Private Practice Therapist- Oklahoma City
Listed compensation
$70k
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Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Edmond, Ok - Edmond, TX, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $70000.00, POSITION SUMMARY The Private Practice Therapist provides high-quality mental health services to clients in an outpatient setting.
This role involves conducting assessments, creating individualized treatment plans, and delivering evidence-based therapy to support client well-being. The therapist works independently while contributing to the collaborative and client-focused culture of the clinic.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Care: Provide individual, couple, and/or family therapy based on expertise and client needs. Conduct thorough intake evaluations, including patient history, mental status examinations, and diagnostic assessments.
Formulate accurate psychiatric diagnoses and develop personalized treatment plans individually tailored to client goals. Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments for patients experiencing acute mental health issues.
Collaboration: Work closely with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare providers to ensure a cohesive approach to patient care. Participate in case consultations and team meetings to review treatment plans and progress.
Refer patients to higher levels of care or additional services as needed, ensuring continuity of care. Patient Education & Advocacy Educate patients and families about psychiatric conditions, treatment options, medication adherence, and self-care strategies.
Advocate for patient needs within the healthcare system and community resources. Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) system. Ensure compliance with clinic policies, legal regulations, and ethical standards in psychiatric practice.
Monitor and address issues related to prescribing controlled substances in alignment with DEA and state guidelines. Professional Development: Stay current on advancements in psychiatric care through continuing education, professional memberships, and clinical supervision.
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the clinic. Note: The essential job functions of this position are not limited to the duties listed above.
Qualifications
Education: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Psychology or Social Work preferred. Experience: Experience working in substance use is preferred but not required. Two years of experience in private practice setting preferred.
Licensure: Must be independently licensed and in good standing as an LPC, LCSW, or equivalent. Will accept provisionally licensed associates. Additional Requirements: A thorough knowledge of The Joint Commission, OSHA, CMS, DHS, State Regulations, and Federal Regulatory Standards. Complete TB testing, Drug Screening, and Background check upon being hired.
Key Responsibilities
The therapist provides high-quality mental health services, including individual, couple, and family therapy in an outpatient setting. They are responsible for conducting intake evaluations, creating personalized treatment plans, and collaborating with other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work and possess an independent license such as LPC or LCSW. Knowledge of regulatory standards like The Joint Commission and OSHA is required, along with the ability to pass background and drug screenings.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Private Practice Therapist- Oklahoma City at Mind Body Optimization 1 a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Mental Health Therapy counselor listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 28% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Oklahoma is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$70k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $80k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Oklahoma clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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