Associate Therapist (Unlicensed/Provisionally Licensed)

Counselor / TherapistIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$600k-$780k

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Wilmette - Wilmette, IL
  • Education Level: Master's Degree
  • Salary Range: $50000.00 - $65000.00Base+Commission/month
  • Job Category: Clinical Services, Who We Are: Light On Anxiety Treatment Centers, founded in 2012, is a fast-paced, rapidly growing practice that provides state of the art, cutting edge treatments for anxiety, OCD and related conditions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychiatric medication management and psychological testing. Light On Anxiety’s mission is to provide accessible, practical, empirically-supported treatment to help clients move past anxiety, OCD and related disorders as rapidly as possible. Light On Anxiety strives to exceed client expectations and is committed to excellence in customer service at each step of the anxiety treatment process. We pride ourselves in working collaboratively and providing treatment that is compassionate, personalized and action-oriented. Light On Anxiety offers best in class continuing education through our Clinical Training Institute, which includes case consultation, Clinical Grand Rounds, our Learning Lab and a robust assortment of self-guided training materials to keep staff apprised of innovations in empirically-supported treatment models. In addition, many of our clinicians are involved in writing projects such as co-authoring user-friendly workbooks or assisting in the dissemination of high-quality consumer education through our Webzine.

Responsibilities

Full-time position, including a minimum of 22 hours engaged in client sessions per week Provide child, adolescent and adult clients with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety related conditions Clinical management of all assigned cases Communicate and consult with members of each clients care team (legal guardians, families, and other internal and external parties) as necessary and appropriate Provide resources, support, and referrals to external services when appropriate Coordinate crisis response for client emergencies, including coordination of care with outside institutions Complete documentation and administrative requirements in a timely and thorough manner Complete all required trainings Actively seek continuing education to stay informed of all evidence-based treatment protocols for anxiety and related disorders Maintain professional conduct and appearance during all interactions with clients and stakeholders Communicate in a timely and proactive manner with clients, external clinical stakeholders, and the Practices administrative team Actively participate in continuing education initiatives and small group supervision Make positive contributions to the Practices culture Perform other duties as assigned

  • Schedule: Flexible work arrangements, including one fully virtual day Full-time position (40 hours/week) 1 weekend day required What We Offer: Highly competitive salary commensurate with licensure and experience (Base + Variable Pay compensation structure) Signing Bonus Participation in and certification through Light On Anxiety's year long Clinical Training Institute, offering advanced specialty training in CBT for anxiety, OCD and related conditions Supervision needed to obtain independent licensure Paid Time Off and paid company-observed holidays Health, dental and vision insurance Retirement plan with company match Dependent Care and Commuter FSAs Health Savings Account Short-Term Disability Company sponsored Basic Life / AD&D Company laptop, ongoing technical support and technology stipend Company sponsored continuing education programs to fulfill CE/CME requirements Company-sponsored malpractice insurance Reimbursement for licensure examination, registration and renewal fees Administrative team to build your caseload and manage billing, scheduling and credentialing Gorgeous, modern office space and amenities, allowing for maximum peer collaboration Great opportunities for consultation, collaboration and growth A team-based approach for outpatient mental health services where passionate healers come together to bring out the best in our clients and ourselves Opportunities to engage in community outreach initiatives and organization projects beyond clinical responsibilities

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, school counseling, or a related field leading to state licensure (LSW or LPC) Interest in specializing in CBT for anxiety and related disorders Commitment to evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development Ability to receive and integrate feedback in a growth-oriented environment Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build trust and rapport with diverse populations Adaptability and resilience, with the ability to navigate change and ambiguity A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset What Makes You Successful in This Role: You may thrive at Light On Anxiety if you: Enjoy building meaningful relationships and helping others navigate challenges Bring curiosity, openness, and a commitment to continuous learning Are comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment Demonstrate accountability, follow-through, and strong organizational skills Communicate directly, respectfully, and proactively Can reflect, problem-solve, and stay engaged even when situations feel complex or imperfect Value collaboration and contribute positively to a team culture Bring experience working with people in service-oriented, high-responsibility, or dynamic environments Come join a team that promotes innovation, growth, and treatment strategies that work!

Key Responsibilities

Provide evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to child, adolescent, and adult clients while managing clinical cases. Coordinate care with external stakeholders, manage crisis responses, and maintain thorough clinical documentation.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field leading to state licensure. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based practice and possess strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Problem-solvingOcd treatment

Counselor Career Context

Of the 40 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 70% are remote, 28% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedMental Health Therapy median $68k (middle half $65k–$78k)24 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingIllinois index 100.0US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Illinois355 active7,884 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 70% remote · 28% no call · 68% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 4.8
Better work-life than 40% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

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  • Includes weekends
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About Light On Anxiety Treatment Centers

Mental Health Care
Chicago, Illinois
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Signing Bonus
Clinical Training Institute certification
Supervision for licensure
Paid Time Off
Paid company-observed holidays
Health, dental and vision insurance
Retirement plan with company match
Dependent Care and Commuter FSAs

Living in Wilmette

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$699k
Typical market rent
$3,794/mo
Residents’ average commute
35 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.