Licensed Psychologist

About Our Practice

Carter Psychology Center is a well-established private practice serving children, adolescents, adults, and families in the Bradenton area. We value:

✔ Established referral base and caseload support

✔ Competitive compensation with strong earning potential

✔ Hybrid schedule (in‑person + telehealth)

✔ Minimal administrative burden

✔ Collaborative, supportive clinical culture

As demand for mental health services continues to grow in our community, we are expanding our team and looking for a clinician who wants to build along-term, fulfilling outpatient practice.

Job Overview

Carter Psychology Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionateLicensed Psychologist (preferred), Therapist, or Social Worker to join our growing behavioral health team in Bradenton, Florida. This role offers the opportunity to provideevidence-based therapy and assessment to a diverse outpatient population—with a strong emphasis on children, adolescents, and families—while maintaining a healthy work–life balance in a hybrid schedule that combinesin-person sessions withremote/telehealth care.

The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in mental health counseling, clinical assessment, and crisis intervention; is comfortable working across age groups; and is especially interested inpediatric and family work within a collaborative private practice setting.

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and diagnostic evaluations to determine mental health needs and develop personalized treatment plans.
• Provide individual, group, and/or family counseling utilizing therapeutic modalities such as (but not limited to) cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychotherapy, and trauma-informed care.
• Facilitate behavioral health interventions for diverse populations.
• Maintain accurate and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA regulations and document patient progress thoroughly.
• Provide evidence‑based outpatient therapy and assessment for adults
• Develop individualized treatment plans
• Maintain clinical documentation
• Optional consultation and collaboration with colleagues

Qualifications

• Required
• Master’s or Doctoral degree inPsychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related mental health field from an accredited institution.
• Active (or license-eligible) independent license in Florida such as:
• Licensed (Or License-Eligible) Psychologist ~OR~ Licensed LCSW.
• Experience providing outpatient psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, or families in clinical settings such as private practice, clinics, hospitals, schools, or telehealth platforms.
• Competence withclinical assessment and treatment planning.
• Comfort using technology for telehealth sessions and electronic medical records.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Preferred
• Licensed Psychologist
• Background inpediatric and/or family therapy.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Schedule:Monday–Friday, with some flexibility in designing your hours to support both patient access and your own work–life balance.
• Work Setting:
• Outpatientprivate practice in Bradenton, with ahybrid model (in-person and telehealth).
• Strong administrative support for scheduling, billing, and other non-clinical tasks.
• Collegial, supportive clinical team with opportunities for collaboration and professional growth.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer acompetitive compensation package designed to recognize your expertise and support professional stability, including:

• Compensation in thetop range for the region for psychologists and experienced therapists.
• Health insurance options.
• Flexible schedule within a full-time framework.
• Professional development assistance, including support for continuing education and relevant training.

Join a practice that values quality care, professional autonomy, and long‑term sustainability.Apply today and grow your career with Carter Psychology Center.

Why Bradenton?

• Bradenton offers an attractive blend of professional opportunity and lifestyle:
• High demand for mental health services, creating strong long-term career potential.
• Competitive earnings paired with amore affordable cost of living than many other Florida markets.
• Beautiful, year-round weather with convenient access to beaches, parks, and outdoor recreation.
• Avibrant arts and cultural scene and a friendly, community-oriented environment.