About Outside the Norm Counseling

We’re a growing group practice in Temecula serving kids, teens, adults, couples, and families. Our mission is to provide meaningful therapy that helps clients heal from anxiety, depression, TRAUMA, and relationship struggles.

Why Join Us

  • Competitive pay with admin hours compensated

     

  • Clients are self-pay and value high-quality care

     

  • Long-term therapy focus, not quick fixes

     

  • Supportive team culture with outings, coffee bar, and snacks

     

  • Admin team handles billing and scheduling so you can focus on clients

     

  • Opportunities to grow into leadership roles as we expand

     

At Outside the Norm Counseling, your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a lasting impact.

Compensation and Benefits

Associate Clinicians

  • $40–$45 per clinical hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications

     

  • $20 per hour for administrative work (supervision, writing CPS reports, coordinating care)

     

  • Weekly supervision included at no cost to support your professional growth

     

Licensed Clinicians

  • $70–$80 per clinical hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications

     

  • $20 per hour for administrative work (writing CPS reports, coordinating care, and related tasks)

     

  • We value the time and expertise you invest beyond client sessions and ensure it’s compensated

     

Benefits for Full-Time Clinicians

  • Group health insurance and dental coverage

     

  • Paid Time Off/Vacation and Paid Sick Leave

     

  • 401k with employer-paid contribution

     

  • Professional development support, including company-paid clinical skills training, weekly supervision for Associates, weekly group case consultation, and individual consultation

     

Caseload & Schedule

  • Clinicians start with a part-time caseload and grow to full-time at a steady, supported pace

     

  • Part-time is a minimum of 15 sessions per week, and full-time is 25 sessions per week

     

  • Opportunity to increase caseload as you’re ready, with a clear path to full-time

     

Peak Client Hours (choose one option):

  • Monday–Friday, 3–7pm

     

  • Four evenings during the week plus Saturday morning

     

Outside of peak hours, schedules are flexible to fit your lifestyle.

Location

This is primarily an in-office role in Temecula, with about 80% of sessions conducted in person. Virtual sessions are available by client request, making this a hybrid position with the majority of work happening onsite.

Qualifications

  • Master’s or Doctorate in Social Work, Clinical Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Counseling, or related field (from an accredited school)

     

  • Licensed (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC) or Pre-Licensed (AMFT, ACSW, APCC) in good standing with the CA BBS

     

  • Associates must have at least 1,000 hours toward licensing exam

     

  • Minimum 1 year providing psychotherapy in private practice, outpatient clinic, or partial hospitalization setting

     

Preferred Areas of Specialization:

  • Teen & Adolescent Therapy (anxiety, depression, self-harm, divorce adjustment)

     

  • Couples & Co-Parenting Therapy (conflict, divorce recovery, blended families)

     

  • Trauma-Informed Care (EMDR, CBT, DBT, Family Systems)

     

Bonus Skills:

  • Familiarity or certification in evidence-based modalities such as EFT, Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, or Play Therapy

     

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

     

  • Ability to build rapport with a wide variety of clients

     

How to Apply

Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Qualified applicants will be contacted for a phone screening, followed by an in-person interview. We’d love to talk with you about how your skills and experience align with our team!