Mental Health Therapist (LCMHC, LCMHCA, LCSW, LMFT, LMFTA)

Higgins Wellness is seeking a highly organized, compassionate, and self-motivated mental health therapist to join our outpatient group practice in Asheville, North Carolina. This position involves providing individual, group, family, and/or couples psychotherapy based on the clinician's training, experience, and areas of interest. Our practice serves children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

We're looking for a clinician who is passionate about providing high-quality mental health care, communicates effectively, works well independently and collaboratively, and values being part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team.

Job Type:

Full-time opportunities with flexible scheduling and hybrid work options.

• Full-time (20 clinical hours per week): Eligible for applicable employee benefits and reimbursements, subject to practice policies and benefit plan requirements.
• Full-time with health insurance (25 clinical hours 5 administrative hours per week): Eligible for additional benefits, including employer-sponsored health insurance, subject to plan requirements.

Pay:

Estimated Annual Earnings: $60,000–$90,000

Compensation is structured as an hourly base rate plus productivity-based commission, with commission rates determined by licensure level. Actual earnings depend on the number of completed client sessions, caseload, and hours worked. The advertised range reflects estimated earning potential and is not a guaranteed annual salary.

Responsibilities:

• Provide outpatient clinical counseling services, including intake assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and individual, group, family, and/or couples psychotherapy, as appropriate to clinical training and experience.
• Maintain an active North Carolina professional license or associate license and comply with all applicable laws, regulations, professional ethical standards, and Higgins Wellness policies.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat mental health and/or substance use disorders within the clinician's scope of practice and training.
• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each client's needs and circumstances, and review and update them as clinically appropriate.
• Respond to client-related clinical communications within 24 hours, in accordance with practice policies and established communication procedures.
• Coordinate and communicate with members of a client's treatment team, including primary care providers, psychiatrists, schools, and community resources, when clinically appropriate and authorized.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation, including intake assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries, and other required records.
• Collaborate with administrative and billing staff on scheduling, documentation, insurance-related questions, and occasional payment collections.
• Utilize practice-approved HIPAA-compliant communication systems, including secure phone, fax, and electronic messaging platforms.
• Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to all HIPAA regulations and applicable privacy requirements.
• Maintain consistent clinical availability that supports the development and maintenance of an appropriate caseload.
• Participate in clinical consultation, team collaboration, and professional development opportunities as appropriate.
• Support the practice's presence in the community through professional networking and outreach when appropriate.
• Contribute to the overall success of Higgins Wellness by completing other reasonable, role-related responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related clinical mental health field.
• Active North Carolina licensure or associate licensure as an LCMHC, LCMHCA, LCSW, LMFT, or LMFTA.
• Minimum of one year of experience in the mental health field.
• Training or experience in EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Brainspotting, or other trauma-focused treatment approaches preferred.
• Interest in working with trauma-related conditions and/or eating disorders preferred.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and scheduling software preferred.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations, confidentiality requirements, and professional ethical standards.
• Ability to work independently, manage clinical responsibilities, and maintain timely documentation.
• Willingness to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a supportive team environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing clinical and organizational needs.

Work Environment:

This is a hybrid position based in Asheville, North Carolina, with opportunities to provide both in-person and telehealth services. We prefer candidates who reside in Asheville or surrounding Western North Carolina communities and are interested in maintaining an in-person presence within the practice.

Clinicians have flexibility in establishing their schedules while maintaining consistent availability that supports their caseload and client needs. Telehealth services require reliable internet access, a private workspace, and adherence to all applicable confidentiality and professional standards.

Our practice values a supportive, collaborative work environment and recognizes the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. We are a HAES-aligned, anti-racist, LGBTQIA2S affirming, and neurodivergent-informed practice. We are committed to providing inclusive, compassionate, and evidence-informed care and seek clinicians whose professional values align with ours.

We understand that therapists do their best work when they have the support and resources they need. Higgins Wellness provides administrative assistance, clinical collaboration, and professional development opportunities to help clinicians focus on delivering quality care while building sustainable careers.

If you're a dedicated mental health professional looking for flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a supportive group practice, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits:

• Flexible scheduling with hybrid work opportunities.
• Shared office space in Asheville, NC.
• Employer-sponsored health insurance for eligible employees.
• Paid time off accrual beginning after 90 days of employment, subject to eligibility.
• Continuing education (CEU) stipend.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer match, subject to plan eligibility requirements.
• Phone reimbursement for eligible employees.
• Monthly clinical consultation group.
• Quarterly team outings and opportunities for team connection.
• Practice-provided marketing support, including Google Ads, search engine optimization (SEO), and other marketing initiatives.
• Insurance credentialing support.
• Electronic health record (EHR) system, HIPAA-compliant email, and secure document storage provided.
• In-house clinical supervision for eligible LCMHCAs and LCASAs.
• Dedicated billing and patient-coordination support to minimize administrative workload.

*Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements, practice policies, and governing plan documents.