Licensed Mental Health Counselor

BetterHelp

Licensed Mental Health Counselor at BetterHelp providing remote therapy sessions. Focus on client care and flexibility without overhead costs or administrative tasks.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55 - $70 per hourWebsite

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Hard Skills

mental health counselingtherapyclient care

Soft Skills

independencetime managementwritten communicationpassion for helping

Tools & Technologies

reliable Internet connection

Certifications & Qualifications

LCSWLPCLMFTLMHCLicensed Professional CounselorPsychologistPsyD

Industry Keywords

mental health therapistcounselingMaster’s in CounselingDoctorate in PsychologySocial WorkMarriage & Family Therapyprofessional liability insurance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide therapy to clients through online sessions
Focus on client care and not administrative tasks
Work independently and manage your own schedule
Ensure a private environment for client sessions

Requirements

What you’ll need

LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, Licensed Professional Counselor, or Psychologist / PsyD
Experienced Mental Health Therapist or Counselor with a passion for helping adults, couples, or teens.
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.
A private and professional environment for conducting sessions.
Excellent written communication.
Must have professional liability insurance.
Reliable Internet connection.
Currently residing in the US.

Benefits

Comp & perks

$1,000 first client bonus*
New increased hourly compensation
$650 Health Benefit Stipend
No insurance headaches: No clawbacks. No payment delays.
Increase Caseloads: 70% of clients use insurance
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
Insurance + cash-pay clients available
Additional bonuses & incentives for high performers
Zero overhead: No fees are collected from the therapist
Autonomy over clinical decisions
Access and connect with our community of over 30,000 therapists