The Institute for Girls’ Development promotes excellence in psychotherapeutic services and programs for girls and their families. Our asset-based model of comprehensive services and programs is based on current research on girls’ development and effective psychotherapeutic interventions. We pride ourselves in providing quality individual, parent, family and group counseling, and team collaboration in a private practice.

Specialty areas: We are currently looking for licensed therapists with one or more of the following areas of expertise: Mindfulness-based treatment; Dialectical Behavior Therapy; eating disorders treatment; psychological assessment; social skills competency training.

Minimum requirements: M.A. in Counseling or Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D. preferred from an APA accredited school). Candidates must have a  background in working with children, adolescents, families, and groups; a passion for working with girls, young women and their families; and motivation for practice building and professional development activities. Computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) is required. Bilingual/bi-cultural applicants are encouraged to apply.

Consultation and Training: Clinicians meet together regularly for case consultation, and collaboration.  Because of our unique model of services and programs, clinicians receive ongoing quality training, participate in study groups and in professional development seminars.

Diversity:  The Institute for Girls’ Development embraces diversity in our staff and in the clients we serve. 

To apply:  Please email your letter of interest and CV/resume to: Dr. Melissa Johnson, President -  drmelissa@InstituteForGirlsDevelopment.com.

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