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Careers
We’re not your typical therapy practice. Ashay Therapy Services is a team of therapists dedicated to providing culturally responsive care for the BIPOC community. We believe therapists deserve a workplace where they feel seen, heard, and valued, with flexibility, recognition of their strengths, and a strong sense of community. We also believe in having fun, building connection, and fostering genuine support within our team.
Independent Contractor Therapist
Location
Calgary + able to practice in other provinces across Canada
Focus
Trauma-informed, culturally responsive care, trauma-trained therapist
Role Type
Independent Contractor · Part-time
Independent Contractor Therapist
Ashay Therapy is a growing private practice based in Calgary, Alberta, providing culturally responsive and trauma-informed counselling to clients across Canada. Our work centres individuals from diverse and marginalized communities, with a strong focus on supporting BIPOC clients.
Our mission is to help destigmatize mental health and create a safe, inclusive, and affirming space where clients feel supported in ways that honour their identity, lived experiences, and healing journey.
Practice Description
About the Role
Therapists are required to have 15–20 hours of availability posted weekly within these time blocks.
Candidates must be licensed to practice in Alberta, and preferably also licensed in other provinces such as Ontario. Applicants should be based in Calgary or able to travel periodically for in-person collaboration, team meetings, and marketing activities.
- Your theoretical orientation
- Where you are registered to practice
- Your desired weekly availability
- Wage expectations
Application Process
- Resume
- Cover letter outlining:
“Practicum Student Application – Ashay Therapy”
We strongly encourage applications from BIPOC clinicians and individuals from other historically marginalized communities.
Thank you for your interest in joining Ashay Therapy. We look forward to connecting with clinicians who are values-aligned, grounded, and passionate about providing culturally responsive care.
Only candidates selected for the next stage will be contacted. We kindly ask that applicants do not follow up regarding application status during this time.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Application Review Timeline
What We Offer
- Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, Psychology, or Social Work
- Active registration and good standing with an appropriate regulatory body (e.g., Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, College of Alberta Psychologists, Alberta College of Social Workers)
- Licensed to practice in Alberta and ideally additional provinces
Education Requirements
- Minimum 2–2.5 years of clinical experience
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
- Demonstrated cultural competence and sensitivity when working with diverse populations
- Experience supporting clients across various age groups and backgrounds
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage a caseload, conduct intakes, and maintain timely clinical documentation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Availability to provide evening sessions, with some daytime and morning availability
- Flexibility to offer both virtual and in-person sessions
- Professional liability insurance
- Access to a reliable computer and confidential workspace for virtual sessions
- Availability to attend monthly team meetings (first Friday of each month at 11:00 a.m.)
Required Qualifications
- Tuesday mornings and evenings
- Wednesday evenings
- Thursday evenings
- Saturday mornings and afternoons
- Marketing and advertising support
- Client referrals
- Practice management systems (intake, billing, scheduling)
- Access to a counselling office
- Competitive pay split (contractor retains 60% of session revenue)
- Flexible work schedule
- Peer consultation and collaboration
- Growth opportunities within a developing group practice
We are seeking a qualified Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Psychologist, or Social Worker to join our growing practice as an independent contractor. The ideal candidate is passionate about providing high-quality, culturally attuned care and supporting clients with concerns related to stress, burnout, trauma, relationships, and emotional regulation.
Experience or training in modalities such as EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Somatic Therapy are highly valued.
This is a part-time role with required availability during the following time blocks:
Practicum Student / Counselling Intern
Location
Calgary (in-person) + virtual across Canada
Focus
Trauma-informed, culturally responsive care
Role Type
Practicum Student / Counselling Intern
Practicum Student / Counselling Intern
Ashay Therapy is a growing private practice based in Calgary, Alberta, providing culturally responsive and trauma-informed counselling to clients across Canada. Our work centres BIPOC and marginalized communities, with a focus on helping clients navigate stress, burnout, trauma, relationships, and life transitions in a way that honours their lived experiences.
Our mission is to create a supportive, inclusive, and professional environment—both for our clients and for the clinicians we train and work alongside.
Practice Description
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and committed Practicum Student / Counselling Intern based in Calgary who is eager to gain hands-on experience within a private practice setting. This role is ideal for a graduate-level counselling student who is ready to engage fully in the rhythm, responsibilities, and professional standards of working in a therapy practice.
The intern will provide virtual (and potentially in-person) counselling under supervision, participate in team meetings, and contribute to the overall clinical culture of the practice.
This role requires a minimum of 20 hours of weekly availability posted on the schedule (you won’t be working 20 hours a week), as this significantly increases the likelihood of client bookings and allows for meaningful clinical experience throughout the practicum period.
- Your counselling program and expected practicum timeline
- Your prior work experience
- Your clinical interests and theoretical orientation
- Your weekly availability
Application Process
- Resume
- Cover letter outlining:
“Practicum Student Application – Ashay Therapy”
We strongly encourage applications from BIPOC students and individuals from historically marginalized communities.
Thank you for your interest in training with Ashay Therapy. We look forward to connecting with applicants who are intentional, grounded, and ready to grow within a private practice environment.
Only candidates selected for the next stage will be contacted. We kindly ask that applicants do not follow up regarding application status during this time.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Application Review Timeline
This is an unpaid practicum placement completed for academic credit.
- Weekly individual clinical supervision
- A structured and supportive practicum experience within a private practice
- Exposure to culturally responsive and trauma-informed clinical work
- Client referrals and scheduling support
- Access to practice systems (intake, documentation, billing workflows)
- Opportunities for professional development and mentorship
- Inclusion in team meetings and practice culture
What We Offer
- Currently enrolled in a Master’s-level Counselling, Psychology, or Social Work program
- Eligible to begin a practicum or internship as approved by your academic institution
Education Requirements
- 2.5–3 years of prior professional work experience outside of undergraduate studies
- Strong professionalism, reliability, and accountability
- Ability to manage time, documentation, and client care responsibilities
- Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity to diverse populations
- Willingness to show up as an engaged team member within a therapy practice setting
- Comfort working independently while receiving supervision
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Access to a reliable computer and confidential workspace for virtual sessions
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 20 hours of availability posted weekly
- 8 months term minimum
- Willingness to offer some evening, and/or daytime availability and weekends to support client demand
- Availability to attend team meetings & team case consultations (currently held once monthly)
- Commitment to the full practicum term as outlined by your academic program
