Perinatal Clinician

Position Summary

The perinatal therapist will provide outpatient psychotherapy to adults during the perinatal period, including pregnancy and postpartum. The ideal candidate is experienced in women’s mental health, values collaborative care, and is comfortable working with complex emotional and relational dynamics that arise during the transition to parenthood. This roll offers the opportunity to work within a supportive interdisciplinary environment alongside psychiatric providers, nurses and medical assistants.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual psychotherapy for perinatal and reproductive mental health concerns
• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Supports patients experiencing: Postpartum depression and anxiety, PTSD, or bipolar disorder
  Birth trauma
  Pregnancy-related mood disorders
  Infertility and reproductive challenges
  Pregnancy and infant loss/grief
  Parenting stress and identity transitions
  Relationship and family adjustment concerns
• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as CBT, ACT, DBT-informed skills, attachment-based therapy, mindfulness, and trauma-informed interventions
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
• Collaborate with psychiatric providers, OB/GYNs, pediatricians, doulas, lactation consultants, and community supports as appropriate
• Participate in team meetings, case consultation, and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work or Counseling Psychology
• Active independent licensure in Massachusetts (LICSW, LMHC, PsyD, or PhD preferred)
• Experience working in perinatal, postpartum, or women’s mental health populations
• Strong Clinical Assessment and psychotherapy skills
• Commitment to compassionate, inclusive, and culturally responsive care
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• PMH-C certification or interest in obtaining certification
• Specialized training in perinatal mental health, trauma, attachment, or reproductive psychology
• Experience with couples or family work
• Experience in outpatient or integrated care settings

Compensation

Compensation is based on candidate experience, qualifications, and certifications and licenses. Annual ranges listed are based on a full-time, 40 hours per week position. Salary Range $65,000 - $95,000 USD

About the Role

Aspire Health and Community Services is committed to and passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate, support, and promote diversity of thought, culture, and backgrounds. As an employer committed to equal opportunity, we base all employment decisions on each individual’s capabilities and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic.