Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) - Telehealth

Brightside Health; New York (NY); Remote; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightside Health is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Counselor to deliver transformative telehealth therapy. This remote role offers flexibility and a chance to work with diverse populations while using innovative tools and evidence-based practices. Candidates will engage in meaningful work that supports mental health improvements across various demographics. Join a passionate team dedicated to redefining mental health care.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Free CEUs and training

Free malpractice insurance coverage

AI-driven EMR to enhance care

Operational support for billing and IT

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of independent licensure is required.
• 2+ years of recent experience delivering CBT and evidence-based therapy.
• Tech-savvy and enthusiastic about digital solutions in clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver weekly evidence-based virtual therapy sessions via live video.
• Monitor client progress virtually through automated assessments.
• Collaborate with providers for comprehensive care.

Skills

CBT

Evidence-based therapy

Client assessment

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Counseling

Independent clinical license (LMHC, LPC, etc.)

Job description

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) — Remote | Brightside Health

At Brightside Health, we’re redefining remote therapy and telehealth with evidence-based, human-centered mental health care. As a LMHC, you’ll deliver transformative, evidence-based virtual therapy to individuals seeking real change. With our proven care models, 86% of our members experience meaningful improvements within just 12 weeks.

About Brightside: Brightside Health is a tech-enabled healthcare company transforming remote mental health care through evidence-based programs and a full continuum of services, including general therapy, suicide prevention care, and SUD IOP. LMHCs love Brightside for fully remote, flexible schedules, steady referral stream, and exceptional clinical support—including free CEUs, CAMS-care training, and case consult groups. We offer built-in psychoeducation tools, billing and client support, and a collaborative environment.

Role overview: We are seeking passionate, licensed mental health counselors to deliver high-quality telehealth care within our general mental health program. In addition to general care, LMHCs have the opportunity to opt into specialized programs, including our Suicide Prevention Program, Teen Program, and our upcoming Mental Health IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program). If you're committed to evidence-based practices and excited to deliver culturally responsive care to adults or even teens, we'd love to hear from you.

What you’ll do:

• Deliver weekly evidence-based virtual therapy sessions via live video
• Apply the Unified Protocol (UP) framework and CBT to guide treatment
• Monitor client progress virtually through automated assessments and goal-based measures
• Collaborate with psychiatric providers and fellow therapists for comprehensive care
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation through our AI-enhanced EMR
  
  

Why join Brightside?

• Unprecedented impact: Make a real impact with an innovative, mission-driven remote therapy team
• Clinical support: Grow professionally with leadership support and continuous education opportunities, including billing and care coordination support
• Professional growth opportunities: Serve across diverse service lines, including our Suicide Prevention Program and expanding Teen Therapy Program
• Custom-built tools: Be part of a tech-enabled virtual mental health care model and enjoy our streamlined EMR integrated with treatment software, assessment tools, progress monitoring, and AI transcription for seamless documentation
• Collaborative approach: Thrive in a collaborative culture rooted in innovation, inclusivity, and compassion
• Ongoing referrals: Grow your ideal caseload with Brightside’s steady and reliable stream of client referrals
  
  

What we offer:

• 100% remote, flexible 1099 contractor positions
• Create your own schedule (Monday-Sunday, 7am-9pm)
• No on-call work
• Free CEUs and CAMS training for suicide risk treatment
• Dedicated operational support: billing, IT, and insurance assistance
• Free malpractice insurance coverage
• Health insurance recommendations via Stride Health
• AI-driven EMR to streamline documentation and enhance clinical care
• Opportunities to work with our Suicide Prevention and Teen Therapy Programs
  
  

Qualifications:

• Master's or Doctorate in Counseling (MA, MS, MHC, PhD, PsyD)
• Independent clinical license (LMHC, LPC, etc.)
• Minimum 1 year of independent licensure (2+ state licenses a big plus)
• 2+ years of recent experience delivering CBT and evidence-based therapy to adults
• Comfortable treating a diverse range of populations and mental health conditions
• Tech-savvy and enthusiastic about integrating digital solutions into clinical practice
• Experience working with higher-risk populations and/or adolescents preferred
  
  

Apply Today! Shape the future of evidence-based remote mental health care — apply today and make a lasting difference with Brightside Health.

Learn more at: www.brightside.com/careers

We know that diversity fosters innovation, inclusivity, and better care. We are committed to equity and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply, even if your experience isn’t an exact match. Brightside is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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