Connections4Life Professional Therapy Services is seeking a compassionate, motivated Resident in Counseling to join our growing trauma-focused private practice in Leesburg, Virginia. Graduate Counseling Students Students currently enrolled in a CACREP-accredited Clinical Mental Health Counseling program are welcome to contact Connections4Life directly regarding separate practicum and internship training opportunities. We are more than a counseling practice—we are a teaching practice committed to developing exceptional therapists. Our mission is to provide outstanding clinical care while mentoring the next generation of clinicians through intentional supervision, collaboration, and professional growth. If you are passionate about trauma treatment, lifelong learning, and becoming an outstanding clinician, we'd love to meet you. About Us Connections4Life specializes in helping adolescents and adults experiencing: Trauma & PTSD Anxiety Depression Grief & Loss Attachment Injuries Life Transitions Relationship Concerns Our work is grounded in trauma-informed, evidence-based care utilizing approaches including: EMDR Person-Centered Therapy CBT ACT Somatic Approaches Attachment-Focused Therapy Mindfulness Strengths-Based Therapy Our goal is not simply symptom reduction—we strive to help clients achieve lasting healing, resilience, and meaningful change. Why Join Connections4Life? As a teaching practice, we intentionally invest in our clinicians.

Residents receive:

Weekly individual and group supervision Ongoing mentorship and case consultation Practice-sponsored Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) certification Administrative support so you can focus on clinical care Flexible scheduling Opportunities for professional growth While collaboration is central to our culture, we also value clinicians who can work independently, exercise sound clinical judgment, and take initiative. As our practice grows, Residents may have opportunities to mentor counseling students under the guidance of licensed clinicians. Responsibilities Provide outpatient psychotherapy to adolescents and adults. Complete biopsychosocial assessments and individualized treatment plans. Maintain timely and ethical clinical documentation. Participate in supervision, consultation, and ongoing professional development. Deliver compassionate, trauma-informed, evidence-based care. Qualifications Active Virginia Resident in Counseling registration. Master's degree in Counseling or related mental health field. Passion for trauma-informed care and lifelong learning. Strong communication and documentation skills. Ability to work both collaboratively and independently. Interest in mentoring counseling students is valued. EMDR training, experience, or active pursuit of training preferred, but not required. Compensation & Benefits W-2 employee position Competitive compensation Weekly individual and group supervision Practice-sponsored CCTP certification Professional mentorship within a teaching practice Employer-paid professional liability insurance Psychology Today profile provided TheraNest EHR provided Administrative support and referrals Flexible scheduling Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance available for eligible full-time employees after the introductory period Our Philosophy At Connections4Life, we believe people heal through connection—and clinicians grow through connection as well. If you're looking for more than a job—if you're looking for a place to become the clinician you aspire to be while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others—we would love to hear from you.

Pay:

$40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Leesburg, VA 20176