Sunstone Counseling is currently seeking dedicated Child Therapists (pre-licensed or licensed) practicing creative therapy techniques with afternoon and evening availability to support children and their families at our McLean, VA office. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young clients, we would love to hear from you!

Description

Sunstone Counseling invites dedicated Child Therapists to join our Alexandria, VA team to provide therapeutic support to children ages 3 and up and their families through therapeutic play and child-focused counseling methods.

The role is designed to address issues such as emotional dysregulation, anxiety, social skills, and other developmental concerns. Our team provides a supportive environment where therapists can use play therapy techniques and child-centric approaches to foster resilience and emotional health in young clients.

For pre-licensed therapists, Sunstone offers in-house clinical supervision with a focus on developmental psychology, play therapy, and child-centered counseling techniques. Therapists will deliver ethical and professional counseling services under the appropriate supervision as dictated by the Board of Counseling or Social Work, focusing primarily on child and family counseling.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial assessments to determine the therapeutic needs of the child.
• Collaborate with families to support the child’s development and therapeutic goals.
• Develop and implement tailored intervention plans using play therapy and other child-appropriate techniques.
• Monitor and adapt interventions based on the child's progress and evolving needs.
• Participate in peer consultation groups and training sessions to refine therapeutic skills.
• Ensure accurate documentation of sessions, assessments, and progress notes in compliance with insurance and Sunstone Counseling requirements.
• Engage in regular supervision to enhance clinical skills and ensure adherence to ethical standards (Pre-licensed therapist only).

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology with a focus on children.
• Certification in play therapy is highly desired.
• Must obtain State Board Approval to work as a Resident or hold an existing license in the State of Virginia as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficient in play therapy techniques and child development theories.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a particular emphasis on sensitive interactions with children and their families.
• Strong ethical foundation and adherence to confidentiality agreements.
• Ability to work flexibly and responsively with a diverse client population.

This position description is a guideline and does not encompass all facets of the role. Sunstone Counseling reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Sunstone Counseling is an “at will” employer, and this document does not constitute a contract of employment.

Sunstone Counseling is committed to equality and values diversity, providing equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Our internship program is part of our commitment to both the professional field of counseling and to our community. Graduate Interns receive in-person weekly supervision from licensed therapists and through weekly peer consultation groups. The internship program exposes interns to a variety of client populations and clinical issues. Clients, in turn, benefit from reduced session rates and access to professional counseling services, which may otherwise have been inaccessible due to financial restrictions.

Sunstone strives to provide a supportive and collaborative workplace where students can develop their careers. Our practice is designed to help all counselors develop a strong caseload of preferred clients, as well as cultivate their clinical skills and competencies.

Students may fulfill practicum requirements at Sunstone if they are completed along with an internship semester.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform 16-20 hours/week of clinical (direct) and administrative (indirect) functions
• Conduct intake sessions with potential clients
• Conduct 55-min counseling sessions (minimum of six to eight hours of psychotherapy per week)
• Attend weekly supervision to gain clinical support and feedback
• Attend weekly peer supervision groups and cohort meetings
• Conduct relevant assessments and mandatory reporting as necessary
• Participate in individual and practice development
• Please note we require two weekday evenings and/or one weekend day in order to meet university hour requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High degree of ethics and a practice of discretion and confidentiality
• Strong written and oral communication skills. Excellent listening skills required
• Ability to consider internal and external resources to develop a client treatment plan
• Possess high levels of patience, empathy, and respect

Supervision and Support

Individual Clinical Supervision

Weekly 1-on-1 meeting with Licensed Supervisor

Weekly Intern Group Supervision

Weekly group meeting with Clinical Director (all interns participate)

Weekly Peer Group Meetings

Optional peer consultation (peer groups offered daily; join as many as you wish)

Monthly Cohort Meetings

Discussion of specialized interests (e.g. Eating Disorders, Race and Identity, Women’s Issues)

Additional Benefits

• Paid psychologytoday.com membership
• Online counseling bio/profile, including professional headshot
• Marketing of counseling profile via social media
• Flexible scheduling

While we accept applications year round, these are the windows of time that our program reviews applications:

• January 1st - February 28th: Summer Internship Placements
• Feb 1st - March 31st: Fall Internship Placements
• September 1st - October 31st: Spring Internship Placements

Sunstone Counseling is seeking a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join our team in Richmond (Glen Allen), VA. This full-time position involves maintaining a clinical caseload while providing supervision to Counselors in Residence or Resident Social Workers. Candidates must be licensed through the Virginia Board of Counseling or Social Work and either be eligible to become a supervisor or already be a certified clinical supervisor.

Job Responsibilities include:

• Supervision of Sunstone Counselors in Residence or Resident Social Workers
• Filling out all necessary documentation with the supervisee
• Assist with mandatory reporting when needed
• Meet with each supervisee as required by their professional board
• Development and creation with supervisees of treatment plans, reading, and signing
• Development and creation with supervisees of assessments, reading, and signing
• Teach and review clinical notes
• Attend monthly peer supervision meetings and weekly peer groups.

