Licensed Clinical Social Worker- Remote

BetterHelp; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefit Stipend

Flexible schedule

Free access to CEU courses

Free BetterHelp membership

Additional bonuses & incentives

Zero overhead

Job summary

BetterHelp, one of the largest online therapy platforms, is seeking independent licensed therapists to provide mental health counseling remotely. The role offers increased compensation, including a $650 health benefit stipend and bonuses for new clients. With full autonomy over clinical decisions, therapists can set their own hours and work from home. To qualify, applicants must have 3+ years of experience and a relevant master's or doctoral degree. Join BetterHelp to focus on client care without administrative burdens.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of mental health counseling experience required.
• Fully independent license (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, etc.) and ability to provide therapy without supervision.
• Must have reliable internet connection and professional liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy sessions remotely to clients.
• Focus on client care and manage clinical decisions independently.
• Build and sustain a strong caseload through insurance clients.

Skills

Mental health counseling

Client care focus

Strong communication

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or Marriage & Family Therapy

Job description

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 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.
• $350 first client bonus: Earn more when you see your first insurance client within 30 days of applying.

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.

• 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.
• 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.