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Lumina Therapist - Part Time

Counselor Top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)Part-Time

Listed compensation

$83,200

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Employment & setting
Part-Time · hybrid
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job description

Lumina Therapist 

Mental Health Therapist (AMFT)
Lumina Counseling Services  

If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in your community and shape brighter futures, Help Group is the organization for you! We're one of the largest nonprofits of our kind in the U. S., offering diverse programs for individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, developmental delays, abuse, mental health and social-emotional challenges. Since our founding in 1975, we've grown significantly, expanding our reach to meet the evolving needs of our community. Today, we offer unparalleled academic programs, mental health support, therapy, life coaching, vocational training, specialized social and residential programs, and resources for LGBTQ+ youth and families. These initiatives touch the lives of over 6,000 clients a year and continue to expand in reach and impact. At the heart of The Help Group's mission is a steadfast commitment to empowering individuals to reach their full potential and live positive, productive, and fulfilling lives. We invite passionate professionals to join us in supporting the development of our students, clients, and residents as we grow! Here, you'll find not just a job, but an opportunity to grow your career in a deeply rewarding environment! 

Help Group is seeking warm, enthusiastic, and experienced therapists to join its rapidly expanding private practice program, Lumina Counseling. Contracting with a wide variety of insurance companies, Lumina specializes in ADD/ADHD, Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Autism (ABA), Autism Spectrum Disorders, Behavior Modification, Bipolar Disorders, Depressive disorders, Divorced/blended family issues, OCD, LGBTQIA+ & Transgender issues, Adoption, Sexual Abuse, Victims of Abuse, Assault, Trauma, Conduct/disruptive Disorder, Grief/Loss, PTSD, History of Chemical Dependency, Prenatal & Postpartum Issues, & Schizophrenia. We offer individual, group, couples, and family therapy to people of all ages, both in-person and online, throughout the Los Angeles area. We also offer psycho-educational evaluations and diagnostic assessments.  

Position Details

* Part-Time Hybrid
* Locations:  Sherman Oaks

Key Responsibilities 

* Under the direction of one of our seasoned Clinical Supervisors, provide outpatient mental health services to children, adults, couples, and families. 
* Formulate diagnoses, perform psychological and clinical assessments, draft narrative clinical reports and treat mental health disorders utilizing diversified treatment approaches depending on presenting problems and needs. 
*  As required, provide client referrals for psychiatric evaluation, case management and other supports
* Complete timely intake and session notes into an electronic health records system (EHRS) within 24 hours of services provided.  Please note:  NO DMH PAPERWORK IS INVOLVED, and our administrative staff will complete all client billing to fully support you. 
* Attend weekly individual and group supervision meetings & trainings and collaborate with clinical colleagues within Lumina and other Outpatient programs.

Qualifications 

* Master’s Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy. 
* Current Associate registration with the BBS and in good standing.
* Knowledge of EBP practices; experience working with Autism, ADHD and LGBTQ+ population a plus!
* Ability to develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with warmth and directness.
* Availability to work a flexible schedule in order to accommodate at least 20 client sessions per week on days/times when clients are most available (e. g. late afternoons/evenings, occasional weekends).
* Bilingual Spanish a huge plus!
* Strong organizational and time management skills.

For more information about Lumina Counseling, please visit https://www. thehelpgroup. org/program/lumina-counseling/ [https://www. thehelpgroup. org/program/lumina-counseling/] or visit us at The Help Group: https://www. helpgroup. org/ [https://www. thehelpgroup. org/] 

The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of  Help Group. Salaries will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to, professional and academic experience, certification, training, responsibilities of the position, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire. Help Group reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Mental health therapyClinical assessmentDiagnosisTreatment planningCrisis interventionPsychological assessmentTrauma-informed careOrganizational skillsCollaborationDocumentation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Lumina Therapist - Part Time at New School for Child Development a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,782 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 56% are remote, 12% have no call, 70% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$83k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $75k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Benefits & Perks

Hybrid work
Flexible schedule
No DMH paperwork
Administrative staff handles billing
Weekly supervision