Benefits:
- Regular Team Meetings
- Paid Administrative Time
- Technology & Equipment Provided
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Telehealth Opportunities
- CEU Support
- Free CEU Library
- Competitive Compensation
- Clinical Supervision
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
Geek Therapist
(LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
Ellie Mental Health | Birmingham, AL
Why Join Ellie?
At Ellie Mental Health, we believe clinicians do their best work when they feel supported, valued, and empowered. We prioritize work-life balance, flexibility, professional growth, and authentic human connection.
We believe therapy can be creative, relatable, and fun. We encourage clinicians to incorporate clients' interests — including video games, literature, movies, anime, comics, and geek culture — into therapy when appropriate.
Our team values:
- Authenticity and inclusion
- Creativity and innovation
- Compassion and acceptance
- Humor and connection
- Flexible scheduling and autonomy
- Ongoing learning and professional development
- Collaborative teamwork
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation with additional earning opportunities
- Paid administrative time
- Flexible scheduling
- Free CEUs and professional development
- Administrative support
- Telehealth opportunities
- Clinical consultation and supervision
- Additional benefits for full-time team members
About the Role
We're seeking a therapist who can connect with clients through their interests and passions. Our approach uses Affinity, Resonance, and Understanding to build meaningful therapeutic relationships and engaging interventions that support growth.
You’ll have the flexibility to bring your personality, creativity, and clinical interests into your work while providing high-quality care.
Preferred Licensure
- LPC or ALC
- LCSW or LMSW
- LMFT or LMFT-A
- Therapists expected to achieve full licensure within six months are encouraged to apply
Areas of Expertise We Value
- Video games, anime, comics, literature, movies, or geek culture
- Children, adolescents, teens, and/or adults
- Couples and families
- Trauma and PTSD
- Substance use
- School-based mental health
- Community resources and insurance-based care
What You’ll Do
- Complete diagnostic assessments and individualized treatment plans
- Provide high-quality, client-centered therapy
- Use creative therapeutic interventions
- Incorporate client interests into therapy when appropriate
- Maintain 27+ sessions per week for full-time clinicians
- Complete timely and accurate documentation
- Coordinate care with families, providers, schools, and community supports
- Participate in meetings, supervision, consultation, and training
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or related field
- Active Alabama licensure or associate-level registration
- 2+ years of clinical therapy experience preferred
- Experience with assessments, treatment planning, and clinical documentation
- Strong communication skills and professional boundaries
- Experience working with diverse populations
- Familiarity with EHR systems, insurance services, and community resources
Clinical Supervision
Clinical supervision may be available for aspiring LCSWs, LMHCs, and LMFTs. Supervisor availability varies by clinic.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ellie Mental Health is committed to an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and supported. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.
Franchise Disclosure
Ellie Mental Health clinics are independently owned and operated as part of the Ellie Mental Health franchise system. Employment decisions, compensation, benefits, scheduling, and workplace policies are determined by the local franchise owner.
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Geek Therapist in Birmingham employer: ellie-careers
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