Mental Health Counsellor/Therapist (Independent Contractor)

Job summary

Provide therapy to clients, including couples, and collaborate with them to develop treatment plans, set meaningful goals, and use practical strategies or homework to support progress. Independently market and network to build and maintain a caseload, while collaborating with colleagues through peer consultation and mentorship.

Job details

About the job Company Description: Better Minds Counselling is a private therapy practice located in the heart of London, Ontario, with free on-site parking. We are dedicated to providing exceptional mental health care while prioritizing the well-being of our therapists. We foster a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative environment where both clients and therapists feel respected, valued, and heard. Our team is committed to providing personalized care with empathy, understanding, and expertise, ensuring therapists have the resources and support they need to thrive. Role Description: Better Minds Counselling is seeking a Registered Social Worker (MSW) or Registered Psychotherapist (RP) to join our team. This role is suited to a therapist who works with couples and is available to incorporate evening and weekend appointments into their schedule. The ideal candidate takes a direct, collaborative, and practical approach to therapy, building strong connections with clients while helping them work toward meaningful therapeutic goals. Therapists are expected to collaborate with clients to develop treatment plans, assign practical homework when appropriate, and support progress toward their goals. The role also involves independent marketing and networking to build and maintain a caseload, with marketing support and referrals available through the practice. What We Offer Marketing Support: Free marketing to help support your practice and professional visibility. Competitive Compensation: Competitive compensation ($96-$114 per hour) Client Referrals: Referrals for therapists who communicate a desire to grow their caseload, based on the therapist's fit with each client. Peer Consultation and Mentorship: Monthly meetings with team members to support professional learning, collaboration, and development. Office Space: A conveniently located downtown office in London, Ontario, with free on-site parking. Flexible Schedule: Opportunities for full-time, part-time, or casual arrangements. Qualifications Master's degree in Counselling Psychology, Psychotherapy, Social Work, or a related field. Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) or the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). Experience working with couples. A direct, collaborative, and practical approach to therapy, with the ability to build rapport and help clients identify and achieve their therapeutic goals. Experience developing treatment plans and incorporating therapeutic homework or practical strategies to support client progress. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with clients and colleagues. An interest in marketing, networking, and building a sustainable caseload. Experience with one or more of the following therapeutic modalities is an asset: Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), the Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), or Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Application Process If you are interested in joining our team, we would love to hear from you! Please send your resumé and cover letter to kelly@bettermindscounselling.ca or apply through LinkedIn. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual Education Master's degree (preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote in London, ON N6A 1L9

What you’ll do

Provide therapy to clients, including couples, and collaborate with them to develop treatment plans, set meaningful goals, and use practical strategies or homework to support progress. Independently market and network to build and maintain a caseload, while collaborating with colleagues through peer consultation and mentorship.

Requirements

A master's degree in counselling psychology, psychotherapy, social work, or a related field is required, along with registration with OCSWSSW or CRPO and experience working with couples. Candidates should take a direct, collaborative, practical approach, be able to develop treatment plans and support client progress, and be interested in marketing and networking; experience with listed therapy modalities is an asset.

Benefits

• Free Marketing Support
• Client Referrals
• Peer Consultation and Mentorship
• Downtown Office Space
• Free On-Site Parking
• Flexible Schedule

Listed skills

• Collaboration · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Couples Therapy
• Treatment Planning
• Client Rapport Building
• Goal-Oriented Therapy
• Therapeutic Homework
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Collaboration
• Marketing
• Networking
• Emotionally Focused Therapy
• Emotion-Focused Family Therapy
• The Gottman Method
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services