Licensed Professional Counselor (New Compensation & Benefits)

<p><strong>Private practice with no doors and no overhead.</strong></p><p><em>BetterHelp is one of the world’s largest online therapy platforms for mental health professionals who want to focus on client care — not admin or overhead. You provide the expertise. We handle the rest.</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why Join BetterHelp</strong></p><ul><li><strong>New hourly compensation. 33% increase in base compensation when working with insurance clients.</strong></li><li><strong>$650 Health Benefit Stipend: </strong>Eligibility for the Health Benefit Stipend requires a continuous commitment of 30 hours a week</li><li><strong>No insurance headaches. </strong>No clawbacks. No payment delays. We handle everything — you get paid weekly for every session. Ai documentation.</li><li><strong>Increase Caseloads: 70% of clients use insurance, helping you build and sustain a strong caseload.</strong></li><li><strong>$500 first client bonus*</strong> — Earn when you see your first insurance client within 30 days of applying.</li><li><strong>Therapist Perks Program:</strong> Exclusive discounts and perks on clinical tools, professional resources, and wellness benefits.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Additional Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Work from the comfort of home (fully remote)</li><li>Flexible schedule – you set your own hours.</li><li>Free access to <strong>390+ CEU courses</strong></li><li><strong>Free BetterHelp membership</strong> for self-care</li><li>Insurance + cash-pay clients available</li><li>Additional bonuses & incentives for high performers</li><li><strong>Zero overhead:</strong> No fees are collected from the therapist, ever.</li><li>Autonomy over clinical decisions</li><li>Access and connect with our community of over 30,000 therapists.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>We’re Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, Licensed Professional Counselor, or Psychologist / PsyD</li><li>Experienced Mental Health Therapist or Counselor with a passion for helping adults, couples, or teens.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>3+ years of mental health counseling experience</li><li>Master’s or Doctorate in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or Marriage & Family Therapy</li><li>Fully independent license (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, etc.) and can provide therapy without supervision.</li><li>U.S. residency, private workspace, reliable internet, and liability insurance</li><li>A private and professional environment for conducting sessions.</li><li>Excellent written communication.</li><li>Must have professional liability insurance.</li><li>Reliable Internet connection.</li><li>Currently residing in the US.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><em>NOTE: </em></strong><em>Unfortunately, if you are an intern or if you require supervision to provide therapy services, you cannot be a provider on BetterHelp at this time. Also, we are unable to accept substance abuse counselors, school counselors, registered nurses, career counselors, Christian counselors, and business coaches (unless they have an additional license as a mental health counselor).</em> </p><p>*The use of the word “bonus” refers to an incentive provided to independent contractors. It does not imply an employment relationship nor entitle any independent contractors to employee benefits. Bonuses vary state to state and are subject to changes and certain requirements must be met to qualify for bonuses.</p>

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