Mental Health Therapist - Illinois (Part-Time)

Two Chairs; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 72,324 - 93,676; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness and professional development stipend

Paid sick time

Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan

Malpractice insurance provided

Job summary

A mental health organization is seeking licensed therapists to provide remote evidence-based therapy to adult clients. Candidates must hold relevant Illinois licenses and have at least two years of clinical experience. The role involves maintaining a manageable caseload and collaborating with other mental health professionals when necessary. Additional professional growth support is offered. This is an opportunity to be part of a recognized company dedicated to advancing mental health care.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Illinois as LCSW, LMFT, LCPC, or PhD/PsyD.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with adults (18+).
• At least 6 months of teletherapy experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based therapy to adult clients.
• Maintain a caseload of 7-20 therapy sessions weekly.
• Collaborate with mental health providers when necessary.

Job description

Overview

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 and 2025 Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Healthcare.

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 you don\'t think they meet some expectations of the role.

Why Choose Two Chairs?

• Consistent Pay: Earn an hourly rate based on place of residence: $68 for Chicago and $52.50 for other Illinois state residents. If based, out-of-state, hourly rates will range between $52.50 - $70.
• Balanced Caseloads and Schedules: Select a caseload of 7-20 clients per week with session hours from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday.
• Support for Wellness & Professional Growth:We provide a wellness and professional development stipend (up to $300 annually), case consultation, free CE credits through monthly APA-accredited courses, 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
  • Merit-based raises – Be recognized and rewarded for your contributions
  • Retirement benefits – Access an employer-sponsored 401(k) plan
  • Malpractice insurance provided – Full coverage at no cost to you

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 7-20 attended ongoing therapy and consult sessions per week
• Use data to drive effective treatment and adjust your approach based on client progress
• 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 Illinois as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Licensed Psychologist (PhD or PsyD)
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience with adults (18+)
• At least six months of teletherapy experience
• Available for 8-24 hours per week, with 85% of time in client sessions
• Available during regular business hours for a minimum of 1 hour per week during the first 4 weeks for training, followed by 30 minutes per month for ongoing support
• Proficient with clinical assessments (e.g., PHQ-9) for tracking client progress
• Willingness to be trained in clinical assessment, differential diagnosis, and DSM-5 criteria for diagnostic evaluation
• Experience utilizing an electronic health/medical record system to document progress notes, treatment plans, etc.
• Must be licensed and in good standing with your governing licensing board

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 Managers
• Offer:If all goes well, you’ll receive an offer to join our team!
• Expected Interview Timeline:The entire process typically takes 2 weeks
• 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