Mental Health Therapist LSW/LMHCA or LCSW/LMHC Social Worker

What’s Great About Working at Changing Tides?

We’ve created something special here. At Changing Tides Counseling, we believe therapists deserve a work environment where they feel respected, supported, and excited to show up each day. We’ve built a calm, casual, and connected culture that values flexibility, authenticity, and sustainability in the work we do.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Supportive, friendly coworkers

• A relaxed, down-to-earth work environment

• Flexible scheduling & clinician autonomy

• Free supervision for LSWs

• Low, sustainable caseload expectations (20 sessions/week)

• No holidays or on-call expectations

• 1–2 remote days/week available after onboarding (based on client needs)

• CEU support + fun team events

• Comfortable, furnished therapy offices

• Admin support provided

• Snacks, coffee, and a peaceful space to do meaningful work

• Convenient location on the south side of Indianapolis

• A team that actually likes working together

About the Role:

We are hiring for two full-time W-2 therapist positions:

• A full-time LCSW or LMHC 

• A full-time LSW or LMHCA (must be open to working with children, teens and adults)

Both roles are in-person with hybrid flexibility available after onboarding. 

Schedule Requirements:
Therapists set their own schedule, but must be available to see clients at least two evenings a week ending at 7pm or if evening work is not desired, weekend hours are also available. 

We’re seeking therapists who are:

• Kind, responsible, reliable and passionate about the work

• Trauma-informed in their clinical approach

• Licensed in Indiana as an LSW or LCSW or LMCH

• Comfortable working with adults, and couples or willing to train to work with couples

• Organized and able to manage documentation and client communication

• Collaborative and open to giving and receiving support

• Looking to plant roots and stay somewhere long-term--we love people who want to grow with us!

Compensation & Perks:

• $50,000–$55,000 base with with a sustainable caseload of 20 sessions per week.
• Up to $60,000 to $68,750 with a caseload increased caseload of 25 sessions per week (optional).

LCSW/LMHC/LMFT: $60–$65 per hour with estimated annual earnings:

• $57,600 to 62,400 per year with a sustainable caseload of 20 sessions per week.
• Up to $72,000–$81,250/year with an increased caseload of 25 sessions per week (optional)

Admin support

W-2 employment — we cover our share of payroll taxes, so you’re not responsible for the full self-employment tax required in 1099 roles.

While this is a W-2 position, traditional benefits such as insurance and PTO are not currently available in this position. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual outpatient therapy 

• Maintain timely, ethical, and accurate documentation in SimplePractice

• Manage your own schedule and caseload with autonomy (and support when needed)

• Participate in team meetings and trainings. 

This Might Be a Great Fit If:

• You want to do great clinical work without the pressure of a high-volume caseload
• You value meaningful relationships with both clients and coworkers
• You appreciate and can contribute to a calm and positive work culture
• You’re excited to grow in a sustainable, long-term role 
• You care about the clients you serve and the profession you represent
• You do not need traditional benefits and have the flexibility to grow your caseload over 30-90 days.