Therapist

This is a unique opportunity for a mental health clinician interested in learning and applying an evidence-based model by Dr. Ricky Greenwald, a researcher and licensed psychologist who has developed trauma therapy standards and methods for 30+ years, who has trained thousands of clinicians worldwide, and who created the most research-supported model of intensive trauma therapy available to the public.

The Trauma Institute & Child Trauma Institute (TICTI) is looking for a full-time trauma therapist to provide intensive trauma-focused psychotherapy using our treatment model. We work 37.5 hours per week with 27.5-30 hours of client contact for 3 weeks of each month, reserving one week for professional development, seeing returning clients, administrative and clinical meetings, and individual projects related to our mission and values.

Positions are currently open in Wilmington, NC. We provide competitive pay and benefits along with extensive training and supervision. Please send a cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications along with a resume to Wendy Payson, Managing Director, at wpayson@ticti.org.

We are especially interested in candidates who want to form longer term collaborations with a growing nonprofit that specializes in research, state of the art trauma treatment, and clinical training. If your aspirations include professional development in a collaborative environment, TICTI might be an excellent fit. We offer significant opportunities for growth as a clinician, later as a supervisor, and eventually as a trainer if diversifying your skills is part of your plan. We will provide training including EMDR, PC, attachment and dissociation, and creative approaches. We offer intensive supervision and decades of expertise in trauma treatment, and we seek to develop long-term relationships with clinicians who are committed to our mission and values.

Responsibilities:

Conduct trauma therapy intensives, typically ranging from 3-10 days per client.

Develop and implement treatment plans in accordance with our intensive model.

Quickly build rapport and help clients prepare for trauma work with attachment and grounding work as needed.

Collaborate with our clinical team for support when you want or need it.

Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical records in compliance with all relevant standards.

Participate in regular supervision sessions.

Take on projects related to organizational needs during admin week each month. Whenever possible, these projects can be developed in alignment with your individual professional development plan.

Qualifications:

Master's degree (or higher) in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field

Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as a psychologist, LICSW, or LMHC

Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Commitment to cultural competence/sensitivity in working with diverse populations

Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development

We prefer candidates with trauma therapy training and experience, but all therapists will be considered. We provide competitive pay and benefits along with extensive training and supervision.

WHAT WE OFFER

Collaborative Culture: We believe in the power of collaboration and encourage open communication and sharing of ideas among colleagues and the leadership team. We are committed to cultivating a workplace where every team member feels empowered, valued, and inspired to impact our community's mental health positively.

Diversity and Inclusion: We are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively embrace diversity and recognize the immense value of developing a multicultural team rich with variation in clinical perspectives and lived experiences.

Professional Development: We understand the importance of ongoing learning and growth in this rapidly evolving field. Training is another area that distinguishes TICTI from most other employers in the field. We offer a uniquely rich set of top caliber training courses as a core part of our businessand we offer them to employees at no cost. You will always have access to resources reflecting the latest and most evidence-based research and therapeutic approaches.

Flexibility: We recognize the importance of work-life balance and understand that the nature of mental health work can be demanding. TICTI provides a flexible work environment that accommodates clinicians, allowing them to manage their professional and personal responsibilities in a way that honors themselves along with our mission and values. While there may be inevitable conflicts between agency and personal needs, we do our best to accommodate the needs of our staff whenever possible.

Supervision and Support: We provide a supportive environment for clinicians, offering regular supervision sessions to help guide and enhance professional development.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000 - $60,000

Benefits:

27 days of PTO plus 6 paid holidays per year, along with the opportunity for additional time off as needed

Reimbursement of up to $600/month for employees who purchase individual insurance plans

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work setting:

In-person

Nonprofit

Work Location: Wilmington, NC

WHY WORK FOR TICTI?

TICTI has been a leader in trauma therapy since 2002. We have conducted research and provided training in 26 countries. Over the past 15 years, we developed and refined the most robustly research-supported model of intensive trauma therapy available to the public. Clients typically report transformational results immediately, and their gains persist over time—consistent with our research findings.

TICTI’s evidence-based model features the most efficient, effective, and well-tolerated of the research-supported healing methods: Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Progressive Counting (PC), and Flash. The model also employs other evidence-based tools to help clients prepare for the trauma work. The intensive therapy advantage accelerates healing from trauma and loss and improves client outcomes.

We have extensive experience working with people of all ages with diverse cultural backgrounds and trauma histories. We target and treat all trauma and loss experiences including early childhood abuse/neglect; all forms of violence and victimization; intergenerational trauma; cultural traumas; natural disasters and accidents; work-related traumas; and relational traumas including breakups and bereavement.

Our founder, Dr. Ricky Greenwald, is a licensed psychologist who has been a leading researcher and practitioner in the field for over 30 years. He personally provides rigorous training for all TICTI therapists to ensure that our team is well-prepared to facilitate the best possible outcomes for all clients. This makes TICTI one of the most desirable employers for clinicians who want to develop their skills as trauma therapists.