Couples Therapist

Date posted:
 October 10, 2025

Pay:
 CA$80.00-CA$120.00 per hour

Job description:

Career Opportunity: Couples Counsellor (Telehealth/In-Person) – Transformation Counselling

Location: Waterloo, Ontario (In-Person) OR Cambridge, Ontario (In-Person)

Engagement: Part-Time/Full-Time with Flexible Scheduling

About Us:

At Transformation Counselling, we are committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and client-focused environment that empowers individuals, couples and families to achieve personal growth, restore health, and reclaim the vitality of their relationships. Our experienced mental health practitioners are proficient in working across a diverse client base, including teenagers, adults, and seniors, providing comprehensive treatment tailored to individuals, couples, and families.

Current Opportunity:

We are on the lookout for empathetic, skilled, and independently contracted couples' counsellors who will be instrumental in enriching our community services in Ontario. While we are based in Ontario, we appreciate the diverse experience and encourage those who hold membership in good standing with their respective social work regulatory bodies across Canada to apply.

The ideal candidate will be a beacon of guidance and support, adept at managing a consistent client caseload ranging from five to fourty hours per week across one to seven days. Transformation Counselling will provide clients, scheduling assistance, system support, and charting services. Billing operations are seamlessly managed by our dedicated staff, allowing you to focus on what you do best – helping your clients achieve their goals.

Responsibilities:

· Develop a robust client base through clinic referrals;

· Deliver effective clinical counselling and treatment to individuals and couples, and facilitate family interventions as needed;

· Meticulously document clinical notes and progress for each session;

· Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and establish the required clinical intervention level;

· Craft elements of treatment plans employing appropriate therapeutic models;

· Offer case management support, coordinating multiple service avenues when necessary;

· Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the regulatory requirements of the counselling profession, best practices, and ethical standards;

· Engage in periodic strategic meetings with the management team to discuss clinical practices and client progress.

Qualifications:

· Current good standing with a recognized social work or counselling college;

· Gottman Level 1 and 2, or EFT for Couples Training

· Experienced clinician with at least 3+ years of licensed counselling experience;

· Possession of Current Professional Liability Insurance, or willingness to acquire it before starting;

· Exceptional organizational and communication skills;

· Commitment to client confidentiality as per PHIPA regulations;

· Proactive engagement and high-quality customer service in responding to new client inquiries;

· Proficient in establishing trust and rapport with a diverse clientele;

· Demonstrated ability in crisis intervention and problem-solving.

Preferred Assets:

Experience with various evidence-based psychotherapy models such as CBT, EMDR, DBT, EFT, Gottman, etc.

Remuneration and Benefits:

· Starting from $80.00 to $120 per session

· The benefit of a flexible work schedule (remote, in-person and hybrid options)

· Design your own schedule.

· Unlimited vacation time

· Complimentary continuing education support

Education:

· Master's Degree in a psychotherapy/social work/counselling (required)

· Registered with your association/college (required)

· Owns or will own individual liability insurance for your practice

Work Modality:

· In-Person in Waterloo, Ontario or Cambridge, Ontario

· Interested applicants are invited to submit a thoughtful cover letter and a comprehensive resume. We are grateful to all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that while we respect the diverse background of practitioners across the country, our immediate need is for professionals who can operate within Ontario, ensuring compliance with provincial regulatory standards.

Apply today and become a part of a team that's dedicated to transforming lives and nurturing relationships at Transformation Counselling.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team.

Apply on Indeed with Resume & Cover Letter or email

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Freelance

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Flexible schedule
• Work from home

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Waterloo, ON N2J 1N8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

• Master's Degree (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Social Work/Psychology/Counselling License in Ontario? (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Waterloo, ON or Cambridge, ON