Mental Health Jobs in Tampa, St. Petersburg & Sarasota
Licensed positions available NOW in Tampa, St. Petersburg & Sarasota
Start seeing clients within 2 weeks with sustainable 20-25 weekly client caseloads
About Us
At It Begins Within Therapy, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality of mental health services to individuals in the communities we serve. Our team of experienced professionals are passionate about delivering patient-centered care that addresses the unique needs of our clients. With a strong focus on innovation, experience and technology, we strive to stay at the forefront of mental health care, ensuring that our patients receive the best possible treatment.
Our Mission
The problem today is that there is no standard for high-quality mental healthcare, leaving both clients and clinicians underserved. At It Begins Within Therapy, our mission is to set that standard by doing things differently. We focus on finding the most talented and skilled clinicians and ensuring they can earn a great living without overwhelming caseloads. By removing barriers that distract from the actual work (like finding and maintaining office space, referrals, battling with insurance payers, and scheduling) we have created an environment where therapists can focus solely on their clients. Additionally, we foster a supportive community of talented therapists to encourage continuous learning and growth. By providing the best therapists in an ideal environment, we are able to deliver the highest quality care to our clients and make a positive, lasting impact in the community.
Current Therapist Job Openings
We're actively hiring licensed mental health professionals in Florida:
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHC)
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists (LMFT)
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW)
Psychologists (Psy.D./Ph.D.)
Psychiatrists (MD/DO)
Psychiatric Nurse Practioner (PMHNP)
Specialties & Niche Focus Areas We’re Hiring For
We’re growing a highly specialized team across Florida. If you have a clear niche (or want support developing one), we’d love to meet you, especially if your work aligns with any of the focus areas below:
Couples, Marriage & Relationships
Gottman Method-informed couples therapy
Affair recovery / betrayal trauma
Relationship discernment (separation/divorce ambivalence)
Premarital counseling + relational skill-building
Sex & Intimacy Therapy
Desire discrepancy, intimacy avoidance, sexual shame
Rebuilding intimacy after betrayal or conflict
Couples-focused intimacy and connection work
Trauma, PTSD & Accelerated Trauma Therapies
EMDR (trained)
Somatic-based trauma work
Anxiety, OCD & High-Achieving Professionals
Exposure-based approaches for OCD/phobias
Performance stress (executives, surgeons, attorneys, entrepreneurs)
Sleep, stress, and resilience coaching within therapy
Child & Family Therapy
Play-based and developmentally appropriate child therapy
Parent coaching + family systems work
ADHD support for children and parents
Teens, Adolescents & Neurodivergence
Anxiety/depression in teens, identity development, social stress
Neurodivergent-affirming care (autism, ADHD)
Parent-teen relationship repair (with appropriate boundaries)
School performance, motivation, and confidence building
Sports Psychology / Mental Performance
Confidence, focus, nerves, mental toughness (youth athletes)
Values-based performance coaching + emotional regulation
Team culture / leadership mindset work
Locations with open positions:
Why Join It Begins Within Mental Health Counseling?
At It Begins Within, we’re building more than a therapy group — we’re building a high-performing, specialized clinical team across Florida.
We serve motivated, growth-oriented clients and support clinicians who want to do meaningful, focused work — without the burnout of running a solo practice.
As a member of our team, you’ll receive:
A Caseload Built Around Your Niche
Our in-house marketing and referral strategy is designed to help you build a caseload of clients aligned with your specialty.
clinical guidance & a supportive team
Join a group of skilled, growth-minded clinicians who value excellence and collaboration.
Regular case consultation (lunch included)
Peer collaboration without micromanagement
A culture that prioritizes clinical depth and integrity
We are selective — and that’s intentional.
Advanced Training & Specialty Development
We encourage specialization and support continued growth through:
Consultation pathways
Skill development in high-demand modalities
Opportunities to lead groups, intensives, and specialty programs
Expansion into new markets as we grow
Flexible Scheduling
Maintain full autonomy over your schedule.
Fully-Equipped & Dedicated Offices
Each clinician at IBW is provided with their own dedicated office in a comfortable and private setting.
What We Look For in Candidates
Active license as an LMHC, LMFT, LCSW, or Psy.D. in the state of Florida.
Strong commitment to client care & client outcomes
Expertise within a specific niche and leading therapeutic approaches.
Dedication to ethical practice, confidentiality, and professional development.
Prior private practice experience
Commitment to 20+ clinical hour per week, offering 4-5 days of in-person availability
Benefits and Perks
As a member of our team, you can expect a team who supports your career growth and wellbeing.
This includes:
Highly competitive compensation
Opportunities for professional development and advancement
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Opportunities to work with your desired patient population
Our Therapist Jobs in Tampa
Office location
Our Tampa therapy office
Our Therapist Jobs in St. Petersburg
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Our st. petersburg therapy office
Our Therapist Jobs in Sarasota
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Our st. petersburg therapy office
Student Interns
Are you a graduate student in counseling, psychology, or social work looking for hands-on experience in a supportive, high-quality clinical setting? It Begins Within offers a structured Student Internship Program designed to help aspiring therapists develop their skills, gain supervised clinical experience, and prepare for a successful career in mental health.
How to Apply
Ready to make a difference in the Greater Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg or Sarasota community?
Submit your resume and cover letter.