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Mental Health Specialist roles in the U.S. qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in psychology, counseling, or a related field. Australian professionals can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without a lottery, making clinical and community mental health positions in hospitals, nonprofits, and private practices genuinely accessible.
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Get Access To All JobsAt 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 Therapists in the area, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence. We are looking to hire for all office locations in Colorado!
Is this you?
- Wanting to deliver high quality behavioral healthcare
- Seeking work life balance
- Interested in growing professionally
- Quick and Stable Caseload ramp up
What we offer Therapists:
- Flexible work schedules
- Full Time opportunities
- Telemedicine and in-person flexibility (hybrid role)
- Generous ‘above market’ compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings
- Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, EAP and more
- Collegial work environment
- Newly designed and modern offices
- Full administrative support
- Latest in digital technology
- Strong work/life balance
- FREE Supervision, individual and group
- FREE CEU opportunities
- Compensation range of $41,000 - 60,000
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Provisionally licensed in Colorado (Licensed Social Worker, Social Work Candidate, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, Marriage & Family Therapist Candidate)
- Must have 6 months of experience as a Candidate licensed Clinician
- Experienced in working with adult, geriatric and/or child and adolescent populations in a therapy based environment
- **(NOT REQUIRED), but Bilingual Therapists and Play Therapists needed in multiple areas
Currently we are 40+ offices strong in Colorado and looking to expand into 2025. Our offices range from the Northern part of Colorado to Boulder County, Grand Junction, Greater Denver and as far South as Colorado Springs. If interested in additional information or an interview, please call/text Krystal Johnson at 512-627-2148 or email Krystal.Johnson@Lifestance.com.
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.
If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use www.lifestance.com or www.careers.lifestance.com. Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the @lifestance.com domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security.
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.
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 Therapists in the area, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence. We are looking to hire for all office locations in Colorado!
Is this you?
- Wanting to deliver high quality behavioral healthcare
- Seeking work life balance
- Interested in growing professionally
- Quick and Stable Caseload ramp up
What we offer Therapists:
- Flexible work schedules
- Full Time opportunities
- Telemedicine and in-person flexibility (hybrid role)
- Generous ‘above market’ compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings
- Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, EAP and more
- Collegial work environment
- Newly designed and modern offices
- Full administrative support
- Latest in digital technology
- Strong work/life balance
- FREE Supervision, individual and group
- FREE CEU opportunities
- Compensation range of $41,000 - 60,000
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Provisionally licensed in Colorado (Licensed Social Worker, Social Work Candidate, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, Marriage & Family Therapist Candidate)
- Must have 6 months of experience as a Candidate licensed Clinician
- Experienced in working with adult, geriatric and/or child and adolescent populations in a therapy based environment
- **(NOT REQUIRED), but Bilingual Therapists and Play Therapists needed in multiple areas
Currently we are 40+ offices strong in Colorado and looking to expand into 2025. Our offices range from the Northern part of Colorado to Boulder County, Grand Junction, Greater Denver and as far South as Colorado Springs. If interested in additional information or an interview, please call/text Krystal Johnson at 512-627-2148 or email Krystal.Johnson@Lifestance.com.
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.
If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use www.lifestance.com or www.careers.lifestance.com. Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the @lifestance.com domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security.
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Mental Health Specialist
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation standards
Your Australian bachelor's in psychology or counseling is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, but your employer's LCA must document that the role specifically requires that credential, not just any bachelor's degree.
Target employers with prior behavioral health hiring
Hospital systems, community mental health centers, and federally qualified health centers routinely sponsor work visas for licensed clinicians. Search DOL's Foreign Labor Application Gateway to confirm an employer has filed LCAs for comparable roles before applying.
Clarify licensure requirements before accepting an offer
Most U.S. states require separate licensure for mental health practice, and your Australian registration doesn't transfer automatically. Confirm with the employer which interim or provisional license is acceptable during your first E-3 visa period so sponsorship isn't blocked at the offer stage.
Find Mental Health Specialist roles through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to search Mental Health Specialist positions where employers are already open to E-3 sponsorship, saving you from cold-pitching the visa to hiring managers who aren't familiar with Australian treaty visas.
Start the LCA filing as soon as you have a written offer
The DOL must certify your LCA before you can schedule a consulate appointment, and the certification window is typically seven business days. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so nothing delays your start date.
Prepare a clear nonimmigrant intent explanation for your interview
Mental health roles at nonprofits and government-contracted clinics can attract more consular scrutiny about long-term plans. Have concrete answers ready about your intent to return to Australia, since E-3 consular officers assess immigrant intent on every application.
E-3 Visa Mental Health Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Mental Health Specialist jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Mental Health Specialist positions filtered for E-3 sponsorship. Many employers in behavioral health are open to sponsoring Australian candidates but don't advertise it prominently in job postings. Searching a platform built around E-3 eligibility connects you directly with those opportunities without requiring you to manually explain the visa to each recruiter.
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 Mental Health Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as psychology, social work, counseling, or a closely related discipline. Generic helping-role descriptions that accept any degree can create problems at the LCA stage. Your employer's job description must state that the role requires a specific qualifying degree, not just a preference for one.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian mental health professionals?
The E-3 is far more practical for this role. The H-1B visa requires surviving an annual lottery with a roughly one-in-four selection rate, while the E-3 has no cap or lottery for Australian nationals. You can apply for an E-3 any time of year once you have a job offer and a certified LCA, and the two-year visa is renewable indefinitely as long as you remain employed in a qualifying role.
Can my employer sponsor my E-3 if I need a provisional license to practice in the U.S.?
Yes, many states issue provisional or supervised practice licenses that satisfy employer requirements during the initial E-3 period. The E-3 itself doesn't require full licensure, but your job offer must still describe duties that constitute a specialty occupation. Confirm with your employer and the relevant state licensing board which interim credential applies before your LCA is filed.