EMDR Therapist
Listed compensation
$55k-$75k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- Regular Team Meetings
- Paid Administrative Time
- Technology & Equipment Provided
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Telehealth Opportunities
- CEU Support
- Free CEU Library
- Competitive Compensation
- Clinical Supervision
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- EMDR Therapist
- (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
- Ellie Mental Health | Birmingham, AL
Why Join Ellie?
At Ellie Mental Health, we believe clinicians do their best work when they feel supported, valued, and empowered. We've built a clinician-centered culture that prioritizes work-life balance, flexibility, professional growth, and authentic human connection.
We believe therapy should be creative, engaging, and accessible. We remove unnecessary administrative barriers so clinicians can focus on what they do best: helping people.
Our Team Values
- Authenticity and inclusion
- Creativity and innovation
- Compassion and acceptance
- Humor and connection
- Flexible scheduling and autonomy
- Ongoing learning and professional development
- Collaborative, supportive teamwork
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Paid administrative time
- Flexible scheduling and hybrid work options
- Paid CEUs and ongoing professional development
- Administrative support
- Clinical consultation and supervision
- Fun, supportive team culture
- Additional benefits for full-time team members
About the Role
We're seeking a Trauma Focused Therapist who is passionate about helping clients heal and grow. We're especially interested in clinicians with experience in EMDR, Brainspotting, trauma-focused therapy, or other trauma-informed approaches.
Preferred Licensure
- LPC or ALC
- LCSW or LMSW
- LMFT or LMFT-A
- Clinicians expected to achieve full licensure within six months are encouraged to apply
- Areas of Expertise We Value
- EMDR
- Trauma and PTSD
- Trauma-informed therapy
- Children, adolescents, teens, and adults
What You'll Do
- Complete diagnostic assessments and individualized treatment plans
- Provide high-quality, trauma-informed therapy
- Use evidence-based and creative therapeutic interventions
- Maintain a caseload of 27+ sessions per week for full-time clinicians
- Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation
- Participate in clinical meetings, consultation, and training
Qualifications
Master's or doctoral degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or related field
- Active Alabama licensure or associate-level registration
- 2+ years of clinical therapy experience preferred
- Experience with EMDR, Brainspotting, or other evidence-based trauma treatments preferred
- Experience with diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, and clinical documentation
- Strong communication skills and professional boundaries
- Experience working with diverse populations
- Familiarity with EHR systems, insurance billing, and community resources
We Encourage You to Apply
You don't have to meet every qualification to be a great fit. We welcome clinicians from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about trauma-informed care and helping clients heal. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ellie Mental Health is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and supported. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment.
Franchise Disclosure
Ellie Mental Health clinics are independently owned and operated as part of the Ellie Mental Health franchise system. Employment decisions, compensation, benefits, scheduling, and workplace policies are determined by the local franchise owner. This position is with an independently owned and operated Ellie Mental Health clinic and not Ellie Mental Health's corporate organization.
We're just people helping people. Come join the herd.
Key Responsibilities
The therapist will complete diagnostic assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for clients. They are responsible for providing high-quality, trauma-informed therapy while maintaining accurate clinical documentation and a consistent caseload.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates EMDR Therapist at Ellie Mental Health - 072 a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Social Work) — ranked against 133 active Mental Health Therapy (Social Work) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
Mental Health Therapy — Social Worker Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% are remote, 24% have no call, 78% require no weekends — this position is remote.
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 19.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.0 / 10 · above average in mental health therapy (social work) | ranked against 133 Mental Health Therapy (Social Work) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $55k–$75k | Mental Health Therapy median $71k (middle half $61k–$80k)322 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$73k in purchasing power | Alabama index 88.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Work setting | remote | peers: 60% remote · 24% no call · 78% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US social worker listings (all specialties): 9% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Mental Health Therapy listings | 2,476 in the last 30 days | 1,365 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Mental Health Therapy pay trend | −19.0% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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