E-3 Visa Licensed Mental Health Professional Jobs
Licensed Mental Health Professional roles in the U.S. qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when the position requires a master's degree or higher in counseling, psychology, or a related clinical field. Australian nationals can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without competing in the H-1B lottery, with two-year renewals tied to your employer and role.
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At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health.
Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team!
We are actively looking to hire talented licensed therapists in the Newark area who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
Please apply now or contact me directly:
Tom Kingsley
Director, Practice Development
(e) Tom.Kingsley@LifeStance.com
What we offer licensed therapists:
- Competitive compensation $85,000+, compensation model based on productivity
- Signing bonus
- Generous ‘above market’ compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings
- Flexible work schedule
- Outpatient only
- Full-time available
- No nights, no hospital calls, no weekends
- Hybrid schedule with telemedicine and in-person flexibility
- Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, EAP and more
- Additional compensation for collaboration with mid-levels (optional)
- Collegial work environment
- Newly designed and modern offices
- Full administrative support
- Latest in digital technology
- Strong work/life balance
Licensed therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking licensed therapists that are:
- Fully licensed and credentialed in one or more US states
- Experienced in working with adult, and/or child and adolescent populations
About LifeStance Health
LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US.
LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.
Our values:
Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.
Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.
Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.
One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.
LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ADA@lifestance.com or by calling +1-800-308-0994. Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.
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Verify your credentials meet state licensure requirements
U.S. states license mental health professionals independently, and many require a master's degree plus supervised clinical hours that don't always translate directly from Australian postgraduate training. Confirm your degree equivalency with the relevant state licensing board before targeting roles there.
Target employers with dedicated behavioral health divisions
Hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and large outpatient behavioral health networks file LCAs regularly for licensed clinicians. These employers understand specialty occupation requirements for mental health roles and are far less likely to ask you to self-sponsor.
Use Migrate Mate to find E-3 sponsoring employers
Searching broadly for clinical roles wastes time if employers haven't sponsored work visas before. Migrate Mate filters mental health positions to those with active E-3 visa sponsorship history, so your applications go to employers already set up to hire Australian professionals.
Clarify your scope of practice during screening calls
Employers sometimes confuse licensed counselors, clinical social workers, and psychologists when evaluating E-3 eligibility. Proactively explain which license you hold, what it permits under that state's law, and why your Australian degree satisfies the specialty occupation standard for the specific role.
Confirm the LCA wage level matches your clinical experience
DOL requires E-3 employers to pay at least the prevailing wage for your occupation and location. For licensed mental health professionals, wage level I versus level II can differ significantly, so check that your offer reflects your years of post-licensure clinical experience.
Start visa paperwork as soon as you receive a written offer
The LCA must be certified by DOL before your consulate appointment, which adds processing time after your offer is signed. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork immediately so you don't delay your start date.
E-3 Visa Licensed Mental Health Professional: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Licensed Mental Health Professional jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search for licensed mental health professional roles filtered by E-3 sponsorship history. Most standard job searches don't distinguish between employers willing to sponsor work visas and those that won't, so you can spend weeks applying to roles that go nowhere. Migrate Mate surfaces positions from employers already set up to hire Australian nationals on the E-3.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Licensed Mental Health Professional role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires at minimum a master's degree in counseling, clinical psychology, social work, or a directly related clinical field. Roles that accept a general bachelor's degree or any field of study typically don't qualify. The more specific the degree requirement in the job description, the stronger the specialty occupation case at the consulate.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for licensed mental health professionals?
The E-3 has no annual cap and no lottery, so you're not gambling on a random selection. H-1B petitions for the same clinical role enter a pool where selection isn't guaranteed regardless of qualifications. For Australian mental health professionals, the E-3 is the more direct path: apply when you have an offer, not when the calendar allows.
Can I transfer my E-3 visa to a new mental health employer if my role changes?
Yes, but you need a new LCA and a new visa stamp for each employer. If you're already in the U.S. on E-3 status, your new employer must file a certified LCA before you start working for them. Changing from, say, an outpatient counseling role to an inpatient psychiatric setting may also require re-establishing specialty occupation if the degree requirements differ.