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Available positions:
Clinical Internship: Art-Based Healing & Counseling
Art Therapy & Creative Healing Group Facilitator
Licensed Professional Counselor and/or Art Therapist
For more details and to apply, please see below:
Clinical Internship: Art-Based Healing & Counseling
Are you an Art Therapy student looking for a clinical home that values metaphor, heart-centered connection, and the deep language of the creative process?
At Heart in Hand Healing Arts, we are proud to support the next generation of creative healers. We offer a robust, trauma-informed internship placement for graduate students (MAATC/Counseling) who are passionate about navigating the complexities of grief, loss, and life transitions through art.
As a student at Heart in Hand, you won't just be "observing"—you will be an integral part of our healing community. Under the direct mentorship of an ATR-BC, CLAT, and LPC, you will learn to bridge the gap between academic theory and the sacred space of clinical practice.
What Your Internship Experience Includes
Direct Clinical Hours: Opportunities to build a small caseload and work with individuals across the lifespan.
Group Co-Facilitation: Learn the art of "metaphoric processing" by co-leading 60 and 90-minute therapeutic art groups.
Specialized Mentorship: Weekly 1-on-1 supervision with a Board Certified Art Therapist, focusing on clinical skills, symbolic language, and your evolving identity as a healer.
Private Practice Foundations: Gain insight into the "heart" of running a practice, from HIPAA-compliant documentation to the ethics of heart-centered care.
Who You Are
A current graduate student in an AATA-approved Art Therapy or Counseling program (special consideration given to Albertus Magnus MAATC students).
Driven by curiosity, compassion, and a belief in the transformative power of the mind-heart-hand connection.
Ready to bring your imaginative spirit and professional dedication to a supportive, trauma-informed environment.
How to Inquire
We are currently accepting inquiries for upcoming practicum and internship cycles. Please apply below and include:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter: a cover letter sharing your clinical interests
Identity Piece: An original piece of artwork that represents your identity as a therapist.
For questions please contact us info@hih-ha.com.
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Art Therapy & Creative Healing Group Facilitator (Contractor)
Practice Name: Heart in Hand Healing Arts
Location: East Haddam, CT – Telehealth/Remote
Position Type: Contractor (Flexible Scheduling)
About Us
Our Heart-Centered Mission: At Heart in Hand, we provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals to navigate the complexities of trauma and loss. We move beyond traditional therapeutic modalities into the realm of metaphoric processing, where the creative act allows the nervous system to ground and the subconscious to speak. Our approach is deeply human, emphasizing the connection between the mind, hands, and heart.
Why Join the Heart in Hand Community?
For Our Providers: We believe a supported healer is a better healer. You will have the clinical autonomy to lead with your intuition while receiving the back-office support and Board Certified Art Therapy Supervision (ATR-BC) you need to flourish.
For Our Clients: We offer a specialized, non-clinical 'feeling' environment where healing is facilitated through curiosity, safety, and the transformative power of the creative process.
Role Details
Metaphoric Facilitation: Lead 60-minute or 90-minute groups that utilize art-based healing to process grief, trauma, and identity.
Clinical Integrity: Utilize symbolic language and art directives to help clients externalize and reframe their internal experiences.
Full Support: We handle all marketing, client matching, and insurance billing so you can focus entirely on the healing work.
Pay Range: $50 – $160 per session (Based on licensure and group length)
Requirements
Master’s degree in Art Therapy or Counseling with a strong artistic foundation.
Active CT License (ATR, ATR-P, LPC and/or LPC-A).
A passion for metaphor, symbolism, and heart-centered therapeutic relationships.
Commitment to a trauma-informed, person-centered approach.
Professional Liability Insurance (or willingness to obtain).
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit the following to info@hih-ha.com:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter: Highlighting your experience in counseling/art therapy and trauma-informed care.
Identity Piece: one-paragraph "dream group" concept
References: 3 professional references (will be requested upon advancement).
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Licensed Professional Counselor and/or Art Therapist (LPC-A, LPC, ATR-P, ATR-BC)
Practice Name: Heart in Hand Healing Arts
Location: East Haddam, CT – Telehealth/Remote (with potential for future in-person sessions)
Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Flexible Scheduling)
About Us
Heart in Hand Healing Arts is a growing private practice located in East Haddam, CT. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, client-centered care to individuals, families, children, and adolescents. We value holistic wellness, creative expression, and evidence-based practice, striving to create a supportive environment for both clients and clinicians.
As a practice founded by an ATR-BC, we are uniquely positioned to mentor the next generation of art therapists. We believe in the power of visual and symbolic expression to redefine painful emotions and explore trauma with safety and intention.
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Connecticut-based Counselor (LPC or LPC-A) to join our team. The ideal candidate will be dual-qualified (LPC/LPC-A and ATR-P/ATR/ATR-BC) and possess strong capabilities in both traditional counseling and art therapy modalities.
This role involves providing therapeutic services to diverse clients, conducting assessments, and facilitating sessions with a heavy focus on trauma-informed care. For associates (LPC-A/ATR-P), we provide dedicated clinical supervision and support to help you achieve full licensure and credentialing while building a sustainable, high-income career path.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care: Conduct comprehensive assessments (DSM-5) and implement individualized treatment plans incorporating both verbal counseling and art therapy interventions.
Creative Processing: Utilize drawing, painting, and sculpture to help clients process trauma and enhance coping skills.
Trauma-Informed Practice: Apply evidence-based frameworks (CBT, DBT, Somatic) within a trauma-informed lens.
Documentation: Maintain timely clinical documentation in compliance with CT DPH and ethical standards.
Collaboration: Participate in 1-on-1 and group clinical supervision.
Caseload: Maintain a caseload of at least 20 clients (for full-time).
Qualifications
Education: Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Art Therapy, or a related field.
Licensure: Current, active CT license (LPC) OR license-eligible associate (LPC-A).
Art Therapy: Credentialed (ATR/ATR-BC) OR actively pursuing credentialing (ATR-P).
Technical: Reliable internet and a private, HIPAA-compliant space for telehealth.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation structure designed to support your financial growth as you grow clinically:
Full-Time: $52,000 – $104,000 per year
Part-Time: $15,600 – $41,600 per year
Supervision Included: Weekly individual and group clinical supervision toward both LPC and ATR credentials (provided by an ATR-BC/LPC).
Operational Support: We handle all billing, client referrals, and administrative scheduling.
Insurance Support: Assistance with HUSKY and commercial insurance credentialing.
Benefits: Currently establishing health insurance options, PTO, and retirement eligibility for qualifying employees.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit the following to info@hih-ha.com:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter: Highlighting your experience in counseling/art therapy and trauma-informed care.
Identity Piece: An original piece of artwork that represents your identity as a therapist.
References: 3 professional references (will be requested upon advancement).
Heart in Hand Healing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.