Sleep Medicine Psychotherapist

About the position

The position involves providing integrative psychotherapy using expressive arts therapy for individuals, children, and families, particularly those facing chronic or life-threatening illnesses. The role includes comprehensive assessment and counseling support, helping patients cope with stress, grief, and loss, while collaborating with healthcare professionals for coordinated care and treatment planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group integrative psychotherapy sessions to patients, children, and families.
• Utilize interventions such as guided imagery, EMDR, art therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy as appropriate.
• Develop treatment plans based on individual needs and patient progress.
• Refer patients to physicians or other providers when necessary.
• Consult proactively with other providers when patients are seen by multiple practitioners.
• Use electronic health record (Epic) for patient charting and documentation.
• Maintain compliance and safety standards in the care environment.
• Document patient encounters in accordance with Board of Behavioral Sciences guidelines.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with patients and staff.
• Participate in integrative medicine training and continuing education to maintain licensure.
• Collaborate with other psychotherapists to share best practices in integrative psychotherapy.
• Participate in group visits and case conferencing as needed.
• Ensure patient privacy and safety during sessions.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a Mental Health discipline.
• LCSW, LMFT, or Psychologist licensure in California.
• 2 years of recent relevant experience.
• Ability to assess patient needs and provide high-quality integrative psychotherapy.
• Knowledge of holistic assessment and care plan development.
• Capacity to work within an interdisciplinary practice team.
• Knowledge of Board of Behavioral Science requirements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Continuing education support for licensure maintenance.