Specialist Psychological Therapist (Addiction & Trauma)

£33,128.60 per year
Full-time | Permanent
Shift pattern: Sunday - Thursday 9:00am–6:00pm
Location: Cardinal Clinic Windsor

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Specialist Psychological Therapist with a strong background in addiction and trauma treatment to join our therapy team. This role is well suited to a practitioner who works confidently within evidence-based, structured therapeutic models, often taking a cognitive or integrative cognitive approach, and who is comfortable delivering both individual and group-based therapy.

You will work with service users presenting with substance use disorders, trauma-related difficulties, and co-occurring mental health conditions, contributing to a comprehensive and clinically robust treatment programme.

Therapeutic Approaches

• We welcome applications from therapists trained and experienced in evidence-based modalities, including (but not limited to):
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• EMDR
• Trauma-focused therapies
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
• Schema Therapy
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Other structured, evidence-based psychological approaches

A strong grounding in addiction treatment frameworks and trauma-informed care is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality 1:1 psychological therapy
• Design and facilitate structured group therapy programmes, including psychoeducational and process groups
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, alongside psychiatrists, nurses, and other therapists
• Contribute to formulation, treatment planning, and clinical reviews
• Maintain clear, accurate, and timely clinical documentation
• Uphold professional, ethical, and confidentiality standards at all times

Essential Criteria

• Post-qualification experience delivering therapy in mental health and/or addiction settings
• Formal training and clinical experience in evidence-based psychological therapies, particularly CBT and/or EMDR
• Experience working with trauma presentations and substance use disorders
• Confidence delivering both individual and group therapy
• A thoughtful, grounded, and client-centred therapeutic style
• Ability to work effectively within a structured clinical environment