Outpatient Psychotherapist / Mental Health Counselor

Dare To Be Counseling, LLC is seeking a compassionate, skilled outpatient psychotherapist to join our growing private practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We are a small, locally owned, strength-based, and social justice-minded practice committed to creating a supportive, empowering environment for both our clients and the clinicians who serve them. We believe therapists do their best work when they feel respected, supported, and valued. If you are looking for the flexibility of private practice with the stability, benefits, and support of W-2 employment, we would love to hear from you. Why Join Our Practice?

Competitive Compensation Earn approximately $71,000-$128,000 annually based on a caseload of 20-30 client sessions per week. Paid Training & Onboarding Receive hourly pay while completing orientation, training, and initial client communication. Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Employer-funded account that can be used toward health insurance premiums, eligible healthcare expenses, and approved over-the-counter items. Time Off & Wellness Unpaid time off available upon hire Paid sick time after 90 days Paid time off after one year as a full-time employee Continuing Education Access to an online continuing education platform plus periodic group training opportunities. Flexibility & Autonomy Enjoy the freedom to choose: Your preferred caseload size Workdays and hours In-person vs. telehealth and hybrid scheduling available Client populations you serve Beautiful Office Space Comfortable and welcoming furnished offices in a centrally located historic downtown Grand Rapids building with free parking and scenic city views. Clinical Support & Consultation We prioritize communication, collaboration, and therapist wellbeing. Clinicians receive direct access to leadership, monthly case consultation, and a highly supportive team environment.

Supervision Each clinician receives:

3 hours/month of individual supervision 2 hours/month of group supervision/case consultation Licensure supervision for LLMSWs Tools & Administrative Support We provide the resources you need to focus on clinical care, including: Laptop HIPAA-compliant phone, email, eFax, and telehealth systems EHR with streamlined documentation Office supplies, therapy tools, furniture, business cards Liability insurance and more W-2 Stability All of our therapists are W-2 Employees. Enjoy the benefits of private practice without the burden of running your own business. We handle administrative tasks so you can focus on therapy! W-2 Employees pay less in taxes than independent contractors and can receive employee benefits. Billing, Credentialing & Marketing Our in-house administrative team manages insurance credentialing, billing, collections, and client account support. We also help market your services, including Psychology Today and other professional profiles as needed. Qualifications We are seeking clinicians who have: Master's or Doctoral degree in a behavioral health field Current Michigan Health License in good standing as LMSW, LLMSW, LPC, LMFT, or LP Residence in Michigan Minimum 2 years of clinical behavioral health experience (at least 1 year post graduate degree experience) Willingness to build to a minimum caseload of 20 sessions weekly Ability to work in-office at least 2 days per week Strength-based, culturally responsive, and LGBTQ+ affirming approach Strong communication, organization, documentation, and time-management skills Professionalism, reliability, and ethical integrity Commitment to healthy boundaries, self-care, and work-life balance Private professional telehealth space and reliable internet for hybrid candidates Responsibilities Provide an average of 20 psychotherapy sessions weekly Conduct assessments and create individualized treatment plans Maintain scheduling and client communication promptly Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation Collaborate with outside providers when appropriate and authorized Attend required meetings, supervision, and trainings Support client retention, networking, and practice growth Maintain licensure and uphold all applicable ethical and legal standards Our Commitment to Inclusion Dare To Be Counseling, LLC is committed to cultivating a culture of inclusion and connectedness. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the contributions of applicants of various backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, races, sexes, gender identities and expressions, sexual orientations, disability statuses, ages, religions, body types, relationships statuses, and national origins.

Pay:

$71,000.00 - $128,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance

Experience:

Behavioral health: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Michigan License as a LMSW, LLMSW, LPC, LMFT, or LP (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Grand Rapids, MI 49503