Job Description
Psychological Associate (Trauma Therapist) Position: Trauma Therapist-Psychological Associate Location: In person, San Luis Obispo Pay Range: $40-50/hour About Us Aligned Psychology Group is a trauma-focused practice dedicated to compassionate care. We believe in authenticity, empathy, and collaboration — both with clients and within our team. Our mission is to support healing by offering trauma-informed therapy that honors the whole person and their lived experience. Position Overview We are seeking an Associate Therapist or Psychological Associate who is passionate about working with adults in individual therapy using trauma modalities. This role is best suited for someone who already has a foundation in trauma therapy modalities and values ongoing professional growth. A 40-hour EMDR training is required and must be completed prior to starting the position; this training will be provided at no cost. This is a part-time or full time position , with a flexible caseload of 20–25 client hours per week . Responsibilities Provide individual therapy for adults using a trauma-informed approach Build therapeutic relationships with clients rooted in compassion, authenticity, and empathy Engage in training and supervision to learn and integrate trauma-focused modalities Maintain timely and accurate documentation Attend paid weekly supervision meetings Participate in continuing education and training opportunities supported by the practice Qualifications Doctoral Degree or Doctoral Candidate Registered Psychological Associate in California Prior training in trauma-informed modalities Strong interpersonal skills Commitment to growth, learning, and working within a supportive team environment Compensation & Benefits Competitive pay: $40-50/hour same rate for clinical, supervision, documentation, and admin time (Most other practices pay a very low rate for admin time) Potential for raises based on time worked as well as increased training in specific trauma modalities (e.g., EMDR, IFS, Somatic) Paid time off Supportive, collaborative, and growth-oriented team culture Schedule Flexible schedule 20–25 client hours per week In Person Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour Benefits Paid time off License/Certification: Psychological Associate Registration Number in CA? (Required) doctorate degree or are you a doctoral candidate? (Required) Work Location: In person