LMHC/Psychologist New Port Richey

About the role

Cotler Psychology Services has specialized in providing compassionate, high-quality behavioral health care to older adults throughout Florida for more than 30 years. Founded by Licensed Psychologist Dr. Kerry Cotler, the practice now partners with over 100 long-term care communities statewide. The mission is centered on improving the emotional well-being and quality of life of seniors through ethical, personalized, and evidence-based care.

This position serves seniors in assisted living and skilled nursing communities in the New Port Richey, Florida area. Residents often experience challenges related to aging, chronic illness, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, cognitive decline, and life transitions. The work focuses on helping residents build emotional resilience, improve coping skills, strengthen interpersonal connections, and maintain the highest possible quality of life. Clinicians are supported in focusing on patient care while benefiting from a collaborative and organized practice structure. The role is ideal for clinicians who enjoy building therapeutic relationships, working independently, and serving a population that greatly benefits from consistent emotional and behavioral health support. Whether early in your career or an experienced provider, you will have access to resources and guidance designed to help you succeed in the long-term care environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health services to seniors in assisted living and skilled nursing communities
• Address challenges related to aging, chronic illness, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, cognitive decline, and life transitions
• Help residents build emotional resilience and improve coping skills
• Strengthen residents' interpersonal connections
• Maintain residents' highest possible quality of life through therapeutic intervention
• Build and maintain therapeutic relationships with residents
• Work independently within assigned communities
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and practice support staff

Qualifications

• Active Florida license as an LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT (or nearing licensure)

Benefits

• Flexible Scheduling: Build a schedule that works for you and choose the communities you would like to serve
• Comprehensive Administrative Support: Team assists with insurance credentialing, referrals, billing, and other administrative responsibilities
• Clinical Training & Resources: Orientation to user-friendly Electronic Health Record (EHR) system along with access to virtual training and consultation support tailored to long-term care settings
• Supportive Practice Environment: Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative setting focused on compassionate, patient-centered care
• Part-time or full-time hours available

Pay

Hourly rates range from $50 to $70, with mileage reimbursement opportunities where applicable.