📍 Location & Practice Overview
- Base location: Sacramento, CA (Remote)
- Department: Behavioral Health
- Practice type: Independent Private Practice
- Care setting: Telehealth
- Patient population: Adults and adolescents seeking outpatient mental health support
📋 Clinical Responsibilities in Telehealth Counseling
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments via secure video platform
- Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to client goals and needs
- Provide ongoing psychotherapy and counseling sessions remotely
- Document clinical notes efficiently within the built-in EHR system
- Coordinate care with other providers when clinically indicated
- Maintain ethical standards and timely client communication
✅ Qualifications & Licensure
Education
Master’s degree or higher in counseling or related field
License
Active LMHC, LPCMH, or LIMHP (state-specific acceptance)
Certification
Valid NPI number required
Experience
Post-licensure clinical experience preferred
Insurance
Active malpractice insurance
Additional
Comfort with telehealth delivery and documentation
🩺 Telehealth Platform & Practice Tools
- Secure video platform designed specifically for behavioral health
- Integrated EHR with real-time scheduling and documentation templates
- Built-in clinical assessments and outcome tracking
- Secure client messaging and progress note automation
- Insurance verification tools integrated into workflow
- Access to continuing education library through Headway Academy
📄 Insurance Credentialing & Onboarding
- Free credentialing support across multiple insurance plans
- Typical timeline: as little as 30 days for approved providers
- Support for Medicare Advantage and Medicaid networks
- Guidance on state-specific licensing considerations
- Ongoing compliance and audit resources provided
- Flexible start dates once credentialed
💰 Practice Earnings & Payment Structure
- Competitive reimbursement rates up to $117.73 per hour
- Access to higher contracted rates through nationwide network
- Bi-weekly direct deposit payments
- Predictable revenue from insured client panels
- No platform fees for providers
- Opportunity to scale caseload based on availability
🏥 Client Focus & Clinical Variety
Providers on the Headway platform work with a diverse mix of clients who use their insurance benefits for mental health care. This includes individuals managing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and other common behavioral health concerns.
- Primarily outpatient telehealth clients across various age groups
- Opportunities to build specialty focus areas
- Support for clients who might otherwise face financial barriers to care
🎓 Professional Development & CE Opportunities
- Complimentary continuing education courses via Headway Academy
- Access to clinical resources and best practice updates
- Flexibility to pursue areas of clinical interest
- Support for maintaining licensure requirements
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be licensed in California specifically?
Headway supports providers based on state-by-state rules. You must hold a valid license recognized in the states where you wish to practice.
How long does credentialing typically take?
Many providers are able to begin seeing clients within 30 days, though timelines vary by insurance panel and state.
Is there a minimum caseload requirement?
No. You control your schedule and caseload size based on your availability and goals.
What type of support is available for documentation?
The platform includes built-in templates, assessments, and secure messaging to streamline clinical documentation.
Can I maintain my existing private pay clients?
Yes. Headway is designed to supplement your practice without restricting your current clients.
Is malpractice insurance required upfront?
Yes, you must carry active malpractice insurance to join the network.
🌐 Remote Practice Environment & Multi-State Opportunities
Working remotely through Headway allows Licensed Mental Health Counselors to deliver care from anywhere with a reliable internet connection while reaching clients who value convenient telehealth options. This model supports greater work-life balance and the ability to serve individuals across approved states without daily commuting.
Sacramento-area providers often appreciate the flexibility of remote work while staying connected to California’s strong behavioral health community and resources.
🔗 Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Remote) – Sacramento, CA
This remote Licensed Mental Health Counselor position with Headway offers qualified LMHC professionals in the Sacramento region the opportunity to build or expand a private practice focused on insurance-based care. The role centers on delivering outpatient mental health services through a supportive telehealth platform that handles much of the administrative burden. Providers maintain clinical autonomy while gaining access to credentialing support, consistent payments, and tools designed specifically for behavioral health practices. Ideal candidates are fully licensed counselors seeking a flexible way to increase their reach and serve more clients who rely on insurance coverage for therapy. This arrangement works well for experienced practitioners who value independence combined with reliable operational support.
🚀 Apply for This Position
Complete application for Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Remote) at Headway.