Join Our Team of Trauma Specialists in Elk River, MN

Are you a dedicated mental health therapist looking for a practice that values clinical depth over volume? At Mindful Connection Therapy, we are building a collaborative team focused on providing exceptional, specialized care for clients healing from trauma. We've created an environment where clinicians can do their best work, free from the burnout of traditional agency models.

Our model is designed to provide you with the support and flexibility of a contractor while offering a clear and stable path toward becoming a W-2 employee. Our mission is to provide a steady stream of motivated, private-pay clients and handle the business logistics so you can focus on what you do best: therapy.

Why Build Your Career with Us?

  • Escape Insurance Burnout: We are a mostly private-pay practice. This means no clawbacks, no fighting for authorizations, and no unbillable hours. Your time is spent on what matters: your clients.

  • A Path to Stability: All positions begin on a 1099 independent contractor basis, providing you with immediate flexibility. We are invested in our clinicians' long-term success and offer the opportunity to transition to a permanent W-2 employee position.

  • True Clinical Autonomy: You and your client determine the best course of treatment. We encourage and support session lengths that facilitate deep healing, including 60 and 90-minute sessions, as well as EMDR Intensives (4-hour blocks over 1-4 consecutive days).

  • Highly Competitive Compensation: Earn what you're worth. We offer an excellent percentage-based compensation structure designed to reward your expertise.

    • Standard sessions: Up to $105/hour, depending on licensure and qualifications.

    • Intensive sessions: Up to $150/hour.

  • Unmatched Professional Growth: We are committed to your mastery as a trauma specialist. We provide paid, in-house EMDR consultation and a generous CEU stipend for advanced training. For pre-licensed clinicians, we provide high-quality supervision toward licensure.

  • A Supportive Team of Specialists: Join a connected and collaborative team of dedicated trauma clinicians. You are not just a number here; you are a valued colleague.

Current Openings: Licensed or Pre-Licensed Therapist (Contract-to-Hire)

We are seeking clinicians who are passionate about trauma-informed care and align with the values of a private-pay practice.

Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy.

  • Licensed in Minnesota as an LICSW, LPCC, or LMFT (or on a licensure track).

  • EMDR Basic Training completed is highly preferred. We will consider exceptional candidates with a strong commitment to becoming EMDR trained.

  • Experience and passion for working with clients who have experienced trauma.

Ready to do the most rewarding work of your career?

To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest to matt@mindfulconnectiontherapy.com.