Location & Practice Overview

Practice Type Outpatient behavioral health via telehealth
Care Setting Fully virtual for California patients
Service Area Patients located in California
Position Structure 1099 independent contractor
Geographic Focus San Diego-based listing with statewide remote coverage

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive initial clinical assessments and psychological evaluations, including relevant history and safety-risk screening.
  • Provide individual psychotherapy through secure telehealth visits using evidence-based approaches matched to patient needs.
  • Develop and update individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient goals.
  • Monitor treatment response, adjust approaches as needed, and identify situations requiring higher levels of care or additional evaluation.
  • Coordinate care with other behavioral health or medical professionals when clinically appropriate and authorized.
  • Maintain accurate, complete, and timely clinical documentation for each encounter, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold an active California psychologist license and a doctoral degree from an accredited program, along with demonstrated clinical experience in adult outpatient psychotherapy and assessment.

Education
Doctoral degree in Psychology from an appropriately accredited program
Licensure
Active, unrestricted California psychologist license for independent practice
Experience
Clinical experience providing psychotherapy to adults and conducting behavioral health assessments
Technical Requirements
Reliable high-speed internet and a private, professional environment suitable for confidential video sessions
Preferred Background
Prior telehealth experience; experience with anxiety, depression, trauma-related conditions, or diverse adult outpatient caseloads

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation varies with clinical experience, appointment mix, patient volume, and specific contractor terms. This is a 1099 independent-contractor arrangement rather than traditional W-2 employment.

  • Hourly rate range of $95–$130 depending on experience and case mix
  • 1099 independent-contractor structure with flexibility to balance multiple professional commitments
  • Traditional employee benefits such as employer-sponsored health insurance and paid time off are not automatically included
  • Malpractice coverage, administrative support, or credentialing assistance, if available, depend on the applicable engagement terms

Schedule & Work Environment

Schedule Structure Flexible telehealth schedule; clinician sets available appointment blocks based on professional availability and patient demand
Work Location Fully remote; private workspace required for confidential video sessions
Call Expectations No routine overnight, inpatient, or hospital call responsibilities
Daily Workflow Scheduled virtual visits with time allocated for preparation, documentation, treatment planning, and follow-up

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The role serves primarily adult outpatient behavioral health patients seeking psychological treatment for common concerns in a non-inpatient setting. Care is delivered through scheduled secure telehealth visits within an outpatient model that emphasizes independent clinical judgment, patient-centered treatment planning, and timely documentation.

Age Group Primarily adults
Common Concerns Anxiety, depression, stress, adjustment difficulties, trauma-related symptoms, mood concerns, work and relationship stress
Acuity Level Outpatient conditions appropriate for psychological treatment
Care Delivery Model Fully virtual outpatient psychotherapy and assessment
Scope Boundaries Patients needing emergency intervention or higher-level care are directed to appropriate services

About Headway

Headway operates a software platform that connects licensed mental health providers with patients seeking insurance-covered care. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in New York, the company supports a national network of therapists and psychiatrists by handling insurance credentialing, claims, billing, and related administrative processes so clinicians can focus on clinical work. Providers practice independently under 1099 arrangements while using Headway’s tools for telehealth, documentation, and scheduling.

Organization Focus Outpatient behavioral health and telehealth services through an insurance-enabled provider network
Care Model Fully virtual clinical encounters with integrated platform support
Clinician Arrangement 1099 independent contractor
Network Scale Tens of thousands of credentialed mental health providers across the United States

Frequently Asked Questions

Is prior telehealth experience required?
Previous telehealth experience is preferred but not required if the psychologist is otherwise qualified and comfortable providing clinical services through a virtual care model.
Does this role involve hospital or inpatient responsibilities?
No. The position is limited to outpatient telehealth services. There are no routine hospital, inpatient, overnight, or on-call duties associated with this engagement.
How is compensation determined under the 1099 arrangement?
The hourly rate falls within the stated $95–$130 range and is influenced by clinical experience, the mix of appointment types, patient volume, and the specific terms of the independent contractor agreement. Exact details should be confirmed directly with Headway.
What documentation is expected for each encounter?
Clinicians are expected to complete accurate, timely electronic records that include clinical assessments, individualized treatment plans, and progress notes for every patient encounter.
Are traditional employee benefits included?
As a 1099 independent contractor role, employer-sponsored benefits such as health insurance and paid time off are not automatically provided. Any available support for malpractice coverage or credentialing depends on the specific contractor terms.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist (Virtual) in San Diego, CA

California-licensed clinical psychologists can deliver outpatient psychotherapy and comprehensive assessments entirely through secure telehealth for adult patients across the state. This 1099 independent-contractor role with Headway centers on evidence-based individual therapy, treatment planning, and clinical documentation for common concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, and adjustment difficulties. Clinicians set their own appointment availability from a private professional workspace, without hospital call or in-person clinic requirements. The arrangement supports independent clinical judgment within California scope while focusing on outpatient behavioral health rather than inpatient or emergency services. Compensation falls in the $95–$130 per hour range depending on experience, appointment mix, and contractor terms. The position suits psychologists seeking a flexible remote caseload that emphasizes virtual care delivery and professional autonomy.

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