📍 Location & Practice Overview
- Base location: Remote serving New York City, NY and surrounding areas
- Department: Outpatient Behavioral Health
- Practice type: Independent Telehealth Practice
- Care setting: Virtual / Telehealth
- Patient population: Adolescents and adults seeking mental health support
📋 Clinical Responsibilities in Telehealth Practice
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments via secure video platforms
- Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to client goals and needs
- Provide ongoing psychotherapy and counseling sessions
- Document clinical notes efficiently within the integrated EHR system
- Coordinate care with other providers when clinically indicated
- Monitor client progress and adjust interventions as needed
✅ Qualifications & Licensure
Education
Master’s degree or higher in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or related field
License
Fully licensed in New York as LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent (state-specific acceptances apply)
Experience
Clinical experience providing therapy; independent practice readiness preferred
Additional
Valid NPI number and professional malpractice insurance required
🖥 Telehealth Platform & Practice Tools
- Integrated HIPAA-compliant video platform for secure sessions
- Built-in EHR with scheduling, documentation templates, and assessments
- Real-time client messaging and secure file sharing
- Automated insurance verification and claims support
- Access to clinical resources and assessment libraries
📋 Insurance Credentialing Support
- Free credentialing assistance with major insurance plans
- Typical timeline: as little as 30 days for multiple payers
- Support for Medicare Advantage and Medicaid networks
- Ongoing compliance guidance and audit resources
- Dedicated team to handle administrative steps
🧠 Clinical Focus & Client Needs
Therapists on the Headway platform work with a diverse range of clients who benefit from accessible virtual care. Common presenting concerns include anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and stress management. You will have the flexibility to build a caseload aligned with your clinical interests and expertise while helping individuals who might otherwise face barriers to consistent therapy.
🎓 Professional Growth & Continuing Education
- Free access to Headway Academy courses and CEUs
- Resources for maintaining licensure requirements
- Opportunities to expand clinical specialties
- Peer consultation and practice management guidance
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be fully licensed to apply?
Yes, this opportunity is for fully licensed mental health professionals only. Incomplete licensure applications will not be accepted at this time.
How does the insurance credentialing process work?
Headway handles the process for you at no cost. Many providers are able to begin seeing insured clients within 30 days.
What is the expected client volume?
You set your own availability and caseload. Many providers build their practice gradually while maintaining work-life balance.
Is malpractice insurance required?
Yes, you must carry your own professional liability insurance.
Can I choose my own schedule?
Yes, you determine your availability and session hours as an independent provider on the platform.
What types of clients will I see?
Clients come through insurance networks with a variety of mental health needs. You can indicate preferences during onboarding.
📈 Building Your Independent Practice
Many therapists use Headway to establish or expand a sustainable private practice without the overhead of traditional office management. The platform removes administrative barriers, allowing you to focus on clinical work while accessing a steady stream of insured clients. This model supports long-term professional autonomy and practice stability.
🔗 Licensed Mental Health Therapist – New York City, NY
This remote Licensed Mental Health Therapist position with Headway offers qualified clinicians in the New York City area the opportunity to deliver high-quality virtual care through a supportive platform designed specifically for independent providers. Working at the master’s level or above, you will provide therapy to clients navigating a range of mental health concerns while benefiting from streamlined insurance participation, reliable payment processing, and integrated practice management tools. Headway’s network connects therapists with individuals who rely on insurance coverage, addressing important gaps in behavioral healthcare access across the region. The role emphasizes clinical autonomy balanced with practical support for documentation, scheduling, and compliance. Therapists who value flexibility and meaningful patient impact often find this model allows them to build rewarding practices that align with both professional goals and personal lifestyle needs.
🚀 Apply for This Position
Complete application for Licensed Mental Health Therapist at Headway.