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Primary Therapist Job in LA: LMFT, EMDR, Addiction Recovery

Onsite · Los Angeles, California
Posted July 28, 2026
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Overview

The Primary Therapist at Forward Recovery owns direct client care for residential detox and IOP patients in Beverly Hills. You will deliver CBT, DBT, and trauma-based therapy, including EMDR, while managing cases and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. This role demands residential treatment experience and a certification as an LMFT or Associate MFT. Your work will stabilize clients in early recovery and guide their therapeutic progress.

What You'll Do8

  • 1Lead group therapy sessions using CBT and DBT modalities for detox and IOP patients.
  • 2Conduct individual therapy sessions, applying EMDR or other trauma-informed approaches.
  • 3Facilitate family therapy to repair relationships and build support systems.
  • 4Drive case management, coordinating care with medical staff and external providers.
  • 5Ship weekly progress notes and treatment plans, tracking client outcomes.
  • 6Adapt therapeutic interventions to meet diverse client needs in a residential setting.
  • 7Support the clinical team during crisis situations to ensure client safety.
  • 8Monitor client progress and adjust treatment strategies as needed.

Requirements8

  • 1LMFT or Associate MFT license in California.
  • 2EMDR certification or demonstrated ability to perform trauma-based therapy.
  • 3Residential treatment experience is required.
  • 4Experience with CBT and DBT modalities.
  • 5Ability to conduct group, individual, and family therapy.
  • 6Strong case management skills in a clinical setting.
  • 7Bilingual skills are a plus but not required.
  • 8Compensation is based on experience, with a competitive range.

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typeonsite
LocationLos Angeles, California

Required Skills

CBTDBTEMDRTrauma Based TherapyGroup TherapyIndividual TherapyFamily TherapyCase ManagementResidential Treatment Experience
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