At Bona Fide Psychotherapy & Counselling, we invite and accept all parts of you.

We are a genuine, compassionate, and evidence-based team of therapists who value authenticity, vulnerability, and meaningful therapeutic work. We believe healing happens through connection, curiosity, humility, and continued growth — both personally and professionally.

We are currently seeking an EMDR-trained trauma therapist who is passionate about deepening their trauma work, growing clinically, and being part of a supportive and collaborative environment.

This role is ideal for a therapist who:

Feels called to trauma-focused work

Wants to strengthen and deepen their EMDR practice

Values consultation, mentorship, and ongoing learning

Desires meaningful connection within a team while maintaining autonomy

Is looking for a practice that supports both professional and personal growth

We are intentionally taking our time in finding the right fit for our team and are not looking to hire simply to fill a position. We value genuine connection, authenticity, clinical integrity, and therapists who are committed to ongoing growth and meaningful trauma work. This role is especially well-suited for a therapist seeking a supportive workplace to continue deepening their EMDR and trauma-focused practice over time.

What We Offer

Ongoing consultation and clinical support

EMDR consultation with an EMDRIA Approved Consultant toward certification and advanced skill development

A supportive and growth-oriented training environment

Access to a compassionate and skilled team of therapists

Marketing and advertising support

Therapist profile featured on our website

Referrals

Hybrid work model (in-person + virtual)





Access to a spacious office in Barrie, Ontario

Free parking

Access to supplies

Access to scheduling, billing, payment, and secure client record systems

Role Description
This is a part-time independent contractor position with the opportunity to grow into a full-time caseload. The role is hybrid, based in Barrie, with flexibility for remote work.

The therapist will:

Develop individualized treatment plans

Provide trauma-informed psychotherapy and counselling

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

Collaborate within a supportive clinical team environment

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Social Work or Psychology

Full registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario

Minimum 3 years of experience in the mental health field

Experience and understanding of trauma, PTSD, and complex PTSD

EMDRIA-approved EMDR Basic Training completed (or in the process of basic training)

Ability to work independently while also valuing collaboration and consultation

Excellent clinical, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Willingness to work a minimum of 3 shifts per week, including weekends

Assets

Experience working with diverse and marginalized populations

Experience supporting first responders

Interest in continued EMDR training, consultation, and certification

We are looking for a therapist who is not only clinically skilled, but also real, grounded, compassionate, and committed to ongoing growth — someone who wants to continue evolving both personally and professionally while helping clients heal from trauma in meaningful ways.

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📌 Registered Social Worker (RSW) / Registered Psychotherapist (RP) – Trauma & EMDR Therapist
🏢 Bona Fide Psychotherapyunselling
📍 Ontario