📍 Location & Practice Overview
- Base location: San Diego, CA
- Department: Outpatient Mental Health
- Practice type: Private Practice Support
- Care setting: Telehealth / Virtual
- Patient population: Individuals, Couples, and Families
📋 Job Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality outpatient therapy services to individuals, couples, and families via telehealth.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and monitor client progress.
- Deliver evidence-based interventions focused on relationship dynamics, family systems, and mental health concerns.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the provided EHR system.
- Collaborate with other providers and support seamless insurance billing through the Headway platform.
- Participate in optional continuing education through Headway Academy to maintain professional growth.
✅ Requirements
Education
Master’s degree or higher in Marriage and Family Therapy or related field.
Board Certification
Active LMFT licensure (LMFT, LMFTS, or LCMFT accepted on a state-by-state basis).
License
Valid California LMFT license and NPI number required.
Experience
Post-licensure clinical experience preferred; new fully-licensed providers welcome.
DEA
Not required.
Additional
Current malpractice insurance and willingness to accept insurance panels via Headway.
⏱ Schedule & Work Environment
- Schedule: Flexible, self-determined hours to support work-life balance.
- Call Requirement: None.
- Patient Volume: Self-managed based on availability and caseload preferences.
- Visit Length: Standard 45-60 minute therapy sessions.
- EMR System: Headway built-in EHR with documentation templates and telehealth integration.
- Remote Option: Fully virtual / telehealth from anywhere in California.
💰 Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: Up to $117.73 per hour.
- Performance Incentives: Not specified by employer.
- Health, Dental, and Vision coverage options through personal plans.
- Free credentialing support for multiple insurance panels including Medicare Advantage and Medicaid.
- Bi-weekly direct deposit payments with predictable scheduling.
- Complimentary continuing education through Headway Academy.
- Built-in practice management tools at no cost.
- Malpractice insurance required (provider responsibility).
⭐ Why Join Us
- Grow or launch your private practice with full insurance credentialing support.
- Access a wide network of insured clients seeking care through major payers.
- Enjoy administrative freedom with powerful EHR and billing tools.
- Focus on clinical work while Headway handles credentialing and compliance.
- Benefit from a flexible virtual model ideal for San Diego-area providers.
📝 Hiring Process
❓ FAQ
Is this a fully remote position?
Yes, this is a virtual telehealth role allowing you to see clients from anywhere in California while maintaining your San Diego area presence.
What licensure is required for this LMFT role?
You must hold a full active California LMFT license, valid NPI, and malpractice insurance. Headway supports fully licensed providers only.
How does compensation work with Headway?
Providers set their own rates within network guidelines, with potential earnings up to $117.73 per hour depending on sessions and payer mix. Payments are issued bi-weekly.
Do I need prior insurance panel experience?
No. Headway provides full credentialing support at no cost, allowing you to begin seeing insured clients quickly, often within 30 days.
What is the expected caseload?
Caseload is flexible and determined by your availability. You control your schedule and number of clients to fit your practice goals.
Is there a minimum commitment period?
No long-term commitment is required. The platform is free to use with no obligations, allowing you to grow your practice at your own pace.
💼 Career Opportunities
San Diego continues to experience strong demand for licensed mental health professionals, particularly those trained in marriage and family therapy. With growing awareness of mental health needs and expanded insurance coverage, LMFTs have excellent opportunities to build thriving virtual practices. Headway's platform enables rapid entry into insurance networks, helping providers reach more clients while maintaining schedule flexibility. This role offers stability in the expanding telehealth sector, opportunities for professional development through free CEUs, and the autonomy of private practice with reduced administrative burden. Career advancement may include expanding your caseload, specializing in niche areas such as couples therapy or family systems, or taking on supervisory roles as your practice matures.
🔗 Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist – San Diego, CA
Join Headway as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in San Diego, California. This flexible virtual opportunity allows fully licensed LMFTs to expand their private practice by accepting major insurance plans with ease. Earn up to $117.73 per hour while enjoying full control over your schedule and access to built-in EHR, telehealth tools, and credentialing support. Ideal for therapists seeking to grow their caseload with insured clients in the San Diego area without the burden of administrative tasks. Headway streamlines insurance panels, billing, and compliance so you can focus on delivering exceptional care to individuals, couples, and families. Perfect for both new private practice owners and experienced clinicians looking to increase earnings and client access in California's vibrant mental health market.
🚀 Apply for This Position
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