Program Overview: We are excited to announce openings for our Two-Year LCMHC-Associate Program. This position is specifically designed to support recent graduates as they work toward full North Carolina LCMHC licensure.
Led by a former Training Director of an APA-accredited Doctoral Internship and a North Carolina LCMHC-S, our practice is built to support the transition from academic training to independent practice. Shade Tree’s clinical excellence is rooted in our emphasis on training and professional identity development.
Two-Year LCMHC-A Program:
Job Title: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHC-A)
Company: Shade Tree Counseling, PLLC
Location: 2711-A Pinedale Road, Greensboro, NC
What We Offer:
Our program is designed to facilitate your growth with comprehensive support, including:
Competitive Compensation: W2 position offering competitive per session compensation, including a monthly insurance stipend to apply to health insurance premiums.
Paid Supervision: Weekly high-quality individual and group clinical supervision provided by the co-owners.
Paid Training: Weekly seminars focusing on advanced clinical topics, multicultural counseling, private practice management, ethical issues, and specialized modalities.
Administrative Support: A manageable client load and administrative support system so you can focus on your practice, not insurance companies.
Licensure Support: Direct service and supervision hours so you can meet requirements within the two-year timeframe and support in navigating the LCMHC Board.
Collaborative Culture: A supportive group environment where early-career therapists are encouraged to grow into their own professional counselor identity.
Qualifications
Recent Master’s degree in Counseling or a related field, or anticipated completion of such degree within the next three months.
Current, or immediately eligible for, LCMHC-Associate licensure in North Carolina.
Motivated, qualified, and passionate about building a satisfying career in outpatient therapy.
How to Apply
We are currently accepting applications. For more information or to apply, please contact Jonathan Schmalz directly (email preferred).
A complete application will include (and can be entered in the link below):
1) Curriculum Vitae or Resume,
2) A brief (approximately 1 page) cover letter stating your interest and background
3) Names and contact information for 3 professional references
Jonathan Schmalz, PhD, HSP-P
Co-Owner & Licensed Psychologist
jonathan@shadetreenc.com
(336) 443-6762
Notes on how to apply (We are currently accepting applications as of Jan 2026. )
For more information, please contact Jonathan Schmalz directly.
A complete application will include:
1) Curriculum Vitae or Resume,
2) A brief (approximately 1 page) cover letter stating your interest and background
3) Names and contact information for 3 professional references
Jonathan Schmalz, PhD, HSP-P
Co-Owner & Licensed Psychologist
Phone: (336) 443-6762
Email: jonathan@shadetreenc.com
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