National Clinical Director – Psychotherapy

LifeStance Health

National Clinical Director overseeing enterprise psychotherapy services at LifeStance Health. Collaborating with senior leadership to implement clinical vision and standards across regions.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $165,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive clinical leadership in psychotherapy services, with a strong focus on evidence-based practices, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance. Proven ability to collaborate with executive leadership and manage multi-state clinical operations effectively.

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Active Clinical License10+ Years Clinical ExperienceSenior Clinical Leadership ExperienceEvidence-Based Psychotherapy PracticesRegulatory Compliance Knowledge

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Hard Skills

PsychotherapyQuality AssuranceRisk ManagementAudit PreparationTelehealth ComplianceClinical GovernanceEvidence-Based StandardsTeam Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationLeadershipCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

LCSWLMFTLPCPsyDPhD

Industry Keywords

Clinical OperationsRegulatory ComplianceMulti-State PracticePsychotherapy ServicesQuality Governance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides enterprise-wide clinical leadership for psychotherapy services.
Collaborates with the VP, Clinical Operations, and the Chief Medical Officer to define and execute the national clinical vision.
Establishes evidence-based standards of care, ensuring regulatory compliance.
Oversees quality and risk governance.
Serves as the senior clinical escalation authority for complex clinical matters for psychotherapy.
Partners closely with executive leadership, operations, compliance, revenue cycle, and regional clinical leaders.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active, unrestricted clinical license (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPC, PsyD, PhD) with eligibility for multi-state practice.
Minimum 10+ years of progressive clinical experience in psychotherapy.
5–7+ years of senior clinical leadership experience in a multi-state or national organization.
Deep knowledge of evidence-based psychotherapy practices.
Extensive understanding of regulatory, licensure, supervision, telehealth, and compliance frameworks across multiple states.
Experience leading quality assurance, audit preparation, and risk management initiatives.
Experience managing and supporting a team of regional clinical leaders and their development.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, AD&D, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.
401k retirement savings with employer match
paid parental leave
paid time off
holiday pay
Employee Assistance Program