Clinical Counsellor / Psychotherapist – Ketamine Assisted Therapy (Vancouver)
Full and Part-Time Opportunities
BrainStim Health is seeking experienced Psychotherapists to join our growing Vancouver and South Surrey clinics. This role supports expanded access to innovative, evidence‑based mental health care, including ketamine‑assisted psychotherapy (KAP).
Position Summary
The KAP Therapist provides high‑quality, ethically grounded psychotherapy within a ketamine‑assisted treatment model. Working closely with psychiatrists, nurses, and clinical leadership, the therapist supports preparation, in‑session psychological support, and post‑session integration. This role requires advanced clinical judgment, strong relational capacity, and comfort working with trauma, complex mental health presentations, and non‑ordinary states of consciousness.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s or doctoral degree in Counselling, Psychotherapy, Psychology, or Social Work
- Current registration in good standing with a recognized regulatory body (e.g., BCACC, CRPO, NSCCT, College of Psychologists, or equivalent)
- Minimum 5 years post‑registration clinical experience
- Fluent, professional English; additional languages an asset
Clinical Experience & Competencies
- Experience with complex mental health presentations (trauma/PTSD, TRD, anxiety, grief, moral injury)
- Strong grounding in at least one evidence‑based modality (e.g., somatic, psychodynamic, ACT, IFS, EMDR, SE, MBT)
- Ability to recognize and respond to trauma arousal states, dissociation, and defensive strategies
- High self‑awareness and comfort working with transference/countertransference
- Trauma‑informed, patient‑centred communication and presence
- Experience with KAP or psychedelic‑informed therapy is preferred (training may be provided)
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct psychotherapy assessments and treatment planning
- Provide preparation, therapeutic presence, and integration sessions for KAP
- Support psychological safety and monitoring during ketamine sessions
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, and clinical leadership
- Maintain accurate, regulator‑compliant documentation
- Participate in case reviews and clinical consultations
Professional Qualities
- Emotionally regulated, grounded, and attuned
- Strong ethical judgment and professional boundaries
- Cultural humility and sensitivity
- Comfort with complexity, ambiguity, and altered‑state work
- Commitment to reflective practice and ongoing development
Assets (Preferred but Not Required)
- Formal KAP or psychedelic‑assisted therapy training
- Experience with veterans, first responders, or high‑risk populations
- Multidisciplinary or medicalized mental health experience
- Additional language proficiency
Employment Details
- Full‑time and part‑time roles available
- Locations: Vancouver or South Surrey
- Compensation: $50 - $60 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications
About BrainStim Health
BrainStim Health is a psychiatrist‑led mental health organization operating clinics across Canada and specializing in ketamine‑assisted psychotherapy (KAP) and neuromodulation therapies for treatment‑resistant depression, PTSD, and chronic pain. We are a collaborative, trauma‑informed team committed to innovation, compassion, and clinical excellence.
Join us in delivering meaningful, transformative care.
Pay: $50.00-$60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
Application question(s):
- Do you hold a master’s or doctoral degree in Counselling, Psychotherapy, Psychology, Social Work (with a clinical orientation), or another related mental health discipline? If yes, please specify:
- Are you currently registered in good standing with a recognized professional regulatory body or association (e.g., BCACC, CRPO, NSCCT, College of Psychologists, or equivalent)? If yes, please specify:
- What days are you available to work?
- Are you interested in working at our Vancouver clinic, South Surrey clinic, or both?
- Do you have prior experience providing Ketamine‑Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) or psychedelic‑informed therapy? If so, please share a brief overview of your experience.
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- post-registration clinical counselling/psychotherapy : 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
