Psychotherapist Job Openings in Northfield, Illinois
If you are searching for psychotherapist job openings in Northfield, Illinois, and want a role that honors your clinical experience, Allium Counseling may be the right fit. Our growing private practice in Illinois is building a small, collaborative team of seasoned clinicians who care deeply about high-quality psychotherapy, genuine collegial connection, and sustainable work-life balance.
Allium Counseling is not a training site for new therapists. Instead, we intentionally seek experienced clinicians who are ready for a stable and autonomous position where they can focus on excellent client care without the pressure of a large group environment or the stress of running a solo practice.
About Allium Counseling
Allium Counseling is a private psychotherapy practice in Illinois dedicated to helping clients live more balanced, fulfilling lives. Our mission is to provide evidence-based psychotherapy that treats the whole person so that clients feel empowered in their relationships, work, and day-to-day life.
We pursue this mission by
• Providing excellent clinical care grounded in research and thoughtful practice
• Creating a fulfilling and sustainable work environment for clinicians and staff
• Serving as a trusted mental health resource for the community through education and outreach
If you are exploring psychotherapist job openings Northfield, Illinois and want to join a practice with a clear mission and strong values, Allium Counseling offers a setting where your skills will be respected and supported.
Why Work With Allium Counseling
Choosing the right position matters just as much as choosing the right clients. Allium Counseling offers:
• A small, collegial team that values thoughtful clinical work
• Autonomy in how you structure your sessions and your caseload
• Support from leadership that understands the realities of private practice work
• Fewer administrative headaches so you can focus on therapy, not paperwork
Our approach to psychotherapist job openings in Northfield, Illinois, centers on mutual fit. We want clinicians who will thrive in a warm, professional practice where quality of care and clinician wellbeing both matter.
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Psychotherapist Job Openings, Northfield, Illinois, Allium Counseling
We are currently seeking independently licensed psychotherapists to join Allium Counseling as either full-time or part-time employees. This role is ideal for an experienced clinician who is motivated, clinically strong, and interested in developing or expanding one or more clinical specialties.
Clinical Focus and Niche
Each therapist is expected to develop and maintain one or more niche areas, such as
• Eating disorders
• ADHD
• Autism
• Children and adolescents
• OCD
• Family therapy
• EMDR or other trauma focused approaches
Allium Counseling actively promotes your niche within the practice and the community. You will also be encouraged to market yourself to build your referral base and professional recognition.
Work Location and Schedule
Because demand for in person therapy is growing, our psychotherapist job openings Northfield, Illinois prioritize clinicians who can see clients in our Northfield office at least one day per week.
• At least one day of in person sessions in the Northfield office
• Teletherapy sessions from your own secure workspace on non office days
• Opportunity to build toward a fuller caseload over time rather than being overwhelmed with intakes in your first weeks
This gradual ramp up allows you to get to know our systems, settle into the practice, and build a caseload that feels sustainable.
Compensation and Billing Support
Compensation is percentage based and tied to income received, paid out monthly. Allium Counseling handles key administrative tasks so you can spend more time on clinical work.
We provide
• A portion of your referrals to help build and maintain your caseload
• Competitive percentage based pay
• Medical billing support to coordinate benefits and eligibility
• Claims submission for Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and Blue Choice plans
• Systems to support self pay clients
Our philosophy is that less time spent fighting with insurance means more time and energy to invest in clients, yourself, and the people you love.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will
• Provide high quality, evidence based psychotherapy to your caseload
• Maintain accurate, timely notes in our user friendly EHR
• Coordinate care with other providers on a client treatment team when appropriate
• Participate in monthly group case consultation
• Engage in individual case consultation as needed, including supervision toward CEDS when applicable
• Take part in selective marketing and outreach activities to support your niche
These psychotherapist job openings in Northfield, Illinois, are designed for clinicians who value both independence and collegial support.
Job Requirements
To be considered for our psychotherapist job openings in Northfield, Illinois, candidates must meet the following requirements:
Licensure
• Current State of Illinois license as a PhD, PsyD, LCSW, LMFT, or LCPC in good standing
• Please do not apply if you hold a provisional license such as LPC, LSW, or AMFT
Professional Standards
• Active malpractice or professional liability insurance
• Training, certification, or substantial experience in one or more niche areas
• Willingness to market yourself, for example by networking with other providers and maintaining a Psychology Today profile
• Commitment to coordinating care with other providers when clinically appropriate
Personal Qualities
• Independent and organized
• Collaborative and flexible
• Open minded and respectful of clinicians from all backgrounds
Full time and part time applicants are welcome.
Preferred Qualifications
While not required, the following are preferred for our psychotherapist job openings in Northfield, Illinois:
• Prior private practice experience
• CAQH registration
• Paneling with Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Experience treating adolescent eating disorders, especially with Family Based Treatment FBT and or ARFID treatment
• Training or certification in additional modalities such as exposure and response prevention ERP, EMDR, or other specialized treatments
• Additional years of clinical experience after achieving independent licensure
Professional Development and Workplace Benefits
Allium Counseling is committed to lifelong professional learning. When you join our practice, you gain access to:
• Monthly group case consultation
• Individual case consultation as needed
• Supervision toward CEDS designation when applicable
• Invitations to consultation groups, trainings, and community networking events
• A continuing education stipend
• A supportive team environment that values work life balance
• A user friendly EHR with time saving templates, clinical tools, and features that streamline documentation
We want our psychotherapist job openings in Northfield, Illinois to support not only your clinical work but also your ongoing professional growth.
Is Allium Counseling the Right Fit For You
You may be an excellent match for these psychotherapist job openings in Northfield, Illinois if you
• Enjoy working thoughtfully and in depth with clients
• Value professional autonomy along with collegial support
• Prefer a small, values-driven practice over a large group setting
• Appreciate steady referrals without the pressure of running your own practice
• Are interested in growing or refining a clinical niche with support from leadership
How To Apply
If you are ready to explore psychotherapist job openings in Northfield, Illinois with Allium Counseling, we invite you to take the next step.
Click Apply Now and fill out the form on the Contact page of the Allium Counseling website. Share your licensure information, niche areas, and a brief summary of your clinical experience.
We look forward to learning more about your work and exploring whether Allium Counseling can be the next meaningful step in your career as a psychotherapist in Northfield, Illinois.
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