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About Balanced Awakening

Balanced Awakening is a psychologist-led boutique psychotherapy practice serving women, couples, and teen girls. We specialize in empowering those on the female-identified spectrum through depth-oriented, holistic therapy. Our team is especially known for work in Somatic Therapy, Imago Relationship Therapy, and supporting moms through all stages of parenthood.

We believe that the best therapy happens when clinicians are deeply supported in living aligned, fulfilling, and abundant lives. That’s why we cultivate a team culture rooted in growth, authenticity, and joy. As a therapist here, you’re not just holding space for others—you’re also supported in expanding into your own next level, personally and professionally.

Take a look below at each of our positions, and the nuance of each role, whether a Licensed position or trainee. We also note whether we have current openings!

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Currently accepting applications!

At Balanced Awakening, we do things differently. We're a boutique psychotherapy practice with a heart-centered, growth-oriented culture where you can do your best work without burnout.

We're currently seeking a Licensed Psychologist who is passionate about deep therapeutic work, wants to maintain an ideal caseload of 25+ clients per week, and is excited to take part in a thriving, mission-driven team.

What You'll Love About This Role

• Purposeful Caseload – Enjoy a consistent and fulfilling weekly schedule of 25+ psychotherapy clients, with support to build the caseload you want

• Opportunities to Lead – If you are interested, there are opportunities to provide individual and group supervision to doctoral practicum students and postdoctoral fellows

• Abundance is Our Mindset – During your first week, you’ll receive a Mindvalley Membership and complete the Rapid Transformational Hypnotherapy for Abundance Quest as part of your onboarding

• Specialty-Focused Practice – Align your work with our specialty areas such as somatic therapy, trauma recovery, maternal mental health, relationship therapy, and more

• Couples Work Optional – If you're drawn to couples therapy, we’ll support your training in Imago Relationship Therapy - no prior experience needed, just your interest

• A Supportive Culture – Be part of a connected, creative, and collaborative team that values joy, authenticity, and aligned growth

• Opportunity to creatively contribute to the practice by writing blog posts and creating videos for social media—sharing your voice, expertise, and passion with a wider audience

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with our warm and organized admin team to build and maintain a full-time caseload of 25+ weekly psychotherapy clients

• Deliver high-quality, client-centered therapy that aligns with your clinical strengths and passions

• Engage in specialty-aligned work, such as somatic therapy, trauma recovery, Imago Relationship Therapy, maternal mental health, and more

• Participate in team meetings, case consultations, and practice development events that nourish both clinical skill and community connection

• Maintain timely and professional documentation in accordance with best practices and ethical standards

• Take part in abundance-focused onboarding, including completing the RTT for Abundance Quest via Mindvalley

• Contribute to our practice culture of joy, abundance, and authenticity, and stay connected to the aspects of therapy that bring you the most meaning and fulfillment

• If of interest, provide individual and group supervision to doctoral practicum students and postdoctoral fellows, fostering growth in the next generation of therapists

Qualifications

• Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of Illinois (Psy.D. or Ph.D.) — or license eligible and actively pursuing licensure

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience preferred (postdoc experience can count), and previous private practice experience is even better

• Interest in or openness to somatic therapy approaches; training or experience is a plus but not required

• Eager to build and sustain a caseload of 25+ psychotherapy clients per week with the support of our admin team

• Strong clinical judgment, professional boundaries, and commitment to ethical practice

• A growth-oriented mindset and a passion for personal development—bonus points if you’re excited about Mindvalley, RTT, or similar frameworks

• Alignment with our practice values: abundance, authenticity, connection, and conscious leadership

• Willingness to engage in occasional team meetings, case consultation, and practice development activities that support our collaborative culture

LCSW, LCPC, LMFT

Currently accepting applications!

At Balanced Awakening, we do things differently. We're a boutique psychotherapy practice with a heart-centered, growth-oriented culture where you can do your best work—without burnout.

