Independent Contractor Therapist

Part-Time | Columbia, South Carolina

Empowered Princesses Therapy

About Empowered Princesses Therapy

Empowered Princesses Therapy is a growing private practice dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and young adults build confidence, overcome anxiety, heal from life’s challenges, and recognize their worth. We are committed to creating a warm, affirming, and culturally responsive environment where every client feels seen, respected, and empowered.

We’re looking for a compassionate therapist who is passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of girls, teens, and young women from diverse backgrounds.

About the Role

This is a part-time independent contractor (1099) position.

Therapists are expected to:

• Maintain 10–20 hours of weekly availability

• Offer a combination of daytime and evening appointments

• Provide both in-person and virtual therapy sessions

• Attend monthly team meetings held on the first Monday of each month

• Deliver ethical, compassionate, and culturally responsive care

Responsibilities

• Provide individual therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults

• Develop treatment plans and complete clinical documentation in a timely manner

• Maintain professional and ethical standards in accordance with South Carolina licensing regulations

• Collaborate with the practice owner and fellow clinicians when appropriate

• Participate in peer consultation and team collaboration

• Foster an inclusive, affirming environment for clients from diverse cultural, racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, family, gender identity, and lived-experience backgrounds

Qualifications

Applicants should have:

• Active LPC or LPCA license in South Carolina

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and/or young adults

• Demonstrated experience serving clients from diverse backgrounds and identities

• A genuine passion for empowering girls and supporting their emotional well-being

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

• Strong organizational and time-management skills

• Ability to work independently while remaining collaborative with the team

What You’ll Gain

• Individual and group supervision

• Hands-on clinical experience

• Exposure to private practice operations

• Case consultation and professional development

• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced and collaborative clinical team

Compensation: Unpaid Practicum Placement

Application Process (for both positions)

Interested applicants should submit the following:

• Current résumé

• Cover letter describing your interest in Empowered Princesses Therapy

• University practicum/internship requirements (if available)

• Expected practicum or internship start date

• Weekly availability

Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview. Final placement is contingent upon approval from your graduate program and successful completion of the onboarding process.

Email us at: empoweredprincesses@gmail.com. Applications without a cover letter will not be accepted.

Compensation

This position offers a 60/40 fee split, with therapists receiving 60% of collected session fees.

As part of Empowered Princesses Therapy, you’ll receive:

• Consistent client referrals

• Billing management

• Scheduling support

• Practice management and administrative support

• Peer consultation

• Opportunities for collaboration and professional growth

• A supportive, mission-driven team environment

How to Apply

Please email your application to empoweredprincesses@gmail.com. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Include:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Your theoretical orientation

• Areas of clinical expertise

• Desired weekly availability

• Preferred client expertise

• Earliest availability start date

Subject Line: Therapist Application – Empowered Princesses Therapy

Graduate Practicum Student

Help Empower the Next Generation

Empowered Princesses Therapy is excited to welcome graduate-level counseling students who are passionate about serving children, adolescents, and young adults. We strive to create a supportive learning environment where students can build confidence, strengthen their clinical skills, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of girls and young women.

This is an unpaid practicum placement designed for graduate counseling students seeking quality clinical training and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual counseling services under supervision.

• Complete clinical documentation in a timely manner.

• Participate in case consultation and team meetings.

• Demonstrate professionalism, ethical decision-making, and cultural humility.

• Collaborate with the Empowered Princesses Therapy team.

• Maintain confidentiality and uphold ACA ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited graduate counseling program.

• Eligible to begin a practicum placement through your university.

• Passion for working with children, adolescents, and young adults.

• Commitment to empowering girls and supporting clients from diverse backgrounds.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Professional, dependable, and eager to learn.

Commitment

• Minimum of 10 hours per week

• Minimum 3-month commitment

• Ability to attend the mandatory team meeting on the first Monday of each month

• Ability to provide both in-person and virtual services (as appropriate and approved)