Mental Health Therapist - CA

Two Chairs; Lancaster (CA); Remote; USD 59,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking mental health organization in California is seeking a licensed clinician to deliver remote therapy to adult clients. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of clinical experience, familiarity with evidence-based modalities, and be available for flexible session hours. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and supports professional growth with generous benefits, including wellness stipends and comprehensive health coverage.

Benefits

Paid sick time

Paid parental leave

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Annual wellness stipend of $1,000

Qualifications

• Licensed in California and in good standing with your governing board.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience with adult clients.
• Available for session hours from 8am to 9pm PST, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Deliver remote therapy using evidence-based modalities to adult clients.
• Maintain a weekly caseload of approximately 25 sessions.
• Participate in case consultations and wellness groups.

Skills

Teletherapy experience

Clinical assessment proficiency

Collaboration with mental health providers

Evidence-based therapy modalities

Education

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

Licensed Psychologist (PhD or PsyD)

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

Two Chairs is building a new kind of mental health system based on the idea that the status quo isn’t good enough. Industry-best clinician experiences, better client outcomes, groundbreaking innovation, and access to the highest quality care are how we’ll raise the bar for the entire industry. With that, we're excited and honored to have been recognized as a 2025 Great Place to Work , 2024 Fortune Best Workplaces in the Bay Area , and 2024 Inc.’s Best in Business

One of our company values is "Embrace Differences" and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are the principles guiding how we build our business and teams. We encourage interested candidates from all backgrounds to apply even if they don't think they meet some expectations of the role.

Why Choose Two Chairs?

• Consistent Pay: Get paid semi-monthly, with an annual salary ranging between $59,500 and $113,735.
• Balanced Caseloads and Tailored Schedules: Work a 45-hour week (including a daily lunch break), with an average caseload of 25 attended sessions and support for cancellations and documentation time. Session hours are available from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. PST, Monday through Friday.
• Support for Wellness & Professional Growth: We provide a wellness and productivity stipend ($1,000 annually), a one-time $200 remote work stipend, free CE credits through monthly APA-accredited courses, consultation opportunities, Psych Hub membership, and wellness events to support your growth.

Additional W-2 advantages you won’t find with 1099 contract work:

• No tax headaches – We handle withholdings and filings, so you don’t have to
• Earn paid sick time – Accrue up to 80 hours per year
• Malpractice insurance provided – Full coverage at no cost to you
• Paid for more than just sessions – Get paid for documentation, no-shows, and late cancellations (within 48 hours)
• Retirement benefits – Access an employer-sponsored 401(k) plan
• Merit-based raises – Be recognized and rewarded for your contributions

About the Role

• Deliver remote, evidence-based therapy to adult clients (18+), practicing modalities like CBT, DBT, ACT, MBCT, TLDP, IPT, EFT, and MI
• Maintain a caseload of ~25 attended sessions per week (schedule approx. 29 to account for cancellations)
• Facilitate client consult appointments as needed
• Maintain progress notes and documentation in compliance with HIPAA and state regulations
• Use data to drive effective treatment and adjust your approach based on client progress
• Participate in weekly case consultation, monthly wellness groups and professional development
• Collaborate with other mental health providers as needed and refer clients when appropriate
• Maintain progress notes and documentation in compliance with HIPAA and state regulations

Requirements

• Licensed in California as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Psychologist (PhD or PsyD)
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience with adults (18+)
• At least six months of teletherapy experience
• Available for session hours from 8am to 9pm PST, Monday through Friday
• Proficient with clinical assessments (e.g., PHQ-9) for tracking client progress
• Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Must be licensed and in good standing with your governing licensing board

Compensation The salary range for this full-time, exempt role is $59,500 and $113,735. Annual base salary is determined by place of residence, years of licensure, and level (Clinician, Clinician II) as assessed during interviews.

Additional earning opportunities in support of higher caseloads are available.

• Zone 1 / New York City and San Francisco | $78,795 - $113,735
  New hires can reasonably expect an offer between $78,795 and $98,900
• Zone 2 / Portland, Boston, Chicago, Washington DC, New Jersey, Washington, all other CA locations | $72,675 - $104,190
  New hires can reasonably expect an offer between $72,675 and $90,600
• Zone 3 / Miami, Philadelphia, Denver, Austin, Dallas, Houston | $62,135 - $92,345
  New hires can reasonably expect an offer between $62,135 and $80,300
• Zone 4 / All other locations | $59,500 - $88,895
  New hires can reasonably expect an offer between $59,500 and $77,300

Perks and benefits:

• Paid time off, including nine paid holidays and an additional Winter Office Closure from Christmas Day (Observed) through New Year's Day
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) Retirement savings options
• One-time $200 Work from Home reimbursement
• Annual $1,000 Productivity & Wellness Stipend to support your personal and professional goals
• Free CE credits through monthly APA-accredited courses and a Psych Hub membership
• Annual $500 subsidized company contribution to your healthcare FSA or HSA
• Paid parental leave
• Dedicated Clinical Care team for client requests, tech support, and on-the-job learning
• Full malpractice insurance coverage and licensure fee reimbursement

What to Expect: Our Interview Process

• Application Review: We’ll promptly review your application to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications
• Recruiter Interview: 45-minute phone interview with one of our Clinical Recruiters
• Clinical Interview: 45-minute video interview with one of our Clinical Leaders
• Reference Check: If your interviews proceed successfully, we will initiate a reference check
• Offer: If all goes well, you’ll receive an offer to join our team! Expected Interview Timeline: The entire process typically takes 2 weeks

Important Notes:

• • Pre-licensed Clinicians: We would be happy to speak with you if you are within 60 days of your licensing exam. However, we only hire Associates within 30 days of their exam date.
  • Please stay alert for job scams: All communication will come from official Two Chairs email domains (@twochairs.com or @twochairscareers.com). See tips from the FTC to avoid job scams: https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news/ftc-offers-tips-on-avoiding-job-scams-041321.html

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