Mental Health Therapist 1099

Join the team leading the next evolution of virtual care.

At Teladoc Health, you are empowered to bring your true self to work while helping millions of people live their healthiest lives.

Here you will be part of a high-performance culture where colleagues embrace challenges, drive transformative solutions, and create opportunities for growth. Together, we’re transforming how better health happens.

Job Summary

Are you passionate about supporting mental health and ready to make a difference at scale? Teladoc Health, a global leader in virtual care, is expanding its network of independent Mental Health Therapists to meet growing demand for high-quality, accessible care—anytime, anywhere.

We are currently seeking licensed therapists in one of the following states: California, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Georgia, Ohio, Arizona, Washington, Missouri, Wisconsin, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Alabama, Kentucky, Utah, Minnesota, Nevada, Mississippi, West Virgina, Indiana, Maine, Lousiana, North Carolina (LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC) to provide virtual mental health services on a 1099 contract basis. As a contracted provider, you’ll work independently, set your own schedule, and use your clinical expertise to help clients thrive—supported by Teladoc’s technology and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities (as An Independent Contractor)

• Deliver individual therapy sessions virtually (via secure video and phone), focusing on adolescent and adult populations.
• Assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with applicable legal and ethical standards.
• Coordinate with Teladoc’s support teams as needed to facilitate client care and resolve technical issues.
• Exercise independent clinical judgment to manage client care in a remote setting.
  
  

Requirements

• Experience providing therapy in an unsupervised, independent practice setting.
• Active license (LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC) in at least one of the following states: California, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Georgia, Ohio, Arizona, Washington, Missouri, Wisconsin, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Alabama, Kentucky, Utah, Minnesota, Nevada, Mississippi, West Virgina, Indiana, Maine, Lousiana, North Carolina with eligibility to treat patients independently.
• Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience working with clients managing PTSD, depression, anxiety, or trauma-related conditions.
• Strong clinical skills and ability to operate autonomously in a telehealth environment.
• Proficient in using EHR systems and telehealth platforms.
  
  

Contractor Perks

• Flexible schedule – you choose your hours.
• No billing or administrative overhead – focus on care delivery.
• Supportive infrastructure – access to scheduling tools, patient referrals, and clinical documentation systems.
• National reach – serve a diverse population from the comfort of your home.
  
  

The base salary for this position is $65/visit ($74/visit if Medicaid enrolled with CA license).

As part of our hiring process, we verify identity and credentials, conduct interviews (live or video), and screen for fraud or misrepresentation. Applicants who falsify information will be disqualified.

Teladoc Health will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why join Teladoc Health?

• Teladoc Health is transforming how better health happens. Learn how when you join us in pursuit of our impactful mission.
• Chart your career path with meaningful opportunities that empower you to grow, lead, and make a difference.
• Join a multi-faceted community that celebrates each colleague’s unique perspective and is focused on continually improving, each and every day.
• Contribute to an innovative culture where fresh ideas are valued as we increase access to care in new ways.
• Enjoy an inclusive benefits program centered around you and your family, with tailored programs that address your unique needs.
• Explore candidate resources with tips and tricks from Teladoc Health recruiters and learn more about our company culture by exploring #TeamTeladocHealth on LinkedIn.
  
  

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we never have and never will discriminate against any job candidate or employee due to age, race, religion, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, membership in an employee organization, medical condition, family history, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, parental status, or pregnancy). In our innovative and inclusive workplace, we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.

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