We’re currently seeking a Licensed Therapist (LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT) who is passionate about deep therapeutic work, want to maintain an ideal caseload of 25+ clients per week, and is excited to be part of a thriving, mission-driven team.

What You'll Love About This Role

• Purposeful Caseload – Enjoy a consistent and fulfilling schedule of 25+ psychotherapy clients per week, with support from our admin team to build the caseload you want

• Abundance is Our Mindset – During your first week, you’ll receive a Mindvalley Membership and complete the Rapid Transformational Hypnotherapy for Abundance Quest as part of your onboarding

• Specialty-Focused Practice – Align your clinical work with our focus areas such as somatic therapy, trauma recovery, maternal mental health, and relationship therapy

• Couples Work Optional – If you're drawn to couples therapy, we’ll support your training in Imago Relationship Therapy - no prior experience needed, just interest and curiosity

• A Supportive Culture – Be part of a connected, creative, and collaborative team that values joy, authenticity, and aligned growth

• Creative Contribution – Share your expertise through writing blog posts and making videos for social media, amplifying your voice and reaching a wider audience

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with our warm and organized admin team to build and maintain a full-time caseload of 25+ weekly psychotherapy clients

• Deliver high-quality, client-centered therapy that reflects your clinical strengths and passions

• Engage in specialty-aligned work, such as somatic therapy, trauma recovery, Imago Relationship Therapy, and maternal mental health

• Maintain timely and professional documentation in line with ethical and clinical best practices

• Participate in team meetings, case consultations, and occasional practice development events that foster connection and growth

• Take part in abundance-focused onboarding, including completing the RTT for Abundance Quest via Mindvalley

• Contribute to our culture of joy, abundance, and authenticity, staying connected to the work that lights you up

Qualifications

• Licensed as an LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT in the state of Illinois

• 2+ years of clinical experience preferred; private practice or outpatient experience is a plus

• Interest in or openness to somatic therapy approaches; training is welcome but not required

• Enthusiastic about building and sustaining a 25+ client caseload with administrative support

• Strong clinical judgment, ethical grounding, and clear professional boundaries

• Growth-oriented with a passion for self-development; excited about things like Mindvalley, Rapid Transformational Hypnotherapy, or personal growth tools

• Alignment with our core values: abundance, authenticity, & connection

• Willingness to engage in collaborative practice culture through meetings, consults, and occasional content creation

Postdoctoral Resident

Our 2025/2026 Postdoctoral Residency Positions Are Full!

We are no longer accepting applications for the 2025/2026 postdoc year. Please check out our APPIC directory listing for more information and future updates.

About Our Postdoctoral Residency Program

Since 2018, we've had the joy of training 11 outstanding postdocs—many of whom have gone on to thrive in private practice and advanced clinical roles. At Balanced Awakening, postdoctoral residents are integrated into our team as W-2 employees with a full caseload and robust training experience to support your growth as a grounded, empowered therapist.

You’ll carry a full-time caseload of ~25 client hours/week and spend approximately 15 additional hours on documentation, supervision, training, and care coordination. Our aim is to help you grow into your next-level clinical self with depth, support, and abundance.

What You’ll Receive in This Role

• Weekly individual supervision with our Postdoc Training Director

• Weekly group supervision with fellow postdocs

• A $2,000 training stipend to support outside training, workshops, books, courses, and certifications that fuel your clinical and professional development

• Participation in our monthly Inspired Healing virtual gathering, where you’ll be introduced to diverse healing modalities both within and complementary to psychotherapy

• Full benefits package including:

  • Health insurance (BCBS PPO, 50% of your premium covered by the practice)

  • 401(k) with a 3% nonelective contribution

  • Fully paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance

  • Optional dental and vision insurance

• Access to a Mindvalley Membership and onboarding that includes the Rapid Transformational Hypnotherapy for Abundance Quest to help you step into your abundance mindset from day one

What We’re Looking For

We love training postdocs who are passionate about working with women, couples, and teen girls, and who are excited to explore holistic or body-based approaches to psychotherapy.

