Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)

Company: Vihara Dynamics LLC
Location: Fairfax
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Position Summary The Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) provides independent clinical therapy services to children, adolescents, and families served under the Fairfax–Falls Church Children’s Services Act (CSA). The LMFT delivers family-centered, systems-based, trauma-informed, and evidence-based interventions in community-based settings including client homes, schools, and other approved locations. Services are provided in alignment with CSA System of Care Practice Standards and Virginia licensure requirements. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Clinical Assessment & Treatment -Provide individual, family, and group therapy with a primary focus on family systems, relational dynamics, and child-family functioning. -Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial and family assessments. -Develop, implement, and update treatment plans consistent with CSA Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), IEPs (when applicable), court referrals, and agency requirements. -Deliver evidence-based and evidence-informed interventions (e.g., Family Systems Therapy, CBT, TF-CBT, Structural Family Therapy, Strategic Family Therapy). -Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and stabilization services as required. Documentation & Compliance -Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation including assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, discharge summaries, and required CSA reports. -Ensure documentation meets Fairfax–Falls Church CSA timelines and standards. -Participate in utilization reviews, audits, and quality assurance activities. Collaboration & Care Coordination -Collaborate with CSA case managers, Family Resource Teams, schools, courts, and other child-serving agencies. -Participate in team-based planning meetings, family partnership meetings, and multidisciplinary reviews. -Communicate clinical findings and recommendations while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and CSA requirements. Professional & Ethical Practice -Practice independently within the scope of Virginia LMFT licensure. -Adhere to ethical standards of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and Virginia regulations. -Participate in supervision, peer consultation, and continuing education activities. Required Qualifications -Active, unrestricted Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. -Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or a related field from an accredited institution. -Experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and families. -Knowledge of trauma-informed care, family systems theory, and evidence-based interventions. -Ability to work independently in community-based and mobile service settings. -Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Preferred Qualifications -Prior experience working within CSA-funded programs or similar child-serving systems. -Experience delivering in-home, school-based, or community-based services. -Training or certification in evidence-based practices such as TF-CBT, CBT, PCIT, FFT, or other family-focused models. -Bilingual or multilingual capabilities. Work Environment & Physical Requirements -Services are delivered in client homes, schools, and community settings. -Position requires travel throughout Fairfax County and surrounding areas. -Ability to sit, stand, walk, and perform routine clinical and administrative duties. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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