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Mental Health Therapist (New Compensation & Benefits)


Company : BetterHelp


Location : Syracuse, NY


Created : 2026-05-11


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Private practice with no doors and no overhead.BetterHelp is one of the world's largest online therapy platforms for mental health professionals who want to focus on client care "” not admin or overhead. You provide the expertise. We handle the rest.Why Join BetterHelpincreased compensation: Therapists earn an average of $55-$70 per hour for live sessions (must be licensed in NY, IN, MD, DC, or KY).$650 Health Benefit Stipend: Eligibility for the Health Benefit Stipend requires a continuous commitment of 30 hours a weekNo insurance headaches. No clawbacks. No payment delays. We handle everything "” you get paid weekly for every session. Ai documentation.Increase Caseloads: 70% of clients use insurance, helping you build and sustain a strong caseload.$500 first client bonus "” Earn more when you see your first insurance client within 30 days of applying.Additional BenefitsWork from the comfort of home (fully remote)Flexible schedule - you set your own hours.Free access to 390+ CEU coursesFree BetterHelp membership for self-careInsurance + cash-pay clients availableAdditional bonuses & incentives for high performersZero overhead: No fees are collected from the therapist, ever.Autonomy over clinical decisionsAccess and connect with our community of over 30,000 therapists.We're Looking ForLCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, Licensed Professional Counselor, or Psychologist / PsyDExperienced Mental Health Therapist or Counselor with a passion for helping adults, couples, or teens.Requirements:3+ years of mental health counseling experienceMaster's or Doctorate in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or Marriage & Family TherapyFully independent license (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, etc.) and can provide therapy without supervision.Experience counseling adults, couples, and/or teens.U.S. residency, private workspace, reliable internet, and liability insuranceA private and professional environment for conducting sessions.Excellent written communication.Must have professional liability insurance.Currently residing in the US.NOTE: Unfortunately, if you are an intern or if you require supervision to provide therapy services, you cannot be a provider on BetterHelp at this time. Also, we are unable to accept substance abuse counselors, school counselors, registered nurses, career counselors, Christian counselors, and business coaches (unless they have an additional license as a mental health counselor).