Therapist Application Name * First Name Last Name Email * Phone * (###) ### #### Illinois License * LCPC LCSW LMFT Licensed Clinical Psychologist LPC (will be considered and supervision can be provided for the right candidate) License # * Years of Experience Providing Individual Therapy to Adolescents and/or Adults * 1-2 Years 2-5 Years 5+ Years What interests you about joining our practice? * Ethical Dilemma: You notice that a client has developed strong emotional dependence on therapy and is struggling with boundaries. How would you approach this situation while maintaining ethical integrity and client autonomy? * Clinical Approach: Foster Counseling emphasizes non-pathologizing, trauma-informed care. How do you conceptualize mental health concerns without relying on pathologizing language? Can you give an example of how you have applied this approach in therapy? * Identity & Self-Reflection: Our practice values therapists who engage in ongoing self-awareness and growth. How has your own personal identity (race, gender, sexuality, neurodiversity, culture, etc.) influenced your work as a therapist? How do you navigate and address potential biases in your clinical work? * Commitment to Lifelong Learning: We believe that being a lifelong learner is crucial to providing exceptional care. How do you make ongoing learning a priority in your professional and personal growth as a clinician? Please share specific examples of how you continue to expand your knowledge and clinical skills. * Commitment to Inclusivity: Foster Counseling is neuro-affirming and LGBTQIA+ affirming. How do you create a safe and affirming space for clients who hold marginalized identities? Please provide an example. * We are presently or soon will be looking for a clinician that can provide some evening hours (as well as potential daytime hours) in-person (and via telehealth), splitting time between our Lake in the Hills office and Sycamore office. We ask for a commitment to be available for rendering 15 sessions a week (once caseload grows and allows this). Will this all work for you? * Yes No ****Once you hit submit below, please send your resume or CV via email to support@fostercounseling.org Thank you for your interest in joirning our team! Please don’t forget to send your CV or resume to support@fostercounseling.orgWe will be in touch soon! View our Website
