Join Our Team of Compassionate Therapists at Mountains Therapy

we're Hiring a New MENTAL HEALTH Therapist!

About Mountains Therapy

🏆 Voted Best Therapist in Montclair, NJ by Best of Montclair 2024

At Mountains Therapy, we’re a women-owned, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA2S+ affirming private practice in Montclair, NJ, dedicated to elevating mental health for teens, adults, couples, and families through compassionate, evidence-based, and culturally responsive care that empowers healing, growth, and connection.

Who Should Apply

✨ This position is ideal for therapists who are collaborative, dependable, and passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care.

You are seeking a part-time position in a private practice setting in Montclair, NJ.
You may be someone who has previous experience working in private practice — or someone who has not yet worked in private practice but is interested in gaining experience in this setting.
You currently work another job at an agency, in education, healthcare, or a community organization, and want a side position two evenings per week (5pm–9pm).
You are a therapist who values:
Flexibility in scheduling
Autonomy in your clinical work
Working with motivated, high-functioning clients
A supportive and affirming environment
You are comfortable working within an out-of-network, self-pay practice model.
You can maintain other employment as long as it does not conflict with Mountains Therapy’s ethics, policies, or scheduling expectations.

Eligible Licenses

🎓 We welcome applicants who are fully licensed, pending licensure, or provisionally licensed in the state of New Jersey:

Fully Licensed: LCSW, LPC, LMHC, LMFT, PsyD, PhD in NJ (active)

Compensation:
$115 per 60-minute session
$85 per 45-minute session

Pending Licensure: LCSW, LPC, LMHC, LMFT (awaiting approval)

Once licensure is approved and active, compensation will increase to the fully licensed rate:
Compensation:
$105 per 60-minute session
$75 per 45-minute session

Provisionally Licensed: LSW, LAC, CSW, LAMFT (may be considered)

All therapists must have completed their required clinical hours for licensure.
Licensing exams do not need to be completed or passed at the time of hire.
Mountains Therapy does not provide supervision toward licensure.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must have two years of clinical experience with teens, adults, couples or families (preferred)
Must be available to work two days per week, including late afternoons and/or evenings (5pm–9pm)
In-person availability required for sessions at our office in Upper Montclair, NJ, with some telehealth sessions available
All therapists must not be credentialed or paneled with insurance companies while working at Mountains Therapy
We are an out-of-network, private-pay group practice providing high-quality, self-pay therapy services

🔑 RESPONSIBILITIES

Part-time, fee-for-service with flexibility to grow your caseload over time
Serve a varied caseload of teens (ages 13+), adults, couples, and families who are typically high-functioning and motivated
Maintain availability in person at our office in Montclair, NJ, for at least 5 clinical hours per week, with some telehealth sessions as appropriate
Be available for a minimum of two evenings per week (Monday–Thursday), with each shift lasting at least 2.5 hours between 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM (specific time slots selected by the therapist)
Complete a minimum of 5 psychotherapy sessions a week
Provide psychotherapy sessions:
45-minute individual therapy sessions for teens (ages 13+) and adults
60-minute sessions for intakes, couples, and families
Deliver evidence-based therapy tailored to client needs
Provide identity-affirming, culturally responsive care
Maintain clear, timely, and compliant documentation
Complete all documentation within 48 hours via SimplePractice (EHR)
Develop individualized treatment plans, diagnoses, and interventions (via Wiley Treatment Plan in Simple Practice)
Participate in individual consultation as needed
Respond promptly to client and team communication
Stay current with best practices in psychotherapy
Conduct a free 15-minute phone consultation with prospective clients (upon request)
Maintain a clean, organized, and professional office space that reflects Mountains Therapy’s standards of care and confidentiality
Therapists may hold other employment (e.g., education, healthcare, or community agencies) as long as it does not conflict with Mountains Therapy’s ethics, policies, or scheduling expectationsTherapists must demonstrate the ability to retain at least 70% of clients (8+ sessions) to ensure consistent, effective treatment engagement and outcomes
Therapists may hold other employment (e.g., education, healthcare, community agencies) as long as it does not conflict with Mountains Therapy’s ethics, policies, or scheduling expectations

Core Clinical & Interpersonal Skills

Strong ability to build and maintain therapeutic rapport
Proficiency in evidence-based therapy modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, EFT, ACT, Mindfulness, etc.)
Cultural competence and ability to provide identity-affirming care for diverse populations (LGBTQIA2S+, BIPOC, etc.)
Deep empathy and capacity for nonjudgmental listening
Excellent clinical judgment and ability to formulate individualized treatment plans
Ability to retain clients and maintain consistent engagement over time
Crisis awareness — knowing when to refer clients to higher levels of care
Skilled in goal setting, tracking progress, and adjusting interventions accordingly
Strong understanding of confidentiality, ethics, and professional boundaries

Core Clinical & Interpersonal Skills

Strong ability to build and maintain therapeutic rapport
Ability to retain clients and maintain consistent engagement over time
Ability to maintain long-term client relationships (12+ weeks) to support ongoing therapeutic progress and continuity of care
Client-centered focus — maintains therapeutic space centered on the client’s needs, not personal opinions or experiences
Proficiency in evidence-based therapy modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, EFT, ACT, Mindfulness, etc.)
Cultural competence and ability to provide identity-affirming care for diverse populations (LGBTQIA2S+, BIPOC, etc.)
Deep empathy and capacity for nonjudgmental listening
Excellent clinical judgment and ability to formulate individualized treatment plans
Crisis awareness — knowing when to refer clients to higher levels of care
Skilled in goal setting, accessing progress, and adjusting interventions accordingly
Strong understanding of confidentiality, ethics, and professional boundaries
Ability to uphold healthy personal and professional boundaries while maintaining warmth, compassion, and respect in client relationships

Independent & Professional Practice Skills

Comfort working independently while collaborating with team members as needed
Excellent time management and ability to manage a caseload efficiently
Ability to complete clinical documentation accurately and within deadlines (48 hours via SimplePractice)
Strong organizational and administrative skills
Ability to manage billing, scheduling, and communication independently within practice systems
Proactive mindset — able to anticipate client needs and follow up appropriately
Accountability and reliability in maintaining client appointments and professional commitments
Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and confidential office space
Solution-oriented approach to challenges or conflicts
Commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based learning
Adaptability to new systems, technologies, and evolving client needs
Strong communication skills (verbal, written, and interpersonal)
Emotional resilience and ability to maintain professional composure in complex situations

Personal Qualities

Reliable, consistent, and ethical in practice
Compassionate, grounded, self-aware and eager to learn.
Open-minded and growth-oriented
Reflective and receptive to feedback
Passionate about helping clients heal and grow in an affirming, inclusive environment