Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LPC, LISW-CP, LMFT) | Full-Time | Charleston, SC

ALLY Psychiatry•North Charleston, SC

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Ally Psychiatry is seeking a full-time Licensed Mental Health Therapist for its outpatient clinic in Charleston, South Carolina. The therapist provides compassionate, evidence-based mental health counseling and psychotherapy, helping patients navigate challenges, develop coping skills, and make meaningful progress. The role collaborates with psychiatrists, advanced practice providers, and other care team members to deliver coordinated, individualized treatment. Applicants must hold an active South Carolina license appropriate for independent clinical practice before beginning clinical work. Compensation starts at $60,000 annually, based on experience, with a bonus structure. The position follows a Monday-through-Friday schedule and offers a comprehensive benefits package. Ally Psychiatry describes itself as a physician-owned and physician-led psychiatry medical group focused on expanding access to high-quality mental healthcare. Its culture emphasizes collaboration, clinical autonomy, professional growth, open communication, and meaningful community impact. Final candidates must complete a background check and drug screen.

Requirements

An active, unrestricted South Carolina license permitting independent clinical practice as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Independent Social Worker, Clinical Practice (LISW-CP), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
A master’s degree or higher in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or a related clinical field appropriate to the license.
Strong skills in clinical assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based psychotherapy.
A compassionate, patient-centered approach and ability to build therapeutic relationships with diverse patient populations.
Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, clear communication, and ethical clinical practice.
Strong organizational skills and proficiency with electronic clinical documentation.
Completion of a background check and drug screen as a final candidate.
An active South Carolina license appropriate to the position is required before beginning clinical practice.

Responsibilities

Provide evidence-based outpatient psychotherapy and mental health counseling tailored to patients’ needs, goals, and clinical presentations.
Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments, establish diagnoses within the scope of practice, and develop individualized treatment plans.
Support patients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma-related concerns, life transitions, relationship challenges, and other mental health conditions.
Provide individual therapy and, as appropriate to training and clinic needs, couples and family counseling.
Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other care team members to coordinate treatment.
Monitor patient progress and adjust therapeutic interventions to support meaningful, measurable outcomes.
Maintain timely and accurate electronic health record documentation in accordance with clinical, ethical, and organizational standards.
Educate patients and families about coping strategies, mental wellness, and community resources.