Qualifications/Requirements include:

• Licensed through the Virginia Board of Counseling or Social Work
• Prior experience in a private practice setting is preferred
• Approved Licensed Clinical Supervisor by the Virginia Board of Counseling or  Social Work 

Sunstone Benefits

Working at Sunstone Counseling provides a lifestyle where you can manage your professional life and personal life with a flexible schedule. We encourage health and wellness, including work/life balance, and support our full-time team members with a benefits package including:

• 401(k)
• Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for eligible employees
• Psychology Today profile
• Dedicated in-house marketing support
• Employer-subsidized Malpractice Insurance

Sunstone supports clinicians throughout their professional careers through our weekly peer groups, monthly staff meetings, peer consultations, and a company culture cultivating a passion for learning, connection, communication, and clinical collaboration. 

The hours for this position are flexible based on a part-time or full-time work schedule. 

Sunstone Counseling is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Sunstone Counseling is currently seeking Couples Counselors (pre-licensed or licensed) for evening and/or weekend sessions at one of our Sunstone office locations.

Couples counselors provide professional guidance to help couples resolve conflicts and issues related, but not limited to, communication, intimacy, infidelity, parenting, premarital issues, infertility, and divorce.  For pre-licensed couples counselors, Sunstone offers in-house clinical supervision in modalities including, but not limited to, IMAGO, Gottman, and EFT couples counseling techniques. 

This couples therapist will provide ethical and professional counseling services through Sunstone Counseling while under the appropriate supervision in residency or as a licensed clinician by the Board of Counseling or Social Work, with a primary dedication to couples counseling.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential core responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions (below). Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

• Perform initial evaluations of client needs and develop customized treatment plans.
• Provide individuals with the resources needed to achieve personal goals.
• Consistently monitor client progress and needs; modify treatment plans as needed.
• Participate in weekly peer groups led by supervisors and other clinical staff.
• Properly prepare and execute insurance reporting, clinical notes, intake and discharge notes, safety contract upon client suicidality, and any other reasonable services required by Sunstone Counseling.
• Attend weekly individual supervision sessions with a Sunstone supervisor to gain clinical support and feedback. (Pre-licensed counselor only).
• Assist with any litigation, as required.
• Work in compliance with all Company policies, regulations, and rules to maintain active licensure to practice psychological counseling in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Abide by the ethical rules of the National Association of Social Workers, the American Counseling Association, and the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy; if applicable.
• Work only under the direction and supervision of a licensed counselor, licensed psychologist, or licensed social worker appointed by Sunstone Counseling. (Pre-licensed counselor only).

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Counseling or Family Therapy required.
• Must obtain State Board Approval to work as a Resident or have an existing license in the State of Virginia as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong conflict resolution and crisis management abilities.
• A high degree of ethics and a practice of discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong written and oral communication skills. Excellent listening skills are required.
• Ability to consider internal and external resources to develop a client treatment plan
• Possess high levels of patience, empathy, and respect.

This position description does not imply that the stated requirements are the only expectations for the position. Incumbents are expected to perform any other duties that may be assigned. Sunstone Counseling has the right to revise this position description at any time. Sunstone Counseling is an “at will” employer and, as such, neither this position description nor your signature constitutes any form of contractual agreement between you and Sunstone Counseling.

Sunstone Counseling considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Sunstone Counseling is currently seeking Child and Adolescent Therapists (pre-licensed or licensed) for evening and/or weekend sessions at Alexandria, Falls Church, or McLean, VA Sunstone Counseling office locations.

Description

Sunstone Counseling invites dedicated therapists to join our team to provide therapeutic support to children ages 3 and up and their families through therapeutic play and child-focused counseling methods.

The role is designed to address issues such as emotional dysregulation, anxiety, social skills, and other developmental concerns. Our team provides a supportive environment where therapists can use play therapy techniques and child-centric approaches to foster resilience and emotional health in young clients.

For pre-licensed therapists, Sunstone offers in-house clinical supervision with a focus on developmental psychology, play therapy, and child-centered counseling techniques. Therapists will deliver ethical and professional counseling services under the appropriate supervision as dictated by the Board of Counseling or Social Work, focusing primarily on child and family counseling.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial assessments to determine the therapeutic needs of the child.
• Collaborate with families to support the child’s development and therapeutic goals.
• Develop and implement tailored intervention plans using play therapy and other child-appropriate techniques.
• Monitor and adapt interventions based on the child's progress and evolving needs.
• Participate in peer consultation groups and training sessions to refine therapeutic skills.
• Ensure accurate documentation of sessions, assessments, and progress notes in compliance with insurance and Sunstone Counseling requirements.
• Engage in regular supervision to enhance clinical skills and ensure adherence to ethical standards (Pre-licensed therapist only).

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field with a focus on children.
• Certification in play therapy is highly desired.
• Must obtain State Board Approval to work as a Resident or hold an existing license in the State of Virginia as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficient in play therapy techniques and child development theories.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a particular emphasis on sensitive interactions with children and their families.
• Strong ethical foundation and adherence to confidentiality agreements.
• Ability to work flexibly and responsively with a diverse client population.

This position description is a guideline and does not encompass all facets of the role. Sunstone Counseling reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Sunstone Counseling is an “at will” employer, and this document does not constitute a contract of employment.

Sunstone Counseling is committed to equality and values diversity, providing equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.