Couples Therapist

Licensed Couples Therapist (LCSW / LCPC / LMFT)

Counseling Works | Part-time or Full-time | In-person or Hybrid

Quick Overview

• Pay: Fee-for-service, 40–61%+ of collected session revenue depending on licensure. Estimated annual earnings: $62,500–$78,750+ (full-time) — see full breakdown below.
• Schedule: Full-time (~25 sessions/week) or part-time (15–20 sessions/week); one evening and one weekend shift required.
• What makes this different: Instant caseload from day one, full admin support (biller + intake coordinator), no-show fee protection, and free supervision/consultation — so you can focus on clinical work, not overhead.

WHO WE ARE

At Counseling Works, we've spent years building something we're genuinely proud of: a group practice rooted in clinical excellence, real collaboration, and a deep commitment to the communities we serve. We take care of our clinicians because we know that when you feel supported, your clients do too.

We're growing, and we're looking for a therapist who brings more than just credentials to the table. The right person for this role is comfortable sitting with conflict. You're skilled at helping couples slow down and actually hear each other, and you understand that the relationship itself is your client. Whether you draw from Gottman, EFT, Imago, or attachment-based approaches, you bring a framework to your work and the flexibility to meet each couple where they are.

If you're looking for a practice where your caseload is built for you, the administrative burden is lifted off your plate, and you're surrounded by a team that takes professional growth seriously, we'd love to hear from you.

WHAT YOU'LL GET

• Instant caseload: Steady referrals from day one so you're not starting from scratch
• Uncapped earnings: No ceiling — see more clients, earn more
• No-show protection: You receive your split of any cancellation fees charged, so a client's last-minute cancellation doesn't mean lost income for you
• Full admin support: A dedicated medical biller and intake coordinator handle scheduling, insurance verification, claims, and paperwork
• Free supervision & consultation: Individual consultation with the Owner/Founder and Clinical Director at no cost; supervision provided if required for licensure
• Flexible schedule: Choose your hours with work-life balance as a core organizational value
• CEU events & development: Monthly educational events plus professional development support
• Marketing support: Psychology Today profile, business cards, and networking opportunities provided from day one
• Beautiful workspace: Comfortable, well-decorated private offices across four suburban locations
  
  

COMPENSATION & ESTIMATED PAY RANGE

This is a fee-for-service role. Therapists earn a percentage of collected session revenue, commensurate with experience and licensure level.

Master’s level / pre-licensed: 40–49% — approximately $50–$61 per session

Fully licensed: 50%+ — approximately $63+ per session

Actual earnings vary based on session volume, licensure level, and cancellation-fee splits.

BENEFITS

• Health, vision & dental insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid orientation

THE ROLE

You'll carry a caseload of couples and individuals, with the clinical autonomy to work in the modalities you know best and the support structure to keep administrative work off your plate. You'll:

• Provide couples and individual therapy sessions
• Conduct diagnostic assessments and formulate DSM-5 diagnoses
• Develop, implement, and maintain individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate with intake, leadership, and care coordination teams
• Contribute to couples specialty outreach and marketing initiatives
• Attend monthly CEU events and engage in ongoing professional development
  
  

CASELOAD & SCHEDULE

• Full-time: ~25 client sessions per week; 30+ scheduled hours
• Part-time: 15–20 client sessions per week; 29 or fewer scheduled hours
• Evenings: Minimum one evening shift per week required
• Weekends: Minimum one weekend shift per week required
  
  

REQUIREMENTS

Illinois license required (active or actively in pursuit): LPC, LCPC, LSW, LCSW, LMFT, AMFT, PsyD, or PhD

Education: Master's degree required (MEd, MSW, or MA)

Experience: Minimum 1 year of direct experience counseling couples

Preferred certifications or training: Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Imago, or AAMFT certification

YOU'RE A GREAT FIT IF YOU…

• Can hold space for two people with competing perspectives with warmth and without taking sides
• Bring a clinical framework and the flexibility to meet each couple where they are
• Want a practice that builds your caseload, handles admin, and invests in your growth

We look forward to connecting!