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Lone Star Counseling & Assessment Center
Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$37,365 / year median in Texas
+21% projected growth
Job Description
Lone Star Counseling & Assessment Center is a private practice in Frisco, Texas, and we are looking for an experienced, compassionate, and independently licensed mental health therapist to join our clinical team. This position is for fully and independently licensed clinicians only. We are not currently considering Associates or provisionally licensed clinicians. About the Position The therapist will provide individual psychotherapy to clients presenting with a variety of emotional, behavioral, and mental health concerns. A significant advantage of this position is that the therapist will begin with their desired number of clients rather than having to gradually build a caseload over time. We currently have an established referral base and available clients, allowing the incoming therapist to start with a caseload that aligns with their preferred weekly schedule and capacity. Depending on the clinician's experience and areas of interest, opportunities may include working with children, adolescents, adults, and/or families. Common presenting concerns within our practice include: Anxiety and related disorders Depression ADHD and executive functioning concerns Stress and adjustment difficulties Behavioral and emotional regulation concerns School-related difficulties Relationship and family concerns Trauma-related concerns Life transitions Responsibilities Provide high-quality individual psychotherapy to assigned clients Complete intake assessments and develop appropriate treatment plans Maintain consistent and clinically appropriate treatment schedules Complete progress notes and other clinical documentation in a timely manner Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as clinically indicated Maintain appropriate communication with parents, families, and other professionals when applicable Coordinate care with physicians, schools, psychiatrists, and other providers when clinically appropriate and authorized Follow all ethical, legal, HIPAA, and practice requirements Communicate effectively with administrative staff regarding scheduling and client needs Participate in consultation and collaboration with other clinicians as needed Required Qualifications Must hold a current, unrestricted Texas license as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT Must be independently licensed to practice without supervision Master's or doctoral degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, psychology, or a related mental health field Experience providing outpatient psychotherapy Comfortable working collaboratively within a group-practice environment Please note: LPC-Associates, LMSWs, LMFT-Associates, and other provisionally licensed clinicians are not eligible for this position at this time. What We Offer Ability to begin with your desired number of therapy clients No lengthy caseload-building period Established and consistent stream of client referrals Administrative support for scheduling and client intake Insurance billing and benefits-verification support Comfortable and professional office environment Electronic health record and practice-management system Collaborative clinical environment Opportunity to select a caseload that fits your preferred schedule and clinical interests Combination of professional independence and practice support Opportunity for long-term growth within the practice