At Anchoridge Counselling Services, we believe that meaningful change begins with connection, compassion, and a safe space to be heard. With established locations in Waterloo, Oakville, and London, Ontario, Anchoridge is a growing multidisciplinary mental health practice committed to providing accessible, inclusive, and evidence-based psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, children, youth, and families.
Our team of approximately 30 mental health professionals brings diverse clinical expertise, therapeutic approaches, and lived experiences to create an environment where both clients and clinicians can thrive.
We are currently seeking passionate, experienced, and dedicated Registered Social Workers (RSWs) and Registered Psychotherapists (RPs) to join our Waterloo team.
We are looking for clinicians who value clinical excellence, professional autonomy, collaboration, and meaningful therapeutic relationships.
Position Overview
As a Registered Social Worker or Registered Psychotherapist at Anchoridge Counselling Services, you will provide high-quality psychotherapy services to individuals experiencing a range of emotional, psychological, relational, and behavioural challenges.
You will have the opportunity to develop a caseload aligned with your clinical interests, expertise, and availability while benefiting from an established practice environment, administrative support, and collaborative team culture.
Our ideal candidate is compassionate, clinically confident, self-motivated, and committed to providing ethical, client-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individual psychotherapy to clients experiencing a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and emotional regulation challenges.
- Conduct comprehensive intake assessments and develop individualized, evidence-informed treatment plans.
- Utilize therapeutic modalities appropriate to client needs, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), EMDR, or other clinically appropriate approaches.
- Establish and maintain strong therapeutic relationships grounded in empathy, professionalism, and respect.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Monitor client progress and adapt treatment approaches to support meaningful therapeutic outcomes.
- Conduct appropriate risk assessments, crisis interventions, and safety planning when clinically indicated.
- Collaborate with administrative staff and other clinicians to ensure a positive client experience.
- Participate in team meetings, professional development opportunities, and clinical consultation as appropriate.
- Maintain professional, ethical, and legal standards consistent with the requirements of the applicable Ontario regulatory college.
Qualifications & Requirements
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Social Work, Counselling Psychology, Psychotherapy, or a related clinical mental health discipline.
- Current registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) as a Registered Social Worker, or the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) as a Registered Psychotherapist.
- Authorization to practise psychotherapy within your professional scope.
- Demonstrated experience providing individual psychotherapy.
- Strong knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic interventions and clinical assessment.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative clinical environment.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development, ethical practice, and culturally responsive care.
- Professional liability insurance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of post-qualification clinical experience.
- Additional training or certification in specialized therapeutic modalities.
- Experience working with diverse client populations and presenting concerns.
- Experience providing couples therapy, family therapy, child and youth counselling, or trauma-focused psychotherapy.
- Ability to offer in-person appointments at our Waterloo location.
- Evening and/or weekend availability.
- Experience using electronic health records, including Jane App.
What We Offer
At Anchoridge, we believe therapists deserve a workplace where they feel supported, respected, and empowered to do their best clinical work.
We are committed to building a team culture that values professional growth, collaboration, autonomy, and genuine connection.
Why Join Anchoridge?
- Flexible Scheduling: Create a schedule that aligns with your availability, lifestyle, and professional goals.
- Competitive Compensation: Attractive independent contractor compensation structure based on qualifications and experience.
- Administrative Support: Dedicated administrative assistance with client inquiries, scheduling, billing, and practice operations.
- Established Practice: Join an established counselling organization with multiple Ontario locations and an active digital presence.
- Marketing & Visibility: Benefit from ongoing marketing initiatives, community outreach, and practice-wide referral efforts.
- Professional Development: Opportunities to engage in continued learning, specialized training, and professional growth.
- Collaborative Team Culture: Work alongside a diverse and supportive team of mental health professionals.
- Professional Office Space: Access welcoming, thoughtfully designed clinical spaces.
- Clinical Autonomy: Maintain independence in your therapeutic approach while working within a supportive organizational framework.
- Community & Connection: Opportunities to participate in team events, professional discussions, and collaborative initiatives.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for more than someone who can provide therapy. We're looking for a clinician who values the therapeutic relationship, demonstrates professionalism, and genuinely cares about the individuals they serve.
You are someone who:
- Approaches clients with empathy, curiosity, and a nonjudgmental perspective.
- Values clinical integrity, professional accountability, and ethical decision-making.
- Is passionate about making mental health services accessible and meaningful.
- Enjoys being part of a team while maintaining independence in clinical practice.
- Brings initiative, reliability, and a commitment to continued professional growth.
- Contributes positively to a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplace.
Whether you are looking to grow an existing caseload or become part of an established clinical community, Anchoridge offers an opportunity to build a meaningful and rewarding practice.
