Couples Therapist

Counseling Works

Naperville

• Frankfort
• Lemont
• Shorewood, IL

Couples Therapist | Part-time or Full-time

Who We Are

At Counseling Works, we’ve spent years building something we’re genuinely proud of: a group practice rooted in clinical excellence, real collaboration, and a deep commitment to the communities we serve. We take care of our clinicians because we know that when you feel supported, your clients do too.

We’re growing, and we’re looking for a therapist who brings more than just credentials to the table. The right person for this role is comfortable sitting with conflict. You're skilled at helping couples slow down and actually hear each other, and you understand that the relationship itself is your client. Whether you draw from Gottman, EFT, Imago, or attachment-based approaches, you bring a framework to your work and the flexibility to meet each couple where they are.

If you’re looking for a practice where your caseload is built for you, the administrative burden is lifted off your plate, and you’re surrounded by a team that takes professional growth seriously, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’LL Get

• Instant caseload: Steady referrals from day one so you’re not starting from scratch
• Uncapped earnings: No ceiling — see more clients, earn more

No-show protection: You receive your split of any cancellation fees charged, so a client’s last-minute cancellation doesn’t mean lost income for you

Full admin support: A dedicated medical biller and intake coordinator handle scheduling, insurance verification, claims, and paperwork

Free supervision & consultation: Individual consultation with the Owner/Founder and Clinical Director at no cost; supervision provided if required for licensure

• Flexible schedule: Choose your hours with work-life balance as a core organizational value
• CEU events & development: Monthly educational events plus professional development support
• Marketing support: Psychology Today profile, business cards, and networking opportunities provided from day one
• Beautiful workspace: Comfortable, well-decorated private offices across four suburban locations

Compensation

This is a fee-for-service role. Therapists earn a percentage of collected session revenue, commensurate with experience and licensure level.

• Master’s level / pre-licensed: 40–49% — approximately $50–$61 per session
• Fully licensed: 50%+ — approximately $63+ per session

Benefits

• Health, vision & dental insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid orientation

The Role

You’ll carry a caseload of couples and individuals, with the clinical autonomy to work in the modalities you know best and the support structure to keep administrative work off your plate. You'll:

• Provide couples and individual therapy sessions
• Conduct diagnostic assessments and formulate DSM-5 diagnoses
• Develop, implement, and maintain individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate with intake, leadership, and care coordination teams
• Contribute to couples specialty outreach and marketing initiatives
• Attend monthly CEU events and engage in ongoing professional development

Caseload & Schedule

• Full-time: ~25 client sessions per week; 30+ scheduled hours
• Part-time: 15–20 client sessions per week; 29 or fewer scheduled hours
• Evenings: Minimum one evening shift per week required
• Weekends: Minimum one weekend shift per week required

Requirements

Illinois License Required (Active or Actively in Pursuit)

LPC, LCPC, LSW, LCSW, LMFT, AMFT, PsyD, or PhD

Education

Master’s degree required (MEd, MSW, or MA)

Experience

Minimum 1 year of direct experience counseling couples

Preferred Certifications or Training

Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Imago, or AAMFT certification

You’RE a Great FIT If You…

• Can hold space for two people with competing perspectives with warmth and without taking sides
• Bring a clinical framework and the flexibility to meet each couple where they are
• Want a practice that builds your caseload, handles admin, and invests in your growth

We believe when clinicians thrive, clients do too.