Now Hiring Associate and Licensed Therapists in San Diego & Encinitas

a nervous system informed, holistic therapy practice in encinitas

about us:

Nourished Wellness Group is a thriving collective of licensed therapists and associate therapists in Encinitas, California, offering a holistic and integrative approach to mental health care. We specialize in blending mind-body-spirit practices with evidence-based treatments, rooted in a nervous system-informed philosophy. Our San Diego-based private practice is known for its supportive, collaborative team culture—a space where therapists feel valued, encouraged, and deeply connected. Whether you're an AMFT, ASW, LMFT, LCSW, or Licensed Psychologist, we offer flexible W-2 and 1099 therapist positions in a thriving group setting. We are currently hiring for part-time and full-time therapist jobs in San Diego and North County, with opportunities for supervision for associate therapists working toward licensure.

Our founder, Dr. Kelly Vincent, launched her private practice in 2018 with a focus on women navigating anxiety, trauma, chronic nervous system dysregulation, and major life transitions. Since then, we’ve expanded into a well-established holistic group therapy practice, Nourished Wellness Group. In addition to clinical work, Dr. Vincent offers guidance in building private pay caseloads and creating additional income streams through workshops, content creation, and holistic services. If you're looking for a private practice therapist job in San Diego where you can grow both personally and professionally—we’d love to connect.

 

HOW TO APPLY:

Please send your cover letter and resume/CV to drkelly@nourishedwellnessgroup.com, along with answering: (1) When you think about the next step in your career, what are the most important factors for you, and how does Nourished Wellness Group meet those needs?

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OPEN ROLES

  • Job Title: Part-Time or Full-Time Associate Therapist (Unlicensed, W2)
    Location: Encinitas, CA (Hybrid)

    Are You the Right Fit?

    • You’re a motivated pre-licensed therapist who’s ready to grow your caseload and clinical confidence in a warm, supportive group setting.

    • You’re working toward licensure and excited about the opportunity to gain experience with both private pay and insurance clients.

    • You want to be mentored by seasoned clinicians who deeply understand holistic, mind-body mental health care—and business-building.

    • You’re looking for a role where you’re encouraged to develop your own voice as a therapist, with the freedom to grow toward private practice or find a clinical home within our thriving group.

    • You’re committed to marketing yourself and building your own caseload—with plenty of support from our team and founder, Dr. Kelly Vincent (who happens to specialize in therapist marketing and business strategy).

    Our Ideal Candidate:

    ✅ Registered Associate (AMFT, ACSW, APCC) in California
    ✅ Actively working toward licensure hours
    ✅ Experience or strong interest in somatic, integrative, and nervous system-informed therapy
    ✅ Willing and motivated to build a hybrid caseload of both private pay and insurance clients
    ✅ Open to learning marketing strategies and taking initiative with support
    ✅ Professional, self-directed, and values ethical, HIPAA-compliant care
    ✅ Culturally aware, inclusive, and open-hearted
    ✅ Seeking either a long-term group role or a launchpad for a future private practice
    ✅ Interested in team collaboration, consultation, and wellness-based events

    Position Details:

    • Build and maintain a caseload of 8–15 clients/week, including private pay and insurance clients (or 20-25 if full-time)

    • Participate in individual supervision (weekly) and team consultation (bi-monthly)

    • Create one blog post per month for nourishedwellnessgroup.com

    • Responsible for marketing efforts to attract private pay clients—with training and support from the team and Dr. Kelly Vincent

    • Flexible: choose a part-time or full-time schedule that fits your needs

    What You Receive:

    • Supervision by Doctorate or Masters-Level Clinician – Personalized mentorship toward licensure

    • Caseload Support – We provide referrals, credentialing with insurance, and offer guidance as you market yourself

    • Community & Connection – Quarterly team events, collaborative team culture, and holistic partnerships

    • Continuing Education – Free access to curated trainings through Embody Lab

    • In-Person Office Space – Beautiful Encinitas location for client sessions

    • 401(k) Plan – Optional enrollment available

    • Paid Sick Time – Because your well-being matters, too

    • Growth-Oriented – Build a solid foundation for private practice or a long-term role within our group

    Ready to Grow With Us?

    If you’re ready to deepen your clinical work, gain expert mentorship, and build a caseload that supports your goals, we’d love to hear from you.

    Please send your CV and a short note about why this feels like the right next step to drkelly@nourishedwellnessgroup.com.

