Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner - Remote

BetterHelp; Nebraska; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$350 first client bonus

Increased hourly compensation

$650 Health Benefit Stipend

Free access to 390+ CEU courses

Free BetterHelp membership

Job summary

BetterHelp is seeking a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner to provide remote therapy services across the United States. The role requires a Master’s or Doctorate in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or Marriage & Family Therapy, along with a fully independent license. You will enjoy flexible hours, no overhead, and benefits such as a $350 first client bonus and $650 Health Benefit Stipend after 30 hours a week of work. Ideal for experienced therapists seeking autonomy and minimal admin work.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of mental health counseling experience required.
• Must have a fully independent license (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, etc.).
• U.S. residency and reliable internet connection are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services to adults, couples, or teens remotely.
• Manage client relationships and administrative tasks remotely.
• Maintain professional and private workspace for sessions.

Skills

Mental health counseling experience

Ability to provide therapy without supervision

Strong communication skills

Education

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

Job description

Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner - Remote

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

• $350 first client bonus* — Earn when you see your first insurance client within 30 days of applying.
• Increased hourly compensation. 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
• 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
• 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.
• U.S. residency, private workspace, reliable internet, and liability insurance
• 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).