Mental Health and Wellness Therapist Part Time - Start Date 9/21/2026

Canyon Ranch has been redefining wellness travel and transformative hospitality for more than 45 years. As the global leader in destination wellness, Canyon Ranch inspires lifelong well-being through world-class experts, personalized guidance, and immersive experiences that help guests live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Now, we are entering an exciting new chapter with the opening of Canyon Ranch Austin in October 2026 -- our newest wellness destination nestled in the Texas Hill Country. Designed to connect guests with nature, adventure, restoration, and personal growth, Austin will build upon the legacy established in Tucson, Lenox, and Las Vegas while creating new opportunities for exceptional talent to shape the future of wellness hospitality.

Recognized among the most outstanding hotels in the world by the Michelin Guide 2025, Canyon Ranch offers more than a career -- it offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others every day.

Join the founding team at Canyon Ranch Austin. Recruitment is underway today, with anticipated start dates beginning in Fall 2026.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do as a Canyon Ranch Colleague

Deliver individual life management consultations utilizing evidence‑based practices, providing guests with personalized guidance and actionable strategies.

Conduct thorough guest assessments, complete timely progress notes, and ensure clear inter‑staff communication and follow‑up care related to all consultations.

Design, develop, and present educational programs, including lectures, workshops, and group sessions, on a wide range of Mental Health topics.

Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of program offerings by identifying guest needs, proposing new topics, and integrating current research into curriculum development.

Represent the Mental Health & Wellness department with professionalism, delivering supportive, insightful, and transformative experiences for guests.

Qualifications

What You'll Need to Be Successful

Hold a Master’s or Ph.D. in clinical psychology, counseling, or social work, with active licensure in the state as a clinical/counseling psychologist, licensed mental health counselor, or licensed clinical social worker.

Bring a minimum of five years of clinical experience addressing a wide range of issues, including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, weight management, sleep disorders, and relationship concerns.

Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, along with strong computer proficiency to support accurate documentation and client communication.

Possess advanced clinical assessment abilities, sound clinical judgment, and the capacity to quickly establish rapport with diverse clients.

• Deliver effective, solution-focused counseling in fast-paced, client‑centered settings.
• Preferred expertise includes biofeedback, hypnotherapy, meditation training, personality assessment, and cognitive assessment.
• Sexual wellness certification or degree (preferred)

What You'll Receive as a Canyon Ranch Colleague

Use of services and facilities including the spa, fitness classes, lectures, and overnight stays at all Canyon Ranch locations nationwide.

• Generous health plan including Health, Dental and Vision after 30 days of employment.
• 25 Days of personal and holiday time off (vacation, sick and holidays)
• Supplemental Health care options (including Accidental, Critical Illness and Hospital care)
• Employer-paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Program

Paid Maternity Leave

A supportive, collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.