Family Therapist

WorkspaceOnline (where professionally appropriate)Client's home (where suitable)Therapist's clinic or private practiceSchoolsHospitals or medical facilities (where applicable)Wellness centresFreelance / ContractKey ResponsibilitiesConduct family assessments and systemic formulationsFacilitate family therapy sessions using systemic, narrative, or structural approachesAddress family communication patterns, boundaries, and relationship dynamicsSupport families through divorce, relocation, bereavement, and other transitionsEngage with children, parents, and extended family as appropriateCollaborate with schools and mental health professionalsMaintain confidential family therapy recordsMinimum QualificationsMaster's degree or higher in Family Therapy or Systemic PracticeValid DHA, DOH, or MOHAP licence (or eligibility to obtain)Minimum 2 years post-qualification family therapy experienceAccreditation with AFT, UKCP, or equivalent bodyPreferred QualificationsTraining in emotionally focused family therapy (EFFT)Experience with cross-cultural and expatriate familiesUAE Licensing RequirementsThis role requires a valid UAE healthcare professional licence issued by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH), or Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP). Applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, the relevant licence before providing services. Licensing requirements must comply with UAE Visa & Work EligibilityApplicants must be legally authorised to work in the UAE through one of the following:Own UAE Employment VisaGreen VisaFreelance PermitDependent Visa with legal work eligibilityAny other valid UAE work authorisationRequired Experience2+ years systemic/family therapy practiceExperience with diverse family systemsRequired SkillsSystemic therapyNarrative approachesGenogram and sculptingSafeguardingFlexible freelance schedule — work around your existing commitmentsCompetitive session ratesWork from home or deliver sessions at students' homes / schoolsBe part of a growing, multidisciplinary teamSupportive, collaborative working environmentOpportunity to build a meaningful private practice in DubaiSimone's Tutoring is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all professionals. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, nationalities, and experience levels.
CompensationEarn 75% commission on all completed and fully paid therapy sessions, intervention programmes, and approved consultation services.
Commission is based on completed appointments that have been paid by the client.
Payments are processed monthly.
Independent contractor position.
Therapists are responsible for maintaining all required professional licences, registrations, insurance, and legal compliance.

About the Company
Simone's Tutoring is a premium home-based educational support company providing tutoring, learning support, early intervention, special educational needs support, therapy partnerships, coaching, and holistic wellbeing services across Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Al Ain. We deliver personalised, child-centred services in students' homes, online, and in schools while collaborating with qualified professionals from multiple disciplines.
CompensationEarn 75% commission on all completed and fully paid therapy sessions, intervention programmes, and approved consultation services.
Commission is based on completed appointments that have been paid by the client.
Payments are processed monthly.
Independent contractor position.
Therapists are responsible for maintaining all required professional licences, registrations, insurance, and legal compliance.