Outpatient Adult Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW)

Date Posted:

26 September 2026

Closing Date:

October 26, 2026

Recruiter:

Columbia Mental Health Location:

Fort Belvoir, Virginia Salary:

USD95,000

to

USD125,000

Job Type & Industry:

Technology Risk Contract Type:

Permanent Job Reference:

2988842705-2 Apply for this job now Job Description Columbia Mental Health in Washington, DC seeks a Licensed Mental Health Therapist to provide evidence-based individual and group therapy for diverse adults. You will conduct diagnostic assessments, create treatment plans, manage crises, and maintain thorough clinical documentation in an outpatient setting. Collaborating with psychiatrists and a multidisciplinary team, you'll deliver holistic, patient-centered care. Our inclusive, innovative culture supports supervision, case consultation, and robust professional development to deepen clinical expertise and advance your career in mental health treatment. Responsibilities Provide individual and group psychotherapy using evidence-based modalities Conduct comprehensive diagnostic assessments and develop treatment plans Perform crisis intervention and risk assessments as needed Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in the EHRCollaborate with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary team members on care plans Engage patients and families in psychoeducation and support Participate in case consultations, supervision, and team meetings Contribute to quality improvement and outcome-monitoring initiatives Required Skills Diagnostic assessment and treatment planning Individual psychotherapy Group therapy facilitation Crisis intervention and risk assessment Electronic health record (EHR) documentation Knowledge of CBT/DBT and other evidence-based modalities Interdisciplinary team collaboration Cultural competence in mental health care Outcome measurement and quality improvement Patient and family psychoeducation