Mental Health Therapist, LCSW, LPCC, LMFT – Telehealth

Daybreak Health

Mental Health Therapist providing teletherapy to students ages 11–24 in California. Licensed professionals can choose between W-2 employment with benefits or 1099 contractor roles.

Posted 4/25/2026contractRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide evidence-based individual teletherapy to students ages 11–24 with mild-to-moderate mental health conditions
Build trusted relationships with youth and families
Provide psychoeducation to parents/caregivers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Licensed Professional with LCSW, LPCC, or LMFT credentials in the State of California
Experience diagnosing, treatment planning, and working with youth and families in clinical or school settings
Strong telehealth skills and reliable high-speed Internet connection
Commitment to culturally responsive care and equity

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Compensation (W-2: $55,000–$115,000 annual, 1099: $70–$85 per session)
Flexible Schedule: Set your hours Monday–Friday (3-8 PM) with optional weekends (9am-5pm)
W2 Caseload Commitment: W-2 clinicians carry a caseload of 25 weekly slots with a target of 17 completed sessions per week
Full Benefits (W-2): Medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, CEUs, supervisor support
Contract Perks (1099): Low weekly caseload minimum (5 sessions), CEUs, bilingual pay, cross-license bonuses
Administrative support: consistent referrals, billing, credentialing, and scheduling
Fully Remote Role: Work from anywhere in the US with a reliable Internet connection
Professional Development: CE credits, malpractice insurance, and ongoing training opportunities
Supportive Clinical Community: Peer consultation, collaborative network, and team discussions

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Hard Skills & Tools

teletherapydiagnosingtreatment planningpsychoeducation

Soft Skills

building trusted relationshipsculturally responsive carecommitment to equity

Certifications

LCSWLPCCLMFT