Hiring: EMDR Therapist - Part-time or Full-time - Arlington, VA (Hybrid) - LPC/ LMFT/ LICSW/PsyD/PhD/LGPC, LGSW
Advance Your Career as a Specialized EMDR Therapist at Sage & Fifth Therapy Place!
Position: EMDR Therapist — LPC / LMFT / LCSW / LICSW / Psychologist — Part-time (10–15 sessions/week)
Location: Arlington, VA — Hybrid (In-Person & Telehealth)
Are you a mid or early career trauma therapist ready to deepen your expertise and focus on high-quality, specialized clinical work? Are you looking for a practice where you can work with motivated self-pay clients, refine your EMDR skills, and grow professionally within a supportive, high-caliber team? If so, Sage & Fifth Therapy Place is the place for you.
We are a fast-growing, specialized therapy group practice serving Northern Virginia and the Washington, DC area, seeking experienced trauma therapists to join our EMDR team in our premium Arlington, VA office and early career trauma therapists looking to take their career to the next level.
Our trauma therapy services by our independently licensed clinicians, are offered as a premium self-pay specialty, allowing clinicians to focus on meaningful, depth-oriented work while being compensated at the highest level. We currently have 5 other EMDR therapists on the team with full caseloads.
Specialization Focus:
We are seeking clinicians already trained in EMDR or experienced trauma therapists motivated to specialize in EMDR. Our team specializes in
EMDR Therapy for Trauma & PTSD
Complex Trauma & Developmental Trauma
Relational Trauma & Attachment Wounds
Recovery from Sexual violence and Sexual abuse
Medical Trauma & Birth Trauma
Trauma in High-Functioning Professionals
Culturally Responsive EMDR for Racial Trauma
Why Mid-Career Therapists Choose Sage & Fifth:
Elevate Your Clinical Practice: Develop a recognized specialty in trauma therapy within a premium private-pay setting.
Intentional Caseload Building: We support you in developing a consistent caseload of self-pay clients aligned with your expertise and availability.
Sustainable Part-Time Role: Maintain a balanced schedule with 10–15 sessions per week.
Hybrid Work Model: Flexible schedule with a mix of in-person sessions in our Arlington office and telehealth sessions.
Full Administrative Support: We provide support for scheduling, billing, telehealth, and EMR systems.
Advanced Training Opportunities
Collaborative Team Culture: Growth-oriented team with regular consultation meetings and professional development.
Responsibilities:
Provide high-quality trauma therapy using EMDR and other evidence-based approaches.
Build strong therapeutic alliances with clients.
Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor progress.
Conduct consultations for clients referred by the practice.
Collaborate with psychiatrists or other providers when appropriate.
Maintain timely documentation, progress notes, and treatment plans.
Who We’re Looking For:
Licensure: LPC, LMFT, LCSW, LICSW, PhD, or PsyD licensed in Virginia (required). DC license a plus. LGPC or LGSW therapists with atleast 1 year of post-graduation experience in trauma therapy will be considered.
Experience: Mid-career clinicians with training and prior experience providing EMDR therapy AND Early career candidates who have experience in other modalities for Trauma Therapy who want to get training in EMDR after joining. Early career candidates will only be considered for a full time position and practice will provide EMDR training through a certified organization.
*Fresh grads will not be considered for this position, please refer to our other Holistic Psychotherapist job posting if you’re a fresh grad. You’ll still be able to choose the trauma and EMDR specialization track in that position.)
Commitment to Growth: Motivated professionals ready to deepen their specialization.
Cultural Competency: Experience working with diverse populations.
Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using EMRs and telehealth platforms.
Availability: Willingness to provide in-person sessions in Arlington as part of a hybrid schedule.
Preference for:
Therapists trained in EMDR
Independently licensed experienced trauma therapists
Therapists licensed in VA and DC and/or MD
Clinicians with mindfulness-based or holistic therapy orientation
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive Pay:
$115–$175 per session for pert-time therapists, based on therapists experience.
For Full-time therapists (Caseload of 24+ sessions per week) Compensation Package of 78k+ with paid leave, training benefits and a telecommunications allowance.
Individual and group supervision for LPC licensure in DC & VA included for LGPC and LGSW therapists.
Specialized Training: Training benefits, including fully funded trainings in EMDR therapy for full time therapists and training allowances for Part-time Therapists to further specialize in a niche.
The ideal candidate must have experience providing trauma therapy and EMDR therapy and already be trained in EMDR therapy, having completed their Basic EMDR training. Candidates who have experience in other modalities for Trauma Therapy who want to get training in EMDR after joining will be considered for a full time position and practice will provide EMDR training through a certified organization.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit the following to careers@sageandfifththerapy.com with “EMDR Therapist — Arlington VA” in the subject line:
Cover Letter (Required)
Resume
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
About Us:
Sage & Fifth Therapy Place is a mindfulness-based, holistic psychotherapy group practice serving Washington, DC and Northern Virginia. We specialize in trauma therapy, couples therapy, perinatal mental health, and culturally responsive care.
Our practice is intentionally designed to support therapists as much as clients — helping early and mid career clinicians refine their niche, grow professionally, and feel deeply supported by a collaborative team.
Many therapists join us when they are ready for a meaningful next chapter in their careers — one focused on specialization, impact, and professional fulfillment. We provide specialized therapy for clients and offer EMDR as a self-pay therapy service so our senior EMDR therapists are compensated at the highest level.
