Therapist – Specialist Psychological Therapist (Addiction & Trauma)
The Cardinal Clinic, Windsor
Salary: £33,128.60 per annum
Hours: Full-time (Permanent)
Shift pattern: Tuesday to Saturday 9:00am–6:00pm
About The Cardinal Clinic
The Cardinal Clinic is a long-established, independent private mental health hospital in Windsor, with over 50 years’ experience delivering high-quality, personalised care. We provide inpatient, outpatient, and day patient services within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment that values clinical excellence, evidence-based practice, and compassionate care.
The Role
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
What We’re Looking For
- 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
What We Offer
- A supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team
- Regular clinical supervision and opportunities for ongoing professional development
- A calm, well-resourced working environment set within private grounds
- Free on-site parking
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £33,128.60 per year
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Do you confirm you understand this role is full time, five days a week and the shift patterns is 9-6: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
Experience:
- counselling/psychotherapy: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
