EMDR Therapist (Full- or Part-Time)

Tides Mental Health • Chicago, IL

30d • $40 - $80

About The Position

Tides Mental Health is a growing private practice founded in 2023 that provides mental health care to individuals, couples, and families. The practice is expanding its trauma-focused care and seeks an EMDR Therapist to provide trauma-informed psychotherapy using EMDR and other evidence-based approaches. The therapist will support clients navigating trauma, anxiety, grief, and related concerns, and help develop Tides’ trauma-focused services. The position reports directly to the Clinical Director and contributes to the practice’s culture, strategic growth, and vision.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice in Illinois as an LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or Licensed Clinical Psychologist.
• Completed EMDR Basic Training through an EMDRIA-approved program.
• Experience treating trauma, PTSD, and complex trauma presentations.
• Demonstrated proficiency in additional therapeutic modalities.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong commitment to Tides’ mission and core values.
• Passion for participating in an entrepreneurial, growing startup environment.

Nice To Haves

• EMDRIA Certification or progress toward certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based psychotherapy, using EMDR as a core modality and integrating other approaches as clinically appropriate.
• Conduct thorough assessments to determine EMDR readiness, including history-taking, stabilization, and resourcing before reprocessing.
• Deliver EMDR with fidelity to the standard eight-phase protocol, in person and via telehealth.
• Collaborate with clients, their families, and other healthcare providers to coordinate and optimize care.
• Contribute to the development of Tides’ trauma-focused services, including internal referral pathways and best practices for EMDR care.
• Participate in cultivating Tides’ culture and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Assist with ad hoc marketing efforts to build a diverse and strong client base, including outreach to referral sources seeking EMDR providers.
• Contribute to Tides’ strategic growth and vision.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed