Counselling Psychologist (Remote)

# Counselling Psychologist (Remote) **Region:** United Kingdom **Type of Job:** Part time **Salary:** £40,000 GBP/Year **Expire:** 01 November 2026 ## Overview Are you an HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist in the UK seeking greater flexibility and autonomy in your work? Mentalzon.com offers you the opportunity to deliver high-quality remote therapy on your own terms. We are a modern platform dedicated to connecting skilled, compassionate practitioners like you with clients actively seeking meaningful therapeutic support online. Forget the commute and administrative overhead – focus on what you do best: helping clients navigate their challenges and enhance their well-being. ## About Mentalzon.com Mentalzon.com facilitates direct connections between qualified mental health professionals and individuals worldwide. Our mission is to empower therapists to build their independent practice, manage their schedules effectively, and reach clients who need their expertise, all through a seamless online experience. ## Key Responsibilities - **Deliver Remote Counselling Psychology Services:** Conduct expert online psychological assessments, develop collaborative formulations, and provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions to individuals, couples, or families based on your training and expertise. - **Maintain Professional Records:** Ensure accurate, confidential, and timely documentation of all clinical work, adhering to HCPC standards, ethical guidelines, and GDPR requirements. - **Uphold Ethical Standards:** Practice strictly in accordance with the ethical frameworks and standards of proficiency outlined by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and relevant professional bodies (e.g., BPS Division of Counselling Psychology). - **Direct Client Interaction:** Manage client communications regarding appointments, therapeutic agreements, and service fees directly. Maintain your own diary and scheduling. - **Engage in Clinical Supervision:** Participate in regular clinical supervision appropriate for your practice as a Counselling Psychologist in the UK. - **Optional In-Person Availability:** Should you operate your own insured private practice space, you have the option to offer face-to-face sessions coordinated via the platform. ## Essential Requirements - **Qualification:** Doctoral level qualification in Counselling Psychology (e.g., DPsych, PsyD) accredited by the BPS and approved by the HCPC. - **Registration:** Current registration as a Practitioner Psychologist (Counselling domain) with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is non-negotiable. - **Experience:** Proven post-qualification experience in delivering counselling psychology interventions and assessments. - **Right to Work:** Must possess the legal right to work on a self-employed basis within the UK. - **Technical Skills:** Proficiency in using secure video conferencing platforms (e.g., Zoom, Teams) for therapy delivery and competence in basic electronic record-keeping. - **Professional Environment:** Access to a stable internet connection and a private, secure workspace conducive to confidential therapy sessions. - **Core Competencies:** Excellent therapeutic relationship skills, strong communication abilities, empathy, professionalism, reliability, and self-management skills. - **Professional Commitments:** Commitment to ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD), reflective practice, and holding appropriate professional indemnity insurance. ## Desirable Requirements - Experience or accreditation in specific therapeutic approaches (e.g., Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT, ACT, Humanistic, Integrative models). - Specialised experience working with particular client populations or presenting difficulties. - Prior experience in independent private practice or telehealth delivery. ## Conditions of Engagement (Self-Employed Basis) - **Ultimate Flexibility:** Choose your own working hours, whether part-time or full-time (e.g., 3-20+ hours/week), to fit your lifestyle. - **Full Autonomy:** You control your schedule, caseload, and therapeutic approach. - **Work from Anywhere (UK):** Provide services remotely from any location within the UK with suitable internet. - **Direct Client Payment:** Establish your own competitive hourly rate based on your expertise. Agree on terms and receive payments directly from clients. (Note: Typical private practice rates for Counselling Psychologists in the UK are comparable to Clinical Psychologists, often ranging from £80 - £150+ per hour). - **Platform Reach:** Gain visibility and access clients actively seeking counselling psychology services via Mentalzon.com. - **Focus on Therapy:** Minimise administrative tasks as the platform supports client acquisition. - **Technical Assistance:** Receive support for using the platform and optimising your professional profile. - **Build Your Reputation:** Enhance your visibility through client feedback and ratings featu