Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Remote

BetterHelp; Jersey City (NJ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health stipend

Weekly pay

Remote work

CEU courses

Free membership

Job summary

BetterHelp is a leading online therapy platform that enables licensed mental health professionals to focus on client care from a private home workspace. Therapists earn by session with weekly payments and access 390+ CEU courses.

The role offers flexible scheduling, autonomy over clinical decisions, and a supportive network of over 30,000 therapists. Requires 3+ years of experience and an independent license in the US.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of mental health counseling experience.
• Master's or Doctorate in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or MFT.
• Fully independent license (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, etc.).
• U.S. residency with private workspace and liability insurance.
• Reliable Internet connection and professional environment in the US.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote therapy to adult clients.
• Maintain confidential records and adhere to ethical guidelines.
• Collaborate with clients to set goals and document progress.

Skills

3+ years counseling experience

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Counseling/ Psychology/ Social Work/ 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

• New increased hourly compensation.
• $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. Ai documentation.
• Increase Caseloads: 70% of clients use insurance, helping you build and sustain a strong caseload.
• Therapist Perks Program: Exclusive discounts and perks on clinical tools, professional resources, and wellness benefits.
• $500 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
• 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.

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).