Mental Health Counselor

Full-time Clinician Child and Family Therapist--Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)

Anima Child and Family Therapy

Position Summary

Anima Child and Family Therapy, a private practice in Fort Collins, CO, is seeking a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) to provide compassionate, developmentally informed therapy services to children, adolescents, and families in a private practice setting. Our practice specializes in Child-Centered Play Therapy, Sandplay, EMDR, and depth-oriented approaches that honor each child’s inner world while supporting families in healing, growth, and greater wholeness.

The ideal candidate is passionate about working with children and families, values collaborative care, and is committed to creating a safe, attuned, and inclusive therapeutic environment.

Our Values

At Anima Child and Family Therapy, our work is guided by:

• Inherent Goodness
• Being Seen and Heard
• Authentic Living
• Integrity
• Collaboration
• Wholeness and Healing
• Ongoing Professional Growth

We are committed to creating a practice culture that supports both client well-being and clinician development, recognizing that meaningful therapy begins with authentic human connection.

Benefits:

• Pay rate: average of $43/session
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid Time Off
• Your own office space supplied with a play room and sand trays
• Professional development and support, including training opportunities
• Supervision can count towards obtaining a Registered Play Therapy Credential
• Professional development, mentorship, and support for those seeking to build their own private practice

Supervision and Training

Candidates will receive supervision from Heather Truschel MC, LPC, RPT-S, RSP, a child and family therapist specializing in Child-Centered Play Therapy, Sandplay Therapy and EMDR. Supervision can also be used for Registered Play Therapy credential. Supervision emphasizes clinical growth, self-awareness, ethical practice, and the development of a strong therapeutic presence.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and families.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Utilize evidence-based and developmentally appropriate interventions.
• Collaborate with parents and caregivers to support therapeutic goals and strengthen family relationships.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with ethical, legal, and practice standards.
• Participate in consultation, supervision, and ongoing professional development.
• Coordinate care with schools, medical providers, and other professionals as clinically appropriate.
• Uphold ethical standards and maintain professional licensure requirements.

Qualifications

Required:

• Active Colorado LPCC license and in good standing.
• Master’s degree in Counseling or related mental health field.
• Experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and families.
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills.
• Commitment to culturally responsive, inclusive, and family-centered care.

Preferred:

• Training or experience in Child-Centered Play Therapy, Sandplay Therapy, or EMDR.
• Experience working with anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, grief, trauma, and family conflict.
• Interest in furthering their professional development with play based approaches and credentialing.

Desired Characteristics

• Warm, compassionate, and collaborative therapeutic style.
• Ability to build strong relationships with children, families, and referral partners.
• Commitment to helping clients feel seen, heard, and valued.
• Integrity, professionalism, and dedication to ongoing growth and learning.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a supportive practice culture.

If interested, please send resume to Heather Truschel at heather@animachildandfamily.com

Pay: $30.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $50