Child & Family Therapist – Relational & Attachment-Based Practice
Independent Contractor | Part-time or Full-time
Belleville, ON (In-Person Required)
About the Role
Some therapists will read this posting and feel nothing.
Others will feel a very clear “yes.”
If you are looking to do meaningful, relational work with children and families—and to be part of a team where that way of working is shared—you may find what you are looking for here.
At The Relationship Centre, we are an attachment-based, relational therapy practice supporting children, families, couples, and individuals across Eastern Ontario. Our work is grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), attachment science, and trauma-informed care.
We are intentionally growing our child and family services in Belleville with care, support, and a strong relational foundation.
This role is best suited to a therapist who already has experience providing therapy or counselling to children, youth, and families and is looking for a practice where attachment-based and relational work are deeply valued.
About Us
We believe therapy happens in relationship.
That means:
- We pay attention to what is happening beneath the surface
- We care about emotional experience—not just behaviour
- We understand children within the context of their relationships
- We value reflection, collaboration, and ongoing growth
This is true in how we work with clients—and how we work with each other.
Our Work with Children and Families
We do not approach child therapy simply as behaviour to manage.
We are listening for:
- What the child is feeling
- What the child is needing
- What is happening in the relationships around them
This often means the work includes:
- The child
- The caregiver
- And the space between them
Our clinical work is intentionally grounded in attachment and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), while remaining flexible, thoughtful, and individualized to each family.
Who This Role Is For
This role may be a strong fit if you:
- Have experience providing therapy or counselling to children, youth, and families
- Are interested in attachment-based, EFT-informed, or relational approaches
- Value caregiver involvement as part of the therapeutic process
- Appreciate consultation, reflection, and collaborative practice
- Want to continue growing clinically within a supportive team environment
- Are looking for a connected and collaborative practice environment—not simply a place to rent office space
Who This Role Is Not For
This role is likely not a fit if you:
- Prefer to work independently without caregiver involvement
- Are primarily looking to supplement another private practice
- Prefer high-volume or strategy-focused work without relational depth
- Want a role where you can work in isolation without team connection
- Are looking primarily for behavioural management, assessment, or crisis-focused work without an interest in deeper relational and attachment-based therapy
We believe thoughtful fit matters—for both the therapist and the team.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide therapy to children, youth, and families
- Involve parents/caregivers as part of the therapeutic process
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
- Participate in consultation and ongoing professional development
- Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team culture
What It’s Like to Work Here
You will not be left on your own to hold complex work in isolation.
We talk about our work.
We consult together.
We support one another.
We continue learning.
Over time, therapists here tend to find both support and clinical grounding within the team.
What We Offer
- Established referral stream
- Administrative support so you can focus on clinical work
- Consistent intake and scheduling support
- A collaborative, attachment-based practice culture
- Consultation and opportunities for ongoing development
- The opportunity to build a sustainable and meaningful caseload
- Flexibility to expand your work into adults or couples therapy over time if desired
Qualifications & Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be registered (or eligible for registration) with the CRPO or OCSWSSW
- Have experience providing therapy or counselling to children, youth, and families
- Be willing to involve parents/caregivers as part of the therapeutic process
- Be available for in-person work in Belleville
- Have strong relational, communication, and organizational skills
- Be able to maintain timely clinical documentation and professional standards of practice
Experience supporting children and youth in educational, behavioural, residential, protection, or justice settings is valuable; however, preference will be given to candidates with direct psychotherapy or counselling experience.
Preferred but not required:
- Training or experience in attachment-based, trauma-informed, or Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) approaches
- Experience supporting families, parents, or caregiver relationships
- Availability for some after-school or early evening client hours
Successful candidates will also be required to provide:
- Proof of professional registration and liability insurance
- A current Vulnerable Sector Check prior to seeing clients
Compensation
- Independent contractor role
- Competitive compensation structure
- Administrative and referral support provided
Schedule
- In-person availability required (minimum two days per week)
- Flexible scheduling
Application Process
Please submit:
- Your resume
- A short note about how you approach your work with children and families
Selected applicants will typically be contacted within 7–10 business days of applying.
A Final Thought
There are many places to simply see clients.
If you are looking for a place where your work can feel connected, supported, intentional, and meaningful, we would be glad to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $82.00-$126.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Belleville, ON K8P 3Z9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you love working with children and youth and feel energized by this work.
- Are you registered with OCSWSSW or CRPO?
Education:
- Master's Degree (required)
Experience:
- child therapy clinical : 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
