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Ascend Medical Georgia
Newnan, Georgia · Hybrid

Therapist

CounselorFull-Time

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Job Description

  • Job Title: Licensed Therapist (TMS & SPRAVATO Support)
  • Ascend Medical – Behavioral Health Team
  • Newnan, GA
  • Help Us Redefine Whole Person Care: Connecting Body, Mind, and Soul

At Ascend Medical, we're not just practicing healthcare; we're redefining it. We believe that true well-being stems from an integrated approach that honors the interconnectedness of the body, mind, and soul. Our Behavioral Health Division is at the forefront of this movement, building a model where therapists are empowered to focus on what truly matters: meaningful patient relationships, clinical excellence, and fostering long-term healing.

We are expanding our dynamic team across Metro Atlanta and are seeking compassionate, mission-driven therapists who are eager to be part of something transformative. Whether you are an established solo practitioner looking for enhanced support, a therapist seeking to grow or enhance your current caseload, or an associate clinician ready to build your career, we invite you to join us.

More Time for Patients, Less Time on the Hustle.

We understand that your passion lies in helping others, not in navigating the complexities of administrative burdens. Ascend Medical provides the operational infrastructure so you can dedicate your energy to delivering exceptional patient care and making a profound clinical impact.

Specialty Behavioral Health Services?

In addition to traditional outpatient therapy, this role will work closely with our interventional psychiatry team to support patients receiving Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and SPRAVATO (esketamine) treatment.?

  • Responsibilities may include:?
  • Providing therapeutic support and care coordination for patients receiving TMS and SPRAVATO?
  • Collaborating with psychiatrists, primary care providers, and care teams to support treatment outcomes?
  • Educating and guiding patients throughout their treatment journey?
  • Supporting an integrated care model focused on depression, anxiety, trauma, and other behavioral health conditions?
  • Participating in multidisciplinary treatment planning and case consultation?

Our Robust Support System Includes

Dedicated Scheduling & Patient Coordination:? Say goodbye to administrative headaches.

Insurance Credentialing Assistance: We'll help you navigate the process.

Seamless Billing & Revenue Cycle Management:? Focus on your clients, not finances.

Proactive Marketing & Referral Development:? Grow your practice with our support.

Efficient Intake & Patient Onboarding:? Streamlined processes for a smooth start.

EMR & Technology Support:? User-friendly tools and ongoing assistance.

Collaborative Care Coordination:? Seamless integration with our multidisciplinary team.

Professional Office Space & Operational Infrastructure:? A supportive environment to thrive.

  • Build Your Practice — Without Building It Alone.
  • We recognize the challenges of building and maintaining a caseload. At Ascend, you'll benefit from:

Internal Referrals:? Connect with patients from our primary care and psychiatry teams.

Community Partnerships:? Expand your reach through collaborative initiatives.

Marketing & Outreach Support:? We help you get seen and connect with those who need you.

Access to Integrated Care Teams:? Collaborate with a holistic network of professionals.

Flexibility to Develop Specialty Niches:? Pursue your passions in areas like grief, trauma, women's health, anxiety, relationships, chronic illness, faith-based counseling, adolescents, LGBTQ+ support, substance use, and more.

Opportunities to Shape Our Growth:? Contribute to program development and the evolution of our services.

  • Clinical Autonomy, Amplified Impact.
  • We champion your expertise and trust your professional judgment. At Ascend, you will maintain:

Clinical Independence:? Freedom to utilize your preferred therapeutic approaches.

Scheduling Flexibility:? Structure your work-life balance.

Specialty Focus Development:? Cultivate your areas of expertise.

Collaborative Input:? Influence patient care discussions.

A Voice in Shaping Culture & Programming:? Contribute to a supportive and innovative environment.

We are committed to fostering an environment where therapists feel supported, respected, and empowered – not micromanaged.

Integrated, Whole Person Care: Connecting Body, Mind, and Soul.

Our Innovative Model Seamlessly Integrates

  • Primary Care
  • Psychiatry
  • Therapy
  • Care Coordination
  • Senior Care

Wellness Services

  • This holistic approach enables you to provide comprehensive care, collaborating with medical professionals who deeply value behavioral health as a cornerstone of overall well-being.
  • Our Mission is Simple: To elevate mind, body, and soul.

Who We're Looking For

We are intentionally building a diverse behavioral health team and welcome clinicians from all backgrounds, specialties, and career stages. Our ideal candidates are:

  • Compassionate and patient-centered.
  • Collaborative and growth-oriented.
  • Passionate about whole-person care and the connection between mind, body, and soul.
  • Eager to contribute to a growing, mission-driven organization.
  • Excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of integrated behavioral healthcare.

We Welcome

  • Full-time and part-time clinicians.
  • Hybrid and virtual therapists.
  • Established clinicians with existing caseloads.
  • Therapists looking to grow or enhance their current caseload.

"Builder" clinicians interested in expanding teams and programs.

Associate-level clinicians where supervision structures permit.

Qualifications

Active Georgia license (or license eligibility) in one of the following:

LPC / APC

LCSW / LMSW

LMFT / AMFT

  • Psychologist
  • Other relevant behavioral health licensure
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Commitment to ethical, high-quality patient care.

Why Join Ascend Now?

This is an unparalleled opportunity to join a rapidly growing behavioral health platform at an exciting stage. Be a part of something bigger, where you can:

  • Join early and help shape our culture and clinical programs.
  • Collaborate across disciplines to provide truly integrated care.
  • Grow professionally alongside an exceptional team of dedicated clinicians.
  • Deliver care in a model designed for both patient well-being and clinician sustainability.
  • If you're seeking a place where your clinical work is deeply valued, your voice is heard, and your focus can remain on helping individuals heal and thrive – we would love to meet you.
  • Ascend Medical: Whole Person Care for Mind, Body, and Soul.

Key Responsibilities

Provide therapeutic support and care coordination for patients receiving TMS and SPRAVATO treatments. Collaborate with psychiatrists and primary care providers to deliver integrated, whole-person behavioral health care.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient educationTMS supportTrauma-informed careMental health counselingMultidisciplinary collaborationDocumentation

Counselor Career Context

Ascend Medical Georgia holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 70/100, 6 active listings.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 66% are remote, 26% have no call, 54% require no weekends — this position is remote.

The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About Ascend Medical Georgia

Hospitals and Health Care
Atlanta, Georgia
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Dedicated Scheduling & Patient Coordination
Insurance Credentialing Assistance
Seamless Billing & Revenue Cycle Management
Proactive Marketing & Referral Development
Efficient Intake & Patient Onboarding
EMR & Technology Support
Collaborative Care Coordination
Professional Office Space & Operational Infrastructure