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Robert Johnson, LMFT
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Career Insights for Family / Behavioral Therapist
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What they do
A Family or Behavioral Therapist works with clients who need help dealing with emotional disorders or problems with family and relationships. Addresses client problems in the context of family relationships; helps clients develop ways to recognize and change behavior patterns. Works with individuals, couples or families.
$65,156 / year median in California
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist — Private Practice Track Job Summary We are seeking an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist who wants to develop into a highly skilled psychotherapist and eventually build a successful private practice. This position is designed for an associate who is serious about long-term clinical growth. In addition to providing psychotherapy, you will receive supervision focused on developing strong clinical judgment, deepening your therapeutic skills, building confidence as a clinician, and learning how to establish and grow an independent psychotherapy practice. This is not a high-volume agency position. The goal is to help you develop the clinical and professional skills needed to become an effective, thoughtful, and independent therapist. Responsibilities Provide psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. Conduct intake assessments and develop treatment plans. Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation. Participate actively in individual and group supervision. Develop clinical judgment, case conceptualization, and therapeutic presence. Build and maintain a consistent caseload. Provide in-person and telehealth sessions. Follow all legal, ethical, and professional standards. Who We're Looking For We're looking for an associate with an entrepreneurial mindset who is excited to build a private practice. You should be eager to develop your professional identity, create a website, market yourself ethically, and grow your own caseload. We provide supervision, guidance, and practical support in helping you learn the business and marketing of private practice and the further develop clinical skills in psychotheraputic work.