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Salty Counseling — Trauma Specialty Clinic in Salt Lake City
A trauma specialty clinic for clinicians who are seeking strong mentorship and meaningful professional growth.
Salty Counseling is a trauma specialty clinic based in Holladay, serving Salt Lake City and surrounding communities. Our work is grounded in ethical, depth-oriented care and structured clinical mentorship. We believe therapists thrive with clarity, clinical containment, and consistent support—not productivity pressure or a culture of burnout.
Many therapists come from environments where they were overworked, under-supervised, or expected to “figure it out on their own.” Salty Counseling was built as an alternative to that model.
Our clinic offers structured supervision, sustainable caseload expectations, and clear clinical systems so therapists can focus on learning and client care.
Who We Are
Salty Counseling is a trauma specialty clinic grounded in EMDR, somatic therapy, and nervous-system–informed care. Our work focuses on treating chronic stress, anxiety, and deeply rooted trauma patterns with intention, pacing, and clinical depth.
We operate as a focused clinical environment that prioritizes thoughtful treatment planning, ethical decision-making, and quality of care.
What Supervisees Are Saying
“For the past year, Q served as my supervisor while I completed my MSW at the University of Utah. Her approach allowed me to grow both personally and professionally. She fostered a supervisory relationship built on mutual respect, curiosity, and trust, and helped me develop confidence in my clinical voice.”
— S. G., MSW Intern
Who Thrives at Salty Counseling
Clinicians who tend to thrive here are those who:
Value depth-oriented, trauma-informed work
Want to be part of a growing clinic
Have at least one year of experience providing psychotherapy or counseling services to clients
Want to become a specialist in trauma-informed and EMDR therapy
Appreciate structure without rigidity
Want mentorship while developing their clinical voice, judgment, and skills
Care deeply about ethics, boundaries, and high-quality clinical care
Prefer intentional, sustainable caseloads over high-volume models
Therapists interested in exploring different specialties within trauma work.
We are not the right fit for everyone — and that clarity protects both clinicians and clients.
Room to Develop Your Specialty
While Salty Counseling is grounded in trauma-focused care, EMDR, and nervous-system–informed approaches, clinicians are not expected to replicate one specific niche or ideal client. We welcome therapists who bring—or want to develop—specialties that complement trauma work, including OCD, perinatal mental health, ADHD, grief, relationship concerns, and other areas that align with the clinic’s values and scope.
Our goal is to support each clinician in developing a clear professional identity while contributing to Salty Counseling’s shared clinical foundation.
We Are Growing
We welcome applications from both fully licensed and associate pre-licensed clinicians in Utah, including LCSW, CMHC, CSW, and ACMHC therapists.
Salty Counseling is actively accepting applications as we grow into a trauma specialty clinic.
Associate clinicians receive structured weekly supervision toward clinical licensure. All clinicians receive ongoing mentorship and EMDR consultation with Q Porschatis, LCSW, Consultant-in-Training (CIT), to support clinical development and EMDR training/certification.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority given to early applicants.
Our Philosophy of Work
We believe strong clinical work requires structure, containment, and support — not pressure, urgency, or productivity quotas.
At Salty Counseling, we are committed to:
Sustainable caseloads designed for long-term clinical work
Trauma-informed, ethics-driven decision-making
Clear expectations around scheduling, documentation, and scope
Strong professional boundaries that protect clinicians and clients
Structured mentorship
Respect for therapists as skilled professionals
Our goal is to create a clinical environment where therapists can deepen their skills, practice sustainably, and build confidence over time.
What We Offer Clinicians
Compensation, Benefits & Clinical Support
W-2, per-session compensation: $45–$60 per completed client session, based on experience and licensure
Predictable caseload expectations: Caseloads typically build over three months, with an ongoing minimum of 12 completed sessions per week after the ramp-up period
Clinical supervision and consultation: Guaranteed weekly supervision for associate therapists and ongoing clinical consultation for fully licensed therapists
Structured mentorship: Ongoing clinical guidance, EMDR consultation, and professional development support from Q
Discounted EMDR training: Reduced rates for EMDR Basic Training and advanced courses through the Trauma Therapist Institute
Tiered benefits: After 90 days, clinicians averaging 13 or more completed sessions per week are eligible for:
A monthly health or student-loan benefit of $150–$350
Paid time off
An annual professional development benefit of $350–$550
Compensation, scheduling expectations, supervision, benefit eligibility, and opportunities for growth are discussed clearly during the interview process.
Caseload Tiers
Clinicians may choose a caseload tier aligned with their availability and professional goals:
Base Tier: 12 client sessions per week
Mid-Tier: 13–16 client sessions per week
High-Tier: 17–20 client sessions per week
Upper-Tier: 21–24 client sessions per week
Clinicians who wish to maintain higher caseloads may do so based on clinical readiness,
sustainability, and mutual agreement. Caseloads are built to support long-term
success for both the client and the clinician, and to prevent burnout.
Work–Life Boundaries
Autonomy within a supportive clinical framework
Policies that protect therapists’ time, energy, and scope of practice
Emphasis on sustainable caseloads and realistic expectations
We prioritize clarity, consistency, and ethical practice — so clinicians always know what’s expected and where they’re headed.
What the Hiring Process Looks Like
Our hiring process is designed to support thoughtful alignment.
Application submission
Initial interview to assess experience and clinical fit
Discussion of role structure, expectations, supervision, and support
Offer and onboarding timeline
To begin the process, click the button below to submit your application.
Join Our Team
If you’re interested in joining Salty Counseling, please apply below and submit your resume or CV along with a brief cover letter explaining why Salty Counseling interests you.
We believe therapists deserve workplaces built around sustainability, clarity, and respect — not burnout or productivity pressure.
If this feels like a strong fit, apply below.
2120 E 3900 S STE 101, Holladay, UT 84124
Salty Counseling, LLC
Q Porschatis, MSW, LCSW
2120 E 3900 S STE 101, Holladay, UT 84124
801-203-0329
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