Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor

As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor at LifeStance Health, your primary responsibilities will include conducting thorough assessments of clients, developing individualized treatment plans, and providing evidence-based therapy to support their mental health journeys. You'll engage with diverse populations, including adults, children, and adolescents. Team collaboration is also key, as you'll work alongside psychiatrists and other mental health professionals to ensure holistic care for all clients.

To be considered for a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor position at LifeStance Health, candidates must be fully licensed and credentialed to practice in one or more US states. Experience in treating adult, child, or adolescent populations is highly valued. Additionally, a strong commitment to clinical excellence and a passion for providing high-quality mental health care are essential qualifications that will help you thrive in this role.

LifeStance Health offers substantial support for its Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors, including full administrative support to free you from the paperwork burden. You'll work in newly designed offices equipped with advanced digital technology, which enhances your ability to deliver care effectively. Additionally, we promote a strong work/life balance and offer flexible schedules, allowing you to tailor your work life to fit personal needs.

At LifeStance Health, we prioritize creating a healthy work environment for our Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors through values like empathy, belonging, and teamwork. We foster a culture of inclusivity and encourage open communication among staff. Our team-oriented approach means that you’ll feel supported by your colleagues, enhancing your professional journey and overall job satisfaction.

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors at LifeStance Health benefit from an extensive package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance. You’ll also receive life insurance, paid parental leave, an employee assistance program (EAP), and a 401k plan with matching contributions. The compensation structure not only provides a competitive salary ranging from $95,000 to $130,000 but also ensures unlimited earning potential through our commission structure.

Be prepared to discuss your foundational theoretical framework and how it informs your practice. Reflect on specific therapies you utilize, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy or person-centered therapy, and provide examples of how you've successfully applied these methods with clients.

Highlight your experience in working with diverse populations. Discuss the importance of cultural competence and sensitivity in your practice while providing examples of how you've adapted your approach to meet the specific needs of clients from various cultural backgrounds.

Share your personal strategies, such as setting boundaries, using effective time management techniques, and engaging in self-care practices. Express the importance of maintaining this balance for both personal health and professional efficacy.

Choose a case that showcases your clinical skills and resilience. Discuss the challenges faced, your approach to assessment and intervention, and the outcome, focusing on what you learned and how it will inform future practice.

Discuss your commitment to continuous professional development through attending workshops, reading professional journals, or being part of related professional organizations. This shows your dedication to evolving as a therapist at LifeStance Health.

Articulate what you believe constitutes a strong client-therapist relationship, including trust, collaboration, and open communication. Provide an example of how you've successfully built such relationships in past roles.

Discuss techniques such as motivational interviewing to encourage engagement. Emphasize your approach to understanding underlying issues that may lead to resistance and how you navigate them constructively.

Mention specific assessments or frameworks you utilize for creating effective treatment plans. Discuss how you collaborate with clients to ensure their goals are central to your plans.

Explain the metrics or indicators you utilize to evaluate client progress in therapy. Share how you incorporate feedback from clients to adjust treatment as necessary.

Connect your professional values and goals with the mission of LifeStance Health. Explain how the company’s commitment to high-quality and accessible mental healthcare aligns with your own desire to make a meaningful impact in people's lives.