Pain Psychotherapist -Cognitive Behavioral Therapist - Chronic Pain Program SPARCmed San Mateo, CA Job Details Full-time From $180,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) Retirement plan Qualifications Experience working with individuals with chronic pain Spanish Licensed Clinical Social Worker Experience working with individuals with chronic illnesses Individual therapy English Master's degree Chronic pain counseling Working with individuals with mental health conditions Documentation Handling Cognitive behavioral techniques (CBT)

Full Job Description Overview:

SPARCmed is seeking a compassionate and skilled Pain Psychotherapist to join our interdisciplinary team in treating patients living with chronic pain. Sparc (sparcmed.org) was founded by Dr Mark Sontag in 2000 and is the longest continuous Chronic Pain/ Functional Restoration program in the Bay Area. The ideal candidate will have experience using evidence-based psychological approaches to help individuals manage the emotional and cognitive impact of chronic pain.

Position Summary:

This role involves providing one-on-one CBT to adult clients coping with chronic pain. The therapist will use a biopsychosocial approach to support clients in improving function, reducing emotional distress, and enhancing quality of life. Flexibility in scheduling and the option for in-person or telehealth sessions are available.

Responsibilities:

Conduct individual CBT sessions for clients with chronic pain Perform clinical assessments and develop personalized treatment plans Track and document client progress in accordance with practice standards Collaborate as needed with referring physicians or healthcare providers Maintain ethical and professional standards consistent with licensure

Qualifications:

Doctoral or Master's degree and license as a psychologist, marriage and family therapist, clinical social worker or professional counselor including Phd, PsyD, LMFT, LCSW or LPCC. Experience or focused training in chronic pain treatment using CBT Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills Comfort working independently within a private practice model

Preferred Experience:

Bilingual (Spanish/English) Knowledge of ACT, mindfulness, and pain neuroscience education Prior experience in medical or pain management settings Experience with Workers Compensation Familiarity with HIPAA-compliant telehealth platforms

What We Offer:

Competitive compensation 401k Flexible scheduling and autonomy Supportive, collegial environment Referrals provided by practice

Pay:

From $180,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person