Part Time Licensed Talk Therapist - Fee For Service

Thriveworks Clinical - California, P.C.; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly pay

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

CEU reimbursement

Clinical supervisor opportunities

Job summary

Thriveworks in San Diego, CA seeks licensed clinicians to provide a mix of telehealth and face-to-face sessions. You will serve diverse clients, maintain quality care, and collaborate with a clinical community across the country.

Qualified candidates are independently licensed in California (LPCC, LMFT, LCSW, PhD), available for 15+ sessions weekly, and comfortable using telehealth platforms and EHR tools. Competitive compensation and comprehensive support are offered.

Qualifications

• Independently licensed and living in California — LPCC, LMFT, LCSW, PhD (Licensed Psychologist).
• Minimum 15 sessions with 20 hours weekly availability.
• Behavioral health generalist open to couples and children.
• Comfortable using telehealth and modern clinical technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based mental health care to clients via telehealth and in-person sessions.
• Maintain client progress and collaborate with the clinical team.
• Navigate scheduling, documentation, and treatment planning with EFT/EMR tools.

Skills

Licensed status

Telehealth

EHR tools

Client-centered care

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Thriveworks is currently seeking Licensed Clinicians to provide a mix of telehealth and face-to-face sessions in San Diego, California.

About the job Thriveworks is a mental health care company founded by clinicians in 2008 and still led by them today. With 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model, we serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and we're growing. In addition to working directly with clients, we partner with health systems and primary care providers because we believe mental health is inseparable from physical health. As a clinician-led organization, we're built to support the people who do this work with the tools, community, and stability you need to build a career that lasts.

About the Role

We’re hiring licensed clinicians to provide compassionate, evidence‑based care to our more than 175,000 clients across the country.

You may be a good fit for this role if you’re:

• Independently licensed and living in California — LPCC, LMFT, LCSW, PhD (Licensed Psychologist)
• Consistently available to clients for a minimum of 15 sessions with 20 hours of availability weekly
• A behavioral health generalist who is open to treating a variety of clients, including couples and children
• Invested in helping your clients achieve measurable progress
• Confident working with modern clinical technology, including telehealth and EHR tools
• A good teammate — we’re building a clinical community and value positive contributors

Compensation

Up to $62,000 based on licensure type, session volume, and bonus opportunities.

How We Support You

We handle the administrative work so you can focus on what you do best: providing exceptional care. That means credentialing, billing, scheduling, and marketing support taken care of for you, plus paid orientation and training to get you started. You'll build a full caseload within 90 days of credentialing, with flexible scheduling available seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET.

Benefits

• Guaranteed bi‑weekly pay for completed sessions
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid time off
• CEU reimbursement and free in‑house training
• Opportunities for paid clinical supervisor roles in select states

Our Community

Being a clinician can feel isolating, especially in a telehealth world. We're built to make sure it doesn't. You'll have access to live clinical support, monthly case consultations, and a vibrant online and in‑person community of more than 2,700 licensed providers. All clinical leadership is promoted from within, so the people supporting you have been exactly where you are.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Thriveworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our people are our most valuable assets. We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We encourage and welcome diverse candidates to apply for any position you are qualified for to bring your unique perspective to our team.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, either now or in the future.

You can contact [e-mail] with any questions or concerns.

We work to create a supportive, enjoyable environment that therapists, counselors, psychologists, clinical supervisors, and clinicians seeking supervision for licensure never want to leave. As a result, our clinical team members build long‑standing careers at Thriveworks and lasting relationships with clients.