  • Job Title: Part-Time Licensed Therapist (W2)
    Location: Encinitas, CA (Hybrid)

    Are You the Right Fit?

    • You’re passionate about private practice but not quite ready to go solo.

    • The business, marketing, and administrative side of running a practice feels overwhelming (we get it!).

    • You love working with adults through a holistic, integrative approach—because it aligns with how you live your life.

    • You want a steady stream of motivated, committed clients (yes, please!).

    • You have no desire to deal with insurance companies.

    • You thrive in a supportive, family-like team environment where collaboration and connection matter.

    • You are trained in mind-body modalities such as EMDR, Somatic Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Yoga Therapy, Walk-and-Talk Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing.

    Our Ideal Candidate:

    ✅ Experience or training in working with individuals (couples work is a plus).
    ✅ Familiarity with—or interest in—evidence-based treatments (CBT, ACT, EMDR) and integrative mind-body approaches (Somatic Therapy, SE, IFS, Polyvagal Theory, Mindfulness).
    ✅ Comfortable and confident in conducting consultation calls with prospective clients.
    ✅ Strong communication skills—detail-oriented, organized, and professional.
    ✅ Committed to ethical practice and maintaining HIPAA-compliant documentation.
    ✅ Experience working with diverse racial and cultural backgrounds, with a dedication to cultural humility.
    ✅ Interest in leading workshops or co-facilitating webinars focused on nervous system education.
    ✅ Seeking a long-term clinical home (minimum one-year commitment).
    ✅ Excited to be part of a collaborative, supportive, and dynamic team culture.

    Position Details:

    • Maintain a caseload of 10-12 clients per week.

    • Participate in bi-monthly team consultation meetings.

    • Contribute one blog post per month for nourishedwellnessgroup.com.

    Benefits & Perks:

    • Competitive Pay – Earn a competitive session rate + an hourly rate for non-clinical hours.

    • 401(k) Plan – Optional enrollment available.

    • Community & Connection – Enjoy quarterly team lunches, retreats, and connection events.

    • Continuing Education – Access training through Embody Lab.

    • Paid Sick Time – Because self-care matters.

    • Community Involvement – Opportunities to participate in local wellness events.

    • Flexible Work Model – Choose in-person sessions at our Encinitas office or a hybrid setup.

    • Additional Income Opportunities – Option to earn extra income by facilitating workshops, therapy groups, and speaking engagements.

    Ready to Join Us?

    If this sounds like the perfect fit, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and answer the question noted about. Send your materials to drkelly@nourishedwellnessgroup.com

  • Job Title: Part-Time Licensed Therapist (Independent Contractor)
    Location: Encinitas, CA (Hybrid)
    Practice: Nourished Wellness Group

    Are You the Right Fit?

    • You have—or are building—your own private practice but miss the support of a team environment.

    • You love the flexibility of private practice but want access to community, consultation, and continuing education.

    • Supplementing your weekly caseload with 3-6 private pay clients per week sounds ideal.

    • You thrive in a collaborative and supportive setting where you can connect with like-minded clinicians.

    • You prefer to work with private-pay clients and avoid the hassle of insurance billing.

    • You are trained in mind-body modalities such as EMDR, Somatic Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Yoga Therapy, Walk-and-Talk Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing.

    Our Ideal Candidate:

    ✅ Holds an active independent clinical license in California (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, PsyD, or PhD).
    ✅ Experience or training in working with individuals (couples work is a plus).
    ✅ Familiarity with—or interest in—evidence-based treatments (CBT, ACT, EMDR) and integrative mind-body approaches (Somatic Therapy, SE, IFS, Polyvagal Theory, Mindfulness).
    ✅ Comfortable and confident in conducting consultation calls with prospective clients.
    ✅ Strong communication skills—detail-oriented, organized, and professional.
    ✅ Committed to ethical practice and maintaining HIPAA-compliant documentation.
    ✅ Experience working with diverse racial and cultural backgrounds, with a dedication to cultural humility.
    ✅ Seeking a professional home base to supplement and support their private practice.
    ✅ Excited to be part of a collaborative, supportive, and dynamic team culture.

    Position Details:

    • Maintain a small caseload of 3-6 clients per week to supplement your current private practice.

    • Participate in bi-monthly team consultation meetings for case discussion and support (optional).

