Registered Psychological Associate

About the Role

The Opportunity: Focus on Clinical Excellence

This position is designed for clinicians who are passionate about clinical work and desire the independence of a private practice without the burden of administrative and business headaches. We value our clinicians and offer the flexibility to create a position that aligns with your personal and career goals.

Your Primary Focus:

Your job is straightforward: show up, see your clients, and take notes. This is a full-time position requiring a minimum commitment of 30 hours per week.

What We Offer

Compensation & Comprehensive Support

Meridian Counseling handles the business side, providing a supportive infrastructure for professional growth, financial stability, and team connection.

• Financial Details:
• • Clinical rates are between $40–$45 per session.
  • Administrative work is compensated at $20 per hour.
  • Private pay rates vary based on what the client is paying.
  • Opportunity for bonus pay through our incentive program.
  • Ability to choose between an hourly or salary structure once full-time status has been achieved.
• Administrative Relief:
• • Meridian handles all administrative duties, including billing, credentialing, marketing, and providing office space.
  • Client referrals (both private pay and insurance-based) are guaranteed to help meet your financial goals.
• Professional Development & Community:
• • Growth: Registered Psychological Associates receive group and triadic supervision, access to CEU training, professional development opportunities, and clinical growth resources dedicated to up-leveling your skills.
  • Connection: Participate in monthly consultations with our clinical team and monthly team events that foster genuine connection (e.g., training, workshops, volleyball, hikes, game nights, etc.).

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled or graduated from an APA accredited PhD/ PsyD/ EdD  program for Clinical Psychology.
• Registered or able to register as a Psychological Associate with the California Board of Psychology
• Board approval must be obtained prior to beginning supervision.
• Ability to commit to a minimum of 25 hours per week.
• Eligibility to become credentialed with insurance panels.
• Attendance at all required training and supervision sessions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with trauma, mood disorders, addiction, families, and couples.
• Training in modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, or EMDR is preferred.
• Comfortable using electronic medical records.