Associate Therapist (Hybrid - Virtual + In-Person in Kitchener)

Independent Contractor - Ontario

The Opportunity

This isn't a job posting, It's an invitation to do deep, meaningful work alongside someone who's been in the field for over 12 years and believes therapy is transformative when done well.

I am building a small team of thoughtful, skilled therapists who want to do meaningful work without the overhead of running their own practice. You'll have the support of an established practice, the mentorship to continue growing as a clinician, and the freedom to build your caseload at a sustainable pace.

About the Practice

I work primarily with high-functioning adults and couples who look like they have it all together but feel like they're barely holding on. My clients often come in exhausted from years of performing, masking, and pushing through. They've tried the surface-level stuff and are ready for something deeper.

My approach blends relational psychotherapy, somatic work, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. If you're drawn to working with the nervous system, attachment patterns, and helping people reconnect with themselves rather than just manage their symptoms, we might be a good fit. I want to work with therapists who see this as a calling, not just a job.

What I'm Looking For

- Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with CRPO, or Registered Social Worker (RSW) with OCSWSSW, in good standing. Full registration is required for this role.

- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience doing direct therapy work. This role involves complex cases and couples work, so I'm looking for clinicians who feel grounded in their practice.

- Couples therapy training required - You must be able to provide couples therapy with formal training in a recognized modality such as EFT, Gottman Method, Relational Life

Therapy, Imago, or another evidence-based couples framework





- Interest in anxiety, trauma, grief, or relationship work - you don't need to be an expert in all four

- Someone who values depth over quick fixes and genuinely enjoys sitting with complexity

- Comfortable with virtual sessions across Ontario; in-person availability in Kitchener is required for this role

- Available for evening sessions 2-3 days per week

- Own liability insurance

Good to Have (Not Required)

- Training in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, IFS, or other trauma/attachment-focused modalities

- Comfort with nervous system and polyvagal-informed approaches

- Experience facilitating or co-facilitating groups

What You'll Get

- Competitive Compensation
- A fee split starting at 60/40, with the opportunity to grow to 70/30 based on your caseload and tenure with the practice.
- Steady Client Referrals
- A consistent flow of well-matched clients from an established practice with active marketing and a strong reputation.
- Start with 5-10 clients and grow at your own pace.
- Clinical Mentorship
- Ongoing consultation and support from a clinician with over 12 years of experience.
- Full Admin Support
- Booking, billing, intake, and client communication handled for you.
- Practice Software Included
- Access to professional practice management tools at no additional cost.
- Group Facilitation Opportunities
- True Collegiality
- A warm, non-competitive team culture where collaboration is valued and you're genuinely supported in your growth.

Interested?

Apply at: leannesawchuk.com/careers

Job Types: Full time, Part-time

Pay: $108.00-$126.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week

Application question(s):

- You understand that this is a hybrid role that requires in-person sessions in Kitchener?
- You have training in couples therapy?
- You can work 2-3 evenings per week?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kitchener, ON N2H 2N4

📌 Psychotherapist (Kitchener)
🏢 Leanne Sawchuk, Psychotherapy Services
📍 Kitchener