Private Practice Therapist- Pearland, TX
About The Position
The Private Practice Therapist provides high-quality mental health services to clients in an outpatient setting. The role includes conducting assessments, creating individualized treatment plans, and delivering evidence-based therapy to support client well-being. The therapist works independently while contributing to the clinic’s collaborative, client-focused culture. The position is located in Pearland, Texas, in the Houston area, and is full-time. Compensation includes a guaranteed annual base of $53,000 plus productivity incentives, with potential total earnings of $65,000–$75,000. The listed salary range is otherwise undisclosed. A master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work is preferred. Candidates must be independently licensed and in good standing as an LPC, LCSW, or equivalent; provisionally licensed associates are also accepted. Experience in substance use work is preferred but not required, as is two years of private-practice experience. Candidates must complete TB testing, drug screening, and a background check upon hire.
Requirements
- Must be independently licensed and in good standing as an LPC, LCSW, or equivalent; provisionally licensed associates are accepted.
- Complete TB testing, drug screening, and a background check upon hire.
- Have thorough knowledge of The Joint Commission, OSHA, CMS, DHS, state regulations, and federal regulatory standards.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work.
- Experience working in substance use; preferred but not required.
- Two years of experience in a private-practice setting.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual, couple, and/or family therapy based on expertise and client needs.
- Conduct intake evaluations, including patient histories, mental status examinations, and diagnostic assessments.
- Formulate psychiatric diagnoses and develop treatment plans tailored to client goals.
- Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments for patients experiencing acute mental health issues.
- Coordinate care with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare providers.
- Participate in case consultations and team meetings to review treatment plans and progress.
- Refer patients to higher levels of care or additional services as needed and support continuity of care.
- Educate patients and families about psychiatric conditions, treatment options, medication adherence, and self-care strategies.
- Advocate for patient needs within the healthcare system and connect them with community resources.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record system.
- Comply with clinic policies, legal regulations, and ethical standards in psychiatric practice.
- Monitor and address controlled-substance prescribing issues in alignment with DEA and state guidelines.
- Stay current on developments in psychiatric care through continuing education, professional memberships, and clinical supervision.
- Contribute to clinic quality-improvement initiatives.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