    Perks & Benefits:

    • Competitive Compensation – Earn a generous percentage split per session.

    • Community & Connection – Enjoy quarterly team lunches, retreats, and connection events (optional).

    • Continuing Education – Access training through Embody Lab.

    • Collaborative Consultation – Participate in case consultation and team support.

    • Additional Income Opportunities – Option to earn extra income by facilitating workshops, therapy groups, and speaking engagements.

    Ready to Join Us?

    If this sounds like the perfect fit, we’d love to hear from you!

  • Job Title: Part-Time Clinical Director
    Location: Encinitas, CA (Hybrid)
    Practice: Nourished Wellness Group

    Position Overview:
    We are looking for an experienced and organized Clinical Director to provide leadership and oversight to our growing team. This role will initially involve managing two licensed clinicians and, in the near future, two unlicensed associates. The ideal candidate is a skilled supervisor who is detail-oriented, proactive, systems-oriented, and passionate about supporting therapists in their professional growth while ensuring the highest quality of care for our clients.

    Responsibilities:

    • Provide clinical supervision to licensed clinicians and, eventually, unlicensed associates.

    • Oversee case consultation, ensuring high clinical standards and ethical care.

    • Stay up to date with best practices in mental health treatment, including trauma-informed and nervous system-based approaches.

    • Develop and implement clinical policies, procedures, and training initiatives.

    • Offer guidance on complex cases and crisis intervention when needed.

    • Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and licensing requirements.

    • Foster a supportive and growth-oriented environment for therapists.

    • Assist in quality assurance and documentation reviews.

    • Collaborate with the practice owner on strategic initiatives for practice growth and clinician development.

    • Create and implement systems to improve efficiency.

    Qualifications:

    • Must be a licensed psychologist, LMFT, LCSW, or LPCC in the state of California.

    • Minimum 5 years of clinical experience, including supervisory experience.

    • Strong knowledge of trauma-informed, somatic, and nervous system-based approaches.

    • Previous experience in a leadership role within a mental health practice is highly preferred.

    • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

    • Ability to mentor, inspire, and hold a team accountable for clinical excellence.

    • Familiarity with insurance compliance and documentation requirements is a plus.

    Position Details:

    • Part-time (hours flexible), with the potential to grow as the practice expands.

    • Hybrid role: Some in-office presence is required for supervision and meetings.

    • Compensation: Competitive, based on experience.

    If you are passionate about clinical leadership and supporting a team of dedicated therapists, we would love to hear from you!

  • We offer flexible compensation structures tailored to different roles within our practice. Therapists may choose to join as either a W2 employee or an Independent Contractor (IC)—details of the IC structure will be explored during the interview.

    Compensation Structure by Role:

    Associate Therapist (Pre-Licensed) - W2 Only

    • Compensation:60/40 split, with 60% of session fees going to the therapist and 40% covering administrative and operational costs.

    • Additional Pay: Hourly rate for marketing, administrative work, team meetings, and office support.

    • Bonus Structure: Accelerator bonuses based on the number of clients seen per week.

    Licensed Therapist - W2 or Independent Contractor

    • Compensation: Flat rate per session (varies based on experience and employment status).

    • Additional Pay for W2 Employees: Hourly rate for marketing, administrative work, team meetings, and office support.

    • Estimated Salary Range for W2: Between $75,600 (plus hourly) and $151,200 (plus hourly), depending on part-time vs. full-time status and number of sessions seen.

    • Bonus Structure: Accelerator bonuses for higher weekly client caseloads.

    Clinical Director - W2 or Independent Contractor

    • Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience and scope of responsibilities, discussed during the interview.

    • Additional Pay: Compensation for administrative duties, supervision, and leadership responsibilities.

    Benefits for W2 Employees:

    401k Retirement Plan – Option to enroll (W2 employees)
    Paid Sick Days
    Malpractice Insurance Coverage
    Flexible Scheduling & Work Hours
    Full Practice Management Support – Includes scheduling, billing, communication, and EMR systems
    Referral Support – A steady flow of clients matched to your specialties
    Growth & Leadership Opportunities – Leadership positions available with additional compensation
    Paid Opportunities – Workshops, speaking engagements, and community offerings
    Professional Development & Team Connection:

    • Monthly group consultation and case discussions

    • Quarterly team experiences (e.g., retreats, yoga classes, lunches)

    • Training in modern marketing strategies (email, social media, course creation, and content development)