About Loyal Blue Counseling
Loyal Blue Counseling is a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)-focused private practice with locations in Berkeley and Lafayette, CA. We provide down-to-earth, evidence-based therapy in a warm, supportive, and collaborative group practice environment. Our clinicians are passionate about helping people of all ages—especially students, kids, and families—navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, and insomnia using practical, effective tools grounded in CBT, DBT, and other solution-focused modalities.
Founded with a heart for serving UC Berkeley students and now expanded to the wider East Bay community, we value a team culture built on mutual respect, humor, empathy, and a genuine love for what we do.
Our work environment includes:
- Work-from-home days
- Growth opportunities
- Flexible working hours
- On-the-job training
- Regular social events
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Safe work environment
Who We’re Looking For
We’re currently seeking a Licensed Therapist (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC) in California to join our growing team, with a focus on working with children, teens, and families. This is a great opportunity for a clinician who enjoys working in a collaborative private practice without the administrative burdens of running a business.
Associate-level (AMFT, APCC, ASW) candidates with experience with children and who are great fit may also be considered.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Provide therapy primarily to youth under 18 and their families
- Option to take on young adults and couples clients as caseload grows
- Maintain timely, clear documentation and treatment planning
- Collaborate with a team of friendly, skilled therapists
- Work in-person at our Lafayette location, Berkeley location and/or via telehealth
- Schedule includes afternoon/evening hours, with potential for Saturday mornings
What We Offer
- W-2 employment with competitive hourly pay (based on experience)
- Full-time = 25+ clinical hours/week | Part-time = 12+ clinical hours/week
- Full-time benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Flexible scheduling and autonomy over your caseload
- Supportive onboarding and on-the-job training
- Regular social events and optional team meetups
- Safe, relaxed, and collaborative work culture
- Beautiful office spaces + telehealth platform provided
- Administrative, billing, and referral support
- Ongoing professional growth opportunities
*We are a solution-focused practice that uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as primary method of treatment. Other modalities are welcome, but familiarity with CBT and willingness to train in it is important.*
Preferred Qualifications
- Active California license (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, or registered Associate license)
- Experience working with children, teens, and families
- Familiarity or interest with CBT and DBT frameworks (training in other modalities welcome!)
- Comfort working independently while staying connected to a team
- Afternoon/evening availability required (plus one Saturday morning shift optional)
Nice-to-Haves
- Experience with couples therapy (Terry Real/RLT, Gottman, EFT, or ACT a plus)
- Previous private practice or school-based therapy experience
- Spanish or other language fluency
Loyal Blue Counseling places a high value on its staff and has cultivated a workplace culture of collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and a structure that encourages work/life balance. We look forward to meeting you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $45.00 - $80.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
