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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

RemoteRemoteContract$55,000–$70,000 /yrPosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • LCSW
  • LPC
  • LMFT
  • LMHC
  • Psychologist
  • PsyD
  • Licensed Professional Counselor
  • Doctorate
  • independent license
  • 3+ years experience

Nice to have

  • CEU courses
  • insurance clients
  • cash-pay clients

Role summary

BetterHelp is seeking licensed mental health professionals (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, Psychologist/PsyD) to join their online therapy platform. This independent contractor role offers the flexibility to work from home with a self-set schedule, focusing on client care without administrative burdens. Therapists can earn an average of $55-$70 per hour for live sessions, with potential for increased compensation for insurance clients. Benefits include a health stipend for those committing 30 hours/week, free CEU courses, and zero overhead costs. Requirements include 3+ years of experience, a Master's or Doctorate degree, a fully independent license, and a private, professional environment for remote sessions.

Private practice with no doors and no overhead.

BetterHelp is one of the world’s largest online therapy platforms for mental health professionals who want to focus on client care — not admin or overhead. You provide the expertise. We handle the rest.

Why Join BetterHelp

  • Increased compensation: Therapists earn an average of $55–$70 per hour for live sessions (must be licensed in NY, IN, MD, DC, or KY).
  • Competitive hourly compensation with an estimated range between $43 to $59 per hour for live sessions*
  • Therapists can now earn up to 33% more per session for insurance clients.
  • $650 Health Benefit Stipend: Eligibility for the Health Benefit Stipend requires a continuous commitment of 30 hours a week
  • No insurance headaches. No clawbacks. No payment delays. We handle everything — you get paid weekly for every session.
  • Increase Caseloads: 70% of clients use insurance, helping you build and sustain a strong caseload.

    • Additional Benefits

  • Work from the comfort of home (fully remote)
  • Flexible schedule – you set your own hours.
  • Free access to 390+ CEU courses
  • Free BetterHelp membership for self-care
  • Insurance + cash-pay clients available
  • Additional bonuses & incentives for high performers
  • Zero overhead: No fees are collected from the therapist, ever.
  • Autonomy over clinical decisions
  • Access and connect with our community of over 30,000 therapists

    • *Independent contractor role. Actual earnings and bonus opportunities vary based on caseload, engagement, and location. Apply today to learn more.

    We’re Looking For
  • LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, Licensed Professional Counselor, or Psychologist / PsyD
  • Experienced Mental Health Therapist or Counselor with a passion for helping adults, couples, or teens.

    • Requirements:

  • 3+ years of mental health counseling experience
  • Master’s or Doctorate in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or Marriage & Family Therapy
  • Fully independent license (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, etc.) and can provide therapy without supervision.
  • A private and professional environment for conducting sessions.
  • Excellent written communication.
  • Must have professional liability insurance.
  • Reliable Internet connection.
  • Currently residing in the US.

    • NOTE: Unfortunately, if you are an intern or if you require supervision to provide therapy services, you cannot be a provider on BetterHelp at this time. Also, we are unable to accept substance abuse counselors, school counselors, registered nurses, career counselors, Christian counselors, and business coaches (unless they have an additional license as a mental health counselor). Experience counseling adults, couples, and/or teens.

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