What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Couples Specialist) - Faith-Based, On-site position at Abundant Living Counseling of Rome, PC?
Are you a Gottman-trained therapist or skilled in evidence-based couples counseling? Do you feel called to help marriages heal, thrive, and reflect the love of Christ?
Abundant Living Counseling of Rome is seeking a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or fully licensed LPC or LCSW with specialized training and experience in marriage and couples therapy, ideally with background in the Gottman Method or other attachment-based, trauma-informed models.
This is more than a job—it’s a calling.
About Us:
We are a faith-based private pay counseling practice in Rome, GA. Our mission is to help clients heal their past, reconnect in relationships, and walk in wholeness. We integrate professional therapy with Biblical truth, and we create a peaceful, supportive environment for both clients and clinicians.
Position Highlights:
- Specialty Focus: You’ll work primarily with couples navigating communication breakdown, infidelity recovery, emotional disconnection, and attachment wounds.
- Training Preference: Advanced training in The Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), or similar couples-based modalities is strongly preferred.
- Caseload: 25–30 sessions/week, with a steady stream of referrals
- Schedule: Must include two evenings OR one evening and Saturdays
- Compensation: $65–$83 per session (W2)
- Location: In-person in Rome, GA.
Why Join Us?
- 100% private pay model (no insurance or billing headaches)
- We offer $65–$83 per session (W2), which—at an average of 25–30 sessions/week—equates to roughly $84k–$121k/year, well above the local average of $60k–$90k for MFTs in the Rome area
- Clients are highly motivated and ready for deep work
- A Client Care Coordinator screens and schedules all intakes for you
- We value Christian integrity, trauma-informed care, and a no-drama team culture
- You get to focus on therapy, not admin chaos
We’d Love to Meet You If You:
- Have a heart for healing marriages and restoring emotional connection
- Integrate faith and spirituality in sessions with sensitivity and grace
- Have advanced couples therapy training, such as:
- Gottman Level 1 or 2
- EFT
- Attachment-based models
- Enjoy autonomy with the backing of a warm, collaborative team
- Are excellent with time management, documentation, and tech
- Know that therapy is a calling, not just a career
Requirements:
- Master's degree in Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or Social Work
- Fully licensed in Georgia (LMFT, LPC, or LCSW)
- Minimum 2 years post-graduate experience
- Strong experience working with marriage, premarital, or couples therapy
- Bonus: Certification or experience in trauma-informed care
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide individual, couples, and family counseling
- Develop customized treatment plans
- Maintain up-to-date clinical documentation (HIPAA-compliant)
- Engage in clear and prompt communication with clients and team
Ready to Build a Career that Reflects Your Purpose?
Apply today and join a faith-based team that honors your calling and supports your clinical growth.
Apply here: https://abundantlivingrome.com/careers
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $75,000 - $110,000