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Mental Health Therapist ($2500 Bonus) at BetterHelp
BetterHelp
Columbia, MD
$650+/hour
Healthcare
Posted 21 hours ago
Job Description
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 BetterHelpCompetitive hourly compensation.$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 when you see your first insurance client within 30 days of applying.$2,000 first month bonus - Providers licensed in NY, VA, MD, DC, can earn an additional $2k in their first month. Additional BenefitsWork from the comfort of home (fully remote)Flexible schedule - you set your own hours.Free access to 390CEU 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:3years 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.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.Reliable Internet connection.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). Experience counseling adults, couples, and/or teens. The use of the word bonus refers to an incentive provided to independent contractors. It does not imply an employment relationship nor entitle any independent contractors to employee benefits. Bonuses vary state to state and are subject to changes and certain requirements must be met to qualify for bonuses.
$34k is below typical pay for Counselors nationally
National salary averages
$34k
↓ 44% vs typical mid-level
Entry
Mid
Senior
This job
$39k
Market range (10th-90th percentile)
$101k
Senior roles pay 65% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.
You may have room to negotiate or find better offers elsewhere.
Strong candidate leverage
High demand and responsive wages. Negotiate confidently on all fronts.
Hiring leverage
Candidate-favored
Wage leverage
Moderate
Mobility
High mobility
Who this leverage applies to
Stronger for:
All experience levels
Where to negotiate
Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO
Likely Possible Unlikely
Use competing offers and timing to your advantage.
Does this path compound?
Job Growth →
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High churn
Growth, flat pay
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Compound
Growth + pay upside
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Plateau
Limited growth
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Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Growth + pay upside
Both the field and your earnings can grow significantly.
+10%
10yr growth
104,400 openings projected annually—mostly replacing retirees and turnover.
Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.
Labor data: BLS 2024