About Us
Catharsis Psychology and Psychotherapy is a growing private practice based in Ottawa. We are a team of women of colour therapists who primarily support BIPOC communities, as well as immigrants, refugees, and individuals navigating complex life experiences. We are affirming of LGBTQ+ identities and committed to providing inclusive, culturally responsive care.
Our practice is rooted in relational, trauma-informed, and depth-oriented work. We value a collaborative, supportive environment where clinicians can continue to grow their skills while doing meaningful, impactful work.
About the Position
We are seeking a Registered Psychotherapist who specializes in working with couples to join our team in a hybrid role with evening and weekend availability.
This position is ideal for clinicians who enjoy relational work and are looking to grow a primarily couples-focused caseload within a supportive, values-aligned private practice. While the majority of referrals will be couples-based, there is also the opportunity to work with individual clients depending on your interests and availability.
We are specifically looking for a therapist who is available for a minimum of two evenings per week and Saturdays, with some in-person availability required.
Experience supporting couples navigating communication challenges, attachment injuries, conflict, intimacy concerns, life transitions, infidelity, intercultural dynamics, or trauma-related relational patterns is considered a strong asset.
We Provide
- Referrals aligned with your clinical strengths and areas of interest
- Ongoing marketing and client acquisition
- Administrative and billing infrastructure
- A secure, HIPAA-compliant virtual platform
- Access to furnished office space for in-person sessions
- A collaborative team environment with consultation and supervision opportunities
Qualifications and Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology or related field
- Registration with the CRPO (in good standing)
- Professional liability insurance (minimum $1M)
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)
- Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently within a subcontractor role
- Availability for a minimum of two evenings weekly and Saturdays
- Ability to provide in-person sessions in Ottawa
Clinical Experience
- Experience providing couples therapy
- Training or experience in couples-focused modalities such as EFT, Gottman Method, relational therapy, attachment-based approaches, or similar frameworks
- Strong relational and conflict-resolution skills
- Experience working with diverse populations, including BIPOC communities, immigrants, and refugees, or LGBTQ+ clients
- Experience providing individual psychotherapy is an asset
- Trauma-informed practice is considered a strong asset
Additional Assets
- Bilingual in French
- Experience working with individuals and/or families alongside couples work
- Additional training in trauma, attachment, or sex therapy
Roles and Responsibilities
- Provide psychotherapy to couples and individual clients in virtual and in-person formats
- Conduct consultations and intake assessments
- Develop and implement treatment plans aligned with client goals
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
- Provide appropriate follow-ups and referrals when needed
- Maintain professional registration, insurance, and ongoing education
- Participate in peer consultation and monthly supervision
Application Process
Please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected].
Thank you for your interest in joining our team!
Pay: From $90.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ottawa, ON K1Y 2N5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Master's Degree (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ottawa, ON K1Y 2N5
