Location & Practice Overview

This independent practice opportunity is listed under the Yonkers, NY market with a primary focus on virtual care delivery. Providers operate through Headway’s platform in an outpatient behavioral health model that supports both remote sessions and optional in-person work.

Base Location Yonkers, NY (virtual focus)
Practice Type Independent telehealth and hybrid
Care Setting Outpatient mental health
Department Behavioral Health Services

Responsibilities

  • Conduct clinical assessments and deliver evidence-based therapy to clients referred through the platform network.
  • Document sessions using customizable templates and maintain compliance-ready clinical records within the integrated system.
  • Manage a self-directed caseload that can include individual adults, couples, or families according to clinical interests and availability.
  • Utilize the platform’s telehealth video tools and secure messaging for client communication and session delivery.
  • Coordinate care within the bounds of independent practice while relying on automated eligibility checks and claims processes.

Providers retain full clinical autonomy over therapeutic modalities and focus areas while the platform manages operational support.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must meet New York state licensing standards and hold the credentials needed to practice independently through the platform.

Education
Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program
License
Active LCSW license in New York (multi-state eligibility supported via platform)
Credentials
Valid NPI number and current malpractice insurance
Experience
Clinical experience in mental health assessment and therapy preferred
Additional
Comfort with telehealth platforms and electronic documentation

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is structured on an hourly basis tied to sessions delivered, with payments issued on a predictable cycle independent of insurance processing timelines.

  • Hourly rate up to $122
  • Bi-weekly guaranteed payments
  • Free credentialing support with major insurance panels, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid networks
  • Access to 150+ hours of free continuing education through Headway Academy

Schedule & Work Environment

Availability Fully flexible; providers set their own hours
Caseload Part-time or full-time based on personal preference
Work Model Remote telehealth, in-person, or hybrid
Physical Location Requirement No requirement to reside in Yonkers; remote practice supported under the market listing

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Clients are referred through the platform’s insurance network and present with common outpatient behavioral health concerns. Providers build caseloads aligned with their clinical interests.

Primary Population Adults and families seeking therapy
Common Concerns Anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions
Session Formats Individual, couples, and family therapy opportunities
Clinical Approach Emphasis on evidence-based therapeutic methods

About Headway

Headway is a New York City-based mental health technology company founded in 2019. It operates a platform that connects licensed therapists and psychiatrists with patients covered by insurance plans, handling credentialing, claims submission, billing, and payments so independent providers can focus on clinical work. The company partners with more than 100 health plans and supports a nationwide network of licensed providers offering virtual and in-person care.

Headquarters New York, NY
Founded 2019
Network Scale Tens of thousands of licensed mental health providers
Insurance Reach Partnerships with over 100 health plans

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does credentialing typically take before seeing clients?
Most providers complete credentialing in about 30 days and begin receiving referrals within 2–4 weeks after finishing the process.
Is active malpractice insurance required before joining?
Yes. Active malpractice insurance is required. Many providers continue using their existing policy.
Can I expand to additional states after starting in New York?
The platform supports additional state credentials if you hold or obtain licenses in other states and wish to broaden your practice reach.
What tools are included for documentation and sessions?
Headway supplies a HIPAA-compliant telehealth video platform, secure messaging, customizable therapy note templates, automated eligibility verification, claims submission, and a scheduling calendar with client self-booking.
Do I need prior private practice experience to join?
Prior private practice experience is not required. The platform is designed for clinicians launching or expanding an independent insurance-based practice, provided licensing and credential requirements are met.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Yonkers, NY

This independent LCSW role centers on delivering outpatient psychotherapy through a technology-supported platform that removes most insurance administration. Providers licensed in New York can practice primarily via telehealth under the Yonkers market listing or incorporate in-person sessions as preferred. Clinical work focuses on adults and families addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and transitional stressors, with full autonomy over modality selection and caseload composition. The arrangement suits clinicians who want predictable bi-weekly payment tied to sessions delivered while avoiding traditional billing and panel enrollment burdens. Platform tools cover video sessions, documentation, eligibility checks, and claims, allowing the LCSW to concentrate on direct client care within a flexible schedule structure.

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Submit your application for Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) at Headway.

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