Associate Therapist (Full-time, Hybrid - Manhattan) presso Brightline

We are searching for full-time, Associate Therapists to deliver both in-person and virtual care at our Manhattan clinic (Columbus Circle). This is an opportunity to join an expert team of clinicians, receive weekly 1:1 clinical supervision and ongoing training with group consultation, and to support your development towards independent licensure.

If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality, evidence-based mental health care to kids, teens, and families, and are looking for a place to grow professionally, you belong at Brightline.

Responsibilities:

• Providing high-quality care to kids up to age 18, including diagnostic evaluations and ongoing therapy using evidence-based interventions and measurement-based care

• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, participating in peer consultation, and engaging in continuous professional development/training

• Contributing to community engagement & outreach opportunities

Requirements:

• Availability during Brightline’s peak hours (2pm–7pm)

• Master’s degree and active associate-level licensure (e.g., LMSW, MHC-LP, LPC-A, LMFT-A), with progress toward completion of required clinical supervision hours (3,000 hours) for full independent licensure

• Completion of one of the following National Examinations (NCE, NCMHCE, AMFTRB, ASWB)

• Experience treating common concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, trauma, and other similar presentations with an orientation toward evidence-based interventions (e.g., CBT, ERP, DBT, PMT, HRT, ACT, etc)

• Learner’s mindset with a willingness to work with families with kids ages 2–18.

• Strong knowledge of current clinical research and a commitment to staying updated on the latest empirical advancements

• A clear understanding and deep commitment to ethical standards of care

• Experience providing care both in-person and virtually

We offer several benefits, perks, and stipends:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, and 401k

• Company Holidays, Vacation Time, paid sick days, parental leave

• Health and Wellness Stipend and Professional Development Reimbursement

The target compensation for this position ranges from $60,000 to $65,800, inclusive of both base salary and variable pay. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including licensure, experience, location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations.

Our commitment to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce

At Brightline, we believe that Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are essential to the foundation upon which our mission is built. We are committed to:

• building a future where all families can access inclusive, high-quality care

• creating an environment that encourages our employees to show up authentically, reach their highest potential, and have an equal opportunity to thrive

• systematically evaluating and improving our inherent beliefs, observed behaviors, structures, and systems

• ensuring that every employee, candidate, client, and family we serve is valued and respected

About Brightline

Brightline is a therapy and psychiatry practice that delivers expert pediatric, teen, and parental mental health care to families and kids up to age 18. Brightline’s virtual and in-person outpatient services include diagnostic evaluation, therapy, psychiatry services (e.g. medication management), and psychological testing (to assess learning differences, school readiness, executive functioning difficulties, and autism). In addition to Brightline’s generalized support, we offer focused programs to support anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and disruptive behaviors.

Founded in 2019, Brightline has delivered care to tens of thousands of families with industry-leading results. We’ve been nationally recognized for clinical excellence and innovation for several years — recent awards include the Fast Company 50 Most Innovative Companies (2022) and Behavioral Health Business Companies to Watch Award (2024). Brightline is based in Palo Alto and is backed by investors including Boston Children’s Hospital, Northwell Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Google Ventures, KKR, and Oak HC/FT.