We are especially interested in applicants who already have, or would love to pursue, training in:

• Imago Relationship Therapy

• Somatic Experiencing

• Hakomi Mindful Somatic Psychotherapy

• EMDR or Brainspotting

• Breathwork or mindfulness-based techniques

• Postpartum & perinatal mental health

• Any integrative or spiritually-informed modality that brings depth and dimension to psychotherapy

Program Structure

This is a 2,000-hour postdoctoral residency, structured to meet licensure requirements in Illinois while supporting future professional mobility across most U.S. states. The position is full-time (35–40 hours/week) and designed to provide the comprehensive support you need to step confidently into your next professional chapter.

Post-Masters Clinical Fellowship, LCPC track

Our LCPC Fellowship Positions Are Currently Filled

We are not currently accepting applications for our LCPC Fellowship program. We anticipate opening applications again in late 2025. Stay tuned and check back if you’re interested in joining a heart-centered team that supports your clinical growth and personal evolution.

About the Fellowship Program

Our two-year Fellowship for Counseling Graduates is designed to support therapists on their journey toward LCPC licensure—while offering deep, meaningful clinical experience and opportunities to specialize. Fellows are full members of our team, employed as W-2 employees with full benefits, and work in a structure similar to our postdoctoral residency program.

As a Fellow, you’ll build a full-time caseload of ~25 weekly client hours and spend approximately 15 hours per week on training, supervision, documentation, and care coordination. You’ll also receive individualized guidance and robust opportunities to grow your skills and confidence as a psychotherapist.

What You’ll Love About This Role

• A two-year full-time fellowship designed to support the 3,000 supervised clinical hours needed for LCPC licensure in Illinois

• Access to a Mindvalley Membership and onboarding that includes the Rapid Transformational Hypnotherapy for Abundance Quest to help you step into your abundance mindset from day one

• Weekly individual supervision with seasoned licensed clinicians (LCPCs or LCSWs on our team)

• Monthly group supervision

• A personalized “deep dive” into your area of clinical passion—from Imago Relationship Therapy to EMDR, Brainspotting, or breathwork

• $2,000 training stipend to fund coursework, certifications, workshops, or books that support your clinical path

• Access to our monthly Inspired Healing virtual meeting, where you'll explore diverse healing modalities that complement psychotherapy

• A supportive, growth-minded team culture that values authenticity, collaboration, and abundance

Post-MSW Clinical Fellowship

Our LCSW Fellowship Positions Are Currently Filled

We are not currently accepting applications for our LCSW Fellowship program. We anticipate opening applications again in late 2025. Stay tuned and check back if you’re interested in joining a heart-centered team that supports your clinical growth and personal evolution.

About the Fellowship Program

Our two-year Fellowship for Social Work Graduates is designed to support therapists on their journey toward LCSW licensure—while offering deep, meaningful clinical experience and opportunities to specialize. Fellows are full members of our team, employed as W-2 employees with full benefits, and work in a structure similar to our postdoctoral residency program.

As a Fellow, you’ll build a full-time caseload of ~25 weekly client hours and spend approximately 15 hours per week on training, supervision, documentation, and care coordination. You’ll also receive individualized guidance and robust opportunities to grow your skills and confidence as a psychotherapist.

What You’ll Love About This Role

• A two-year full-time fellowship designed to support the 3,000 supervised clinical hours needed for LCSW licensure in Illinois

• Access to a Mindvalley Membership and onboarding that includes the Rapid Transformational Hypnotherapy for Abundance Quest to help you step into your abundance mindset from day one

• Weekly individual supervision with seasoned LCSWs on our team

• Monthly group supervision

• A personalized “deep dive” into your area of clinical passion—from Imago Relationship Therapy to EMDR, Brainspotting, somatic therapy, or breathwork

• $2,000 training stipend to fund coursework, certifications, workshops, or books that support your clinical path

• Access to our monthly Inspired Healing virtual meeting, where you'll explore diverse healing modalities that complement psychotherapy

• A supportive, growth-minded team culture that values authenticity, collaboration, and abundance