Online Mental Health Social Worker (LCSW)
BetterHelp is one of the world's largest online therapy platforms, connecting licensed therapists with clients looking for mental health support. With BetterHelp, you can grow your caseload without spending your time marketing a private practice or managing insurance administration. Set your schedule, work remotely, and focus your time on the clients you serve. Why Therapists Join BetterHelp
- Earn $60–$85/hour*: Competitive hourly compensation for live insurance sessions.
- Build your caseload: We match you with clients looking for care, including insurance and cash-pay clients.
- We handle the insurance work: BetterHelp supports credentialing, claims, and insurance administration.
- Get paid reliably: Guaranteed weekly payment for eligible sessions without worrying about claim denials or clawbacks.
- Work from anywhere: Provide therapy remotely from the comfort of your home.
- Set your own schedule: Choose the hours that work for you.
- Zero therapist fees: No marketing fees, membership fees, or practice overhead.
- Advertised hourly rate range reflects compensation for a standard 60-minute session and is based on CPT codes 90837 or 90791. Actual pay rates vary based on the client's state of residence at the time of service. This is an independent contractor role. Actual earnings and bonus opportunities vary based on caseload, engagement, and location. Apply today to learn more.
More Benefits
- Free access to 390+ CEU courses
- Free BetterHelp membership to support your own well-being
- Additional bonuses and incentives for eligible high performers
- Autonomy over your clinical decisions
- Access to a community of 30,000+ therapists
Who We're Looking For We're looking for independently licensed mental health therapists, counselors, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, and psychologists who can provide therapy without supervision. Depending on your state of licensure, eligible licenses may include: Clinical Social Work LCSW, LICSW, LSCSW, LISW, LISW-S, LISW-CP, LCSW-C, LCSW-R, LCSW-BACS, MSLCSW Professional & Mental Health Counseling LPC, LMHC, LPCC, LCPC, LCMHC, LCMHCS, LCPCS, LPMHC, LIMHP, LMHP, LPC-MH, LPC-MHSP, MSLPC and other eligible independent clinical counseling licenses Marriage & Family Therapy LMFT, LCMFT, MSLMFT Psychology Licensed Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, LCP, LPP, MSPSY, Medical Psychologist, Senior Psychological Examiner, LPA-IP, Psychologist – Master's, Psychologist – Doctorate License eligibility varies by state. Your license must allow you to independently provide mental health therapy without supervision.
Requirements
- Master's or Doctorate degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, or another eligible mental health discipline
- Current independent clinical license that allows you to provide therapy without supervision
- 3+ years of mental health counseling experience
- Currently residing in the United States
- Professional liability insurance
- Reliable internet connection
- Private, professional environment for virtual sessions
- Strong written communication skills
Focus on Therapy. We'll Help With the Rest. Apply today to learn more about joining the BetterHelp therapist network. Please note: BetterHelp currently requires an independent clinical license. Interns and clinicians who require supervision to provide therapy are not eligible at this time. Substance abuse counselors, school counselors, registered nurses, career counselors, Christian counselors, and business coaches are not eligible unless they also hold an eligible independent mental health license. Job Type: Contract Pay: Up to $85.00 per hour Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Work Location: Remote