Private Practice Therapist | Adolescents, Adults and Couples | Downers Grove, IL | Full-Time

Private Practice Therapist | Adolescents, Adults and Couples | Downers Grove, IL | Full-Time | In-person | W2

Build a caseload you actually want - with support that makes the work sustainable.

We’re a locally owned, modern, growth-oriented group practice in Downers Grove seeking a warm, engaged therapist who values clinical excellence, autonomy, and a collaborative team culture. This is a great fit for clinicians who want consistent referrals, thoughtful leadership, and less administrative burnout.

About Us

Downers Grove Counseling and Wellness PLLC (DGCW) is a relationship-centered psychotherapy practice serving children 6+, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

We offer:

• Beautiful in-person offices in Downers Grove
• Telehealth services across Illinois

At DGCW, we believe healing happens through safe, authentic relationships. Our team of clinicians is collaborative, engaged, and genuinely enjoys working together.

We prioritize:

• Mentorship and professional growth
• Therapist voice and autonomy
• Open feedback and collaboration
• Diversity of clinical thought
• Investment in our clinicians (significant training, benefits, consultation)

Our core approaches include attachment-based, psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and family systems, while supporting clinician specialization in areas like:

• CBT
• DBT
• EMDR
• Couples work (Gottman, EFT)
• LGBTQ+ affirming care
• Grief and Loss
• Perinatal Support
• Narrative Therapy
• Multicultural Therapy

Who We Are Seeking

We are seeking one (1) full-time Illinois-licensed clinician (LPC, LCPC, LSW, LCSW, ALMFT, LMFT, Psy.D., or equivalent) to join our growing team of skilled, motivated, and compassionate professionals. We are especially interested in clinicians who are looking for a long-term clinical home - one where they can deepen their work, build meaningful professional relationships, and grow alongside their colleagues.

Ideal candidates are empathic, dependable, and grounded in integrity and authenticity. You value the therapeutic relationship as central to long-term therapeutic work and are committed to ongoing clinical development.

Applicants should be able to thoughtfully articulate their clinical approach and demonstrate dedication to at least one modality (e.g., psychodynamic, attachment-based, CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care). Above all, we are seeking clinicians who are empathic, thoughtful, proactive, and aligned with our commitment to delivering relational, compassionate, high-quality care.

Qualified Applicant Requirements:

• An active Illinois license.
• A majority in-person schedule with either three (3) evenings or two (2) evenings and one (1) weekend day required.
• Be willing to build a caseload of a minimum of 25 weekly clients.
• A strong interest in working with adolescents, adults, and couples.
• Interest in working with young children and/or families is a bonus, but not required.
• Knowledge and experience providing relationship-based, long-term therapy.
• A high level of knowledge and skill in clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Ability to work competently with a wide range of mental health issues and presenting concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and grief/loss.
• Experience working with clients with diverse backgrounds and clinical presentations, and commitment to exploring own biases in interacting with others.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to be assertive while maintaining composure and openness to feedback.
• Able to work autonomously and cooperatively as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent organization and time management skills, including the ability to complete clinical notes promptly.
• Ability to manage one's own work schedule and respond to all client communication within 24 hours.
• Current NPI # and/or credentialing with insurance panels preferred.

Position Expectations:

• Complete necessary client and other administrative paperwork consistent with practice policies and guidelines.
• Participate in individual supervision and group case consultation.
• Comply with regulatory, licensure, and continuing education requirements relevant to the applicant’s professional degree and discipline.
• Abide by the ethics codes that govern the candidate’s field/discipline/degree.
• Adhere to all confidentiality laws, HIPAA regulations, and other federal and state governing privacy laws.
• Assess client risk effectively and provide crisis management as needed.
• Assess appropriateness of potential clients for outpatient private practice setting, including potential for tele-health, and provide referrals as needed.
• Access community resources to engage clients in addressing their needs holistically.
• Complete and maintain documentation needed to participate in insurance networks.
• Maintain communication and collaboration with other providers (e.g., psychiatry) to ensure high-quality care.
• Seek out training and education to support excellent and ethical practice.

Compensation, Benefits & Resources:

• Highly competitive pay commensurate with experience
• BCBS PPO medical health insurance with company contribution
• Delta Dental vision and dental insurance with company contribution
• 401K with 3.5% company match
• Professional development budget and extensive (8+ annual) CEU trainings sponsored by the practice
• Paid leave
• Flexible schedule
• A modern, professional office space
• Administrative services including billing, insurance credentialing, intake, and scheduling
• Simple Practice cloud-based EHR
• Marketing and advertising completed for you
• Individual and group clinical supervision
• Established, invested, and supportive team of colleagues
• Premium snacks, beverages, and coffee bar

To Apply:

If this role resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you! Please send a cover letter and current résumé to Jenna Kraft, LCSW, Owner/Director, at [email protected].

Pay: $60.00 - $70.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Can you work a hybrid schedule at our Downers Grove office, including three (3) evenings or two (2) evenings and Saturdays in the office?

Work Location: In person