About Our Practice
Tangled Roots is a newly established, clinician-owned mental health and wellness practice committed to providing exceptional care while creating a sustainable and supportive environment for therapists. We believe that clinicians do their best work when they feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow professionally.
We are currently seeking Provisionally Licensed Therapists (LSW, LPC, ALMFT) who are passionate about helping clients heal while continuing to develop their clinical skills within a collaborative team setting.
Whether you're early in your career or looking for a practice that offers strong mentorship and professional development, we provide the support, resources, and referral flow needed to build a thriving caseload.
What You'll Do
- Provide individual, couples, and/or family therapy services
- Complete clinical documentation and treatment planning in a timely manner
- Participate in supervision and case consultation
- Maintain ethical, legal, and professional standards of practice
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support client care
Compensation
Our unique hybrid compensation model combines guaranteed hourly pay with productivity-based bonuses, allowing clinicians to earn competitively while maintaining financial stability.
Estimated Annual Earnings: $52,000 – $83,000+ annually, depending on caseload and productivity.
Schedule & Work Environment
We offer a flexible and supportive work environment designed to promote both clinician wellbeing and quality client care.
Schedule Options
- Part-Time (approximately 15–23 sessions per week)
- Full-time (approximately 24–30 sessions per week)
- Flexible scheduling within standard business hours
Flexible Scheduling
- Create a schedule that works for both you and your clients
- Ability to structure your caseload within practice guidelines
- Daytime, evening, and limited weekend availability welcomed based on clinician preference and client needs
- Flexibility to adjust availability as your caseload grows
Work Location
- Hybrid role (combination of in-office and Telehealth services)
- Remote work available for telehealth sessions, documentation, treatment planning, and administrative tasks
What Success Looks Like
- Maintaining a consistent caseload
- Providing high-quality, ethical clinical care
- Completing documentation in a timely manner
- Participating in supervision and team consultation
- Contributing to a collaborative and supportive team culture
We value autonomy and flexibility while providing the support, structure, and resources needed for clinicians to thrive.
Clinical Interests We Are Excited About
We welcome clinicians from all backgrounds and specialties. We especially encourage applicants with training or interest in:
- Trauma Therapy
- EMDR
- Brainspotting
- ERP for OCD
- Couples Therapy
- Family Therapy
- Maternal Mental Health
- Adolescent & Young Adult Therapy
- Anxiety & Mood Disorders
Clinicians who have established relationships with schools, physicians, community organizations, or referral partners are strongly encouraged to apply.
Administrative Support Included
Our clinicians are able to focus on client care while our team supports the operational side of practice.
We provide:
- Insurance credentialing support
- Billing and claims management
- Intake coordination
- Scheduling assistance
- Marketing and referral generation
- EHR and telehealth platform (SimplePractice)
- Ongoing administrative support
Many clinicians build a strong caseload within 60–90 days.
What We Offer
- W-2 Employment
- Flexible Scheduling
- Clinical Supervision Available
- Steady Referral Flow
- Collaborative Team Environment
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Professional Development Stipend
- Health Insurance Stipend
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Accrued Paid Time Off
- SimplePractice EHR & Telehealth Platform
- Administrative and Billing Support
- Opportunities for Advancement and Leadership Growth
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field
- Active Illinois LSW, LPC, or ALMFT license
- Ability to maintain a minimum of 15 client sessions per week
- Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to ethical, client-centered care
Preferred Experience
- Experience in a mental health or healthcare setting
- Familiarity with SimplePractice or similar EHR
- Experience supervising staff
- Experience with onboarding or credentialing
Why Tangled Roots?
At Tangled Roots, we are intentionally building a workplace where clinicians can grow meaningful careers without sacrificing their wellbeing. We value collaboration over competition, quality over quantity, and sustainability over burnout.
Our mission is to create a supportive environment where therapists feel trusted, respected, and equipped to provide exceptional care while continuing to grow professionally.
If you're looking for a practice where your voice matters, your expertise is valued, and your career can grow alongside a thriving organization, we'd love to meet you.
Pay: $52,000.00 - $83,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- What license do you currently hold in Illinois?
- How many client sessions per week would you ideally like to maintain?
- What populations do you most enjoy working with?
- Do you have training in any specialty modalities (EMDR, ERP, couples therapy, etc.)?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
