Clinical / Counselling Psychologist – Private Outpatient Clinic – HCPC

Job Title: Clinical or Counselling Psychologist - Private Outpatient Therapy Clinic

Salary: £50,000 – £75,000 per annum pro rata (DOE)

Hours: Full-time or part-time (minimum 3 days per week with 1 evening)

Location: Central London

Contract Type: Permanent

Qualifications: HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist

Are you a compassionate and driven HCPC-registered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist, either newly qualified or with significant post-qualification experience?

Do you value long-term, relational therapy and want to work with clients who are engaged, motivated, and seeking real psychological change?

Overview:

Compass Associates is proud to be exclusively partnering with a forward-thinking and expanding private therapy service located in the heart of Central London. Renowned for its expertise in specialist therapy and neurodiversity support, the clinic works with high-functioning adults and families navigating a range of emotional and psychological challenges.

Together we are seeking a HCPC registered Psychologist to join this growing team. This is a permanent role offering excellent opportunities for professional development, clinical growth, and long-term career progression within a values-led organisation known for its commitment to excellence in care.

You will join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that is passionate about delivering integrative, evidence-based interventions. The service fosters a clinician-centred culture that promotes autonomy, reflective practice, and ongoing learning (ideal for psychologists seeking meaningful, long-term therapeutic work).

Currently in an exciting phase of growth and innovation, the clinic is known for offering a supportive and flexible working environment, it has become a preferred destination for psychologists looking to move beyond traditional NHS structures in pursuit of better work-life balance, creativity, and deeper professional fulfilment.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver evidence-based, formulation-driven psychological therapy (individuals, couples, and families).
• Work with adults presenting with complex emotional and relational difficulties, often including neurodevelopmental conditions such as ADHD and autism.
• Use specialist therapeutic approaches including EMDR, Schema Therapy, DBT, or trauma-informed models.
• Participate in comprehensive psychological assessments including ADOS (if trained).
• Maintain excellent clinical records and contribute to audit and service improvement projects.

Candidate Requirements:

Essential:

• HCPC registration (Clinical or Counselling Psychologist)
• Interest or experience in neurodiversity (ADHD, autism)
• Confidence in working relationally with long-term therapy clients
• Strong communication, formulation, and therapeutic skills

Desirable:

• Training in EMDR, Schema Therapy, Couples Therapy, or DBT
• ADOS or autism/ADHD assessment experience
• Experience working systemically or with families

Employment Benefits:

• 27 to 33 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Private healthcare, insurance & pension
• Hybrid working available (online and in-person sessions)
• Dedicated clinical supervisor and line manager
• Supervisions & CPD opportunities with support for further training
• Assistant Psychologist and admin team support
• Professional growth within an expanding service

Interview Process:

1 stage interview (online)

• You’ll meet two senior clinicians for a 45 - 60-minute interview exploring six key questions focused on your therapeutic approach, client formulation, and professional experience.
• Role-Play Exercise: A 5-minute simulation of the opening of a session with a new client, to explore your ability to engage, assess, and structure an initial clinical interaction.

Contact Details:

For more information or to apply, please contact Lijani Cherry at Compass Associates: [email protected]

Recommendations:

Compass Associates is acting as a recruitment consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for any successful referral we place into this or another permanent role.