Licensed Professional Counselor

📍 Location & Practice Overview

• Base location: Yonkers, NY
• Department: Outpatient Behavioral Health
• Practice type: Independent Provider Network
• Care setting: Telehealth with optional in-person
• Patient population: Adolescents and adults

📋 Clinical Counseling Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive intake assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide evidence-based therapy sessions addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation within the platform
• Collaborate with clients on goal setting and progress monitoring
• Coordinate care with other providers when clinically indicated
• Participate in regular case consultation and peer support opportunities

✅ Qualifications & Licensure

⏱ Schedule & Clinical Workflow

• Schedule: Flexible, self-determined hours
• Call Requirement: None
• Patient Volume: Self-paced, typically 15-25 sessions/week
• Visit Length: 45-60 minutes
• EMR System: Headway integrated platform
• Remote Option: Primary telehealth model

Clinical Autonomy & Practice Support

As a provider with Headway, you maintain full clinical independence while benefiting from administrative support that handles insurance verification, billing, and claims processing. This structure allows you to focus entirely on client care without the overhead of managing a traditional private practice. Many counselors appreciate the ability to set their own caseload size and availability while accessing a steady stream of referred clients who are actively seeking in-network care.

🏥 Patient Population & Clinical Focus

• Primary patient population: Adolescents, adults, and families in the greater Yonkers area
• Average daily encounters: Determined by your availability
• Common diagnoses treated: Anxiety disorders, depression, relationship challenges, trauma
• Specialized programs: Culturally responsive care, support for first responders and healthcare workers
• Care complexity level: Mix of moderate ongoing therapy needs
• Referral network: Strong local and regional insurance partnerships

🩺 Telehealth Platform & Documentation

• Electronic Medical Record: Secure, HIPAA-compliant Headway platform
• Diagnostic technology: Integrated assessment tools
• Imaging capabilities: N/A
• Telemedicine platform: Built-in high-quality video with screen sharing
• Clinical decision support tools: Access to evidence-based resources
• Documentation resources: Automated note templates and billing integration

📄 Onboarding & Credentialing Experience

• Estimated credentialing timeline: 2-4 weeks for most providers
• Hospital privileges required: None
• Orientation period: Self-paced platform training
• Training provided: Comprehensive onboarding resources and support
• Mentorship opportunities: Peer consultation groups available
• Start date flexibility: Flexible based on your schedule

🎓 Professional Development Support

• CME allowance: Reimbursement available for relevant training
• Paid education days: Flexible scheduling for professional development
• Conference opportunities: Encouraged with platform support
• Leadership development: Opportunities to contribute to provider community
• Research opportunities: Access to de-identified outcome data

🌆 Living and Working in Yonkers, NY

Yonkers offers the perfect balance of suburban comfort and easy access to New York City. Located along the Hudson River, the city provides diverse neighborhoods with historic homes, modern apartments, and excellent parks. Many providers appreciate the relatively shorter commute compared to Manhattan while still being part of the vibrant Westchester County healthcare community. The area continues to see growing demand for accessible mental health services, particularly as awareness around behavioral health increases.

• Population served: Diverse urban-suburban community
• Cost of living: Above national average, reflective of proximity to NYC
• Housing options: Mix of single-family homes, condos, and rentals
• School systems: Strong public and private educational options
• Transportation access: Metro-North, buses, and proximity to major highways
• Recreation opportunities: Waterfront parks, hiking trails, and cultural venues

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

📈 Building Your Practice with Headway

Many counselors find that partnering with Headway allows them to maintain a fulfilling clinical career while avoiding the business management challenges of traditional private practice. Whether you're looking to supplement existing work or build a full caseload, the platform provides consistent client referrals matched to your expertise and availability. Providers often report higher satisfaction from focusing purely on therapy without administrative burdens.

🔗 Licensed Professional Counselor – Yonkers, NY

This Licensed Professional Counselor position with Headway offers a flexible opportunity to provide high-quality outpatient mental health services in the Yonkers area. Working through an established platform, you'll deliver therapy to clients seeking care for a range of concerns including anxiety, mood disorders, and interpersonal challenges. The role combines clinical autonomy with streamlined administrative support, making it an attractive option for experienced counselors who value work-life balance and efficient practice management. Ideal for New York-licensed professionals comfortable with telehealth who want to focus on meaningful client work in a supportive network environment.

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