01
The schedule
Ask what a normal week actually contains
Request the expected session count, duration mix, breaks, turnover, evening and weekend expectations, cancellation rules, and how quickly a new therapist is ramped up.
- Ask whether gaps are paid
- Clarify required availability
- Discuss physical limits before they become a crisis
02
The money
Translate the offer into a complete pay model
Understand base pay, commission, gratuities, retail expectations, unpaid duties, employee or contractor status, benefits, supplies, and who absorbs discounts or no-shows.
- Get the terms in writing
- Do not compare session price with wages
- Model the weakest month
03
The culture
Notice how the employer handles boundaries
Ask how client misconduct, therapist safety, harassment, injuries, accommodations, complaints, documentation, and requests outside scope are handled.
- A therapist should be able to end a session
- Policies should protect staff and clients
- Training should continue after orientation