About the Position:

Please note that I will only be looking at applications that have answered the questions below and from Registered Social Workers or Registered Psychotherapists with somatic therapy training and practice in Ontario only (Registered with OCSWSSW OR CRPO). Thank you. (We are only hiring a Registered professional with Somatic Psychotherapy training and practice)

Soulful Therapy, a specialized mental health clinic catering to anxiety, depression, and trauma, is in the expansion phase and seeks seasoned therapists eager to broaden their expertise beyond mainstream approaches.

Our clinic's foundation is rooted in compassionate attunement and somatic based healing and integration. We are seeking like-minded professionals who share a passion for offering psychotherapy that transcends “talk therapy”. We firmly believe that true healing extends beyond simple advice or exchanging insights; it resides beyond scripted formulas and verbal expressions alone. Our therapeutic approach delves deep into uncovering root causes, fostering healing spaces, and creating transformative moments. Our methodology draws inspiration from various modalities, including Compassionate Inquiry, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Inner Child and parts healing, Somatic Experiencing, NARM, Gestalt techniques, guided imagery, transpersonal psychology, and energy psychotherapy. At Soulful Therapy, we prioritize growth, wellness, and compassion, both for our clients and the clinicians who join our team. Explore more about our approach and ethos by visiting www.soulfultherapy.ca. If you're an experienced therapist passionate about embracing these modalities and committed to our vision of holistic healing, we invite you to be part of our Soulful Therapy family.

Compensation

• $114 per client hour
• Regular case consultations / Peer Supervision
• Opportunities for learning integrative psychotherapy approaches, including Compassionate Inquiry, Gestalt, EMDR, IFS, Somatic Experiencing/Psychotherapy Spiritual Psychotherapy, yoga therapy, breathwork, pranayama, guided imagery, mindfulness and more
• Electronic medical record software, online booking and payment processing
• Freedom to work from wherever you like
• Regular referrals, website management and marketing to expand your practice

Responsibilities

• Client intakes and assessments
• Psychotherapy services
• Record keeping
• Ongoing continuing education

Requirements

• Registered with OCSWSSW and holds a Master of Social Work degree OR or with CRPO Registered Psychotherapist
• Valid professional liability insurance to practice Psychotherapy in Ontario
• Minimum of 2 years of Psychotherapy practice experience
• Experience both practicing with clients and doing your own therapeutic work with somatic embodied psychotherapy
• Willingness to attend and engage with biweekly/weekly clinical consultations

Qualifications

• A compassionate presence and ability to be with people's pain
• A capacity to navigate sitting with narratives of trauma from a compassionate and resourced stance.
• A passion and commitment for learning and continuing education
• Training in compassion based somatic psychotherapy
• Previous experience in trauma-informed psychotherapy, front-line mental health work and training in trauma treatment models, Compassionate Inquiry, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, NARM, EXAT, EMDR, IFS, and/ or somatic therapy is a strong asset

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the role.

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time

Part-time hours: 10-20 per week

Salary: $114 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Sunday depending on your availability

Application question(s):

• Are you registers with OCSWSSW OR CRPO (must be one to apply)
• What is your somatic psychotherapy training?
• What is your availability for working with clients?
• Where do you see your yourself professionally in 3 years?
• By far, what has most helped you learn and grow in the field of psychotherapy?
• Please list any continuing education courses or training you have taken over the past 2 years.
• Please share your experience and specific training with practicing somatic techniques with clients
• Have you been in therapy yourself? Do you have your own therapeutic experiences working with a therapist?

Education

• Master's Degree (required) Registration with OCSWSSW or CRPO Required

Experience

• Practicing somatic based psychotherapy and have experience using these techniques on/with yourself as well

Registration/Certification:

• Registration with OCSWSSW as a Registered Social Worker (Ontario) or with CRPO Registered Psychotherapist (Ontario) Required

Work Location: Anywhere you like with a nice therapeutic space and excellent internet connection

Job Type: Part-time - Full Time

Benefits

• Flexible schedule

Benefits

• Flexible schedule

Application question(s):

• Are you registered with either OCSWSSW or CRPO - please don't apply if you are not
• What is your availability for working with clients?
• Do you have your own therapeutic experiences working with a therapist?
• Where do you see your yourself professionally in 3 years?
• Please list any continuing education courses or training you have taken over the past 2 years.
• Please share your experience and specific training with practicing somatic techniques with clients - (Please don't apply if you don't have somatic therapy training already)

Work Location: Remote