to FridayWeekends as neededWork setting:In-personPrivate practiceWork Location: In person