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Clinical Counselor roles qualify for green card sponsorship under EB-2 for advanced-degree professionals and EB-3 for skilled workers with a bachelor's degree plus licensure. Employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL before sponsoring your I-140 petition, making this a permanent residency pathway rather than a temporary visa.
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INTRODUCTION
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!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are actively looking to hire talented Licensed Therapists (LCPC, LCSW-C, LCMFT) in Maryland, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
We offer Licensed Therapists (LCPC, LCSW-C, LCMFT):
- Sign-On Bonus!
- Full-Time/Part-Time W2 positions
- Flexible work schedules
- Remote, Hybrid Model or In-person flexibility
- Collegial work environment
- Full administrative support
- Latest in digital technology
- Strong work/life balance
- 100% Malpractice Insurance Coverage
- Full Benefits Package: Health Insurance/Vision/Dental/Life/Disability benefits, 401k (+match)
- Annual Income Potential: $79,000 to $105,600 per year, compensation model based on productivity.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking:
- Therapists fully licensed in Maryland (LCPC, LCSW-C, LCMFT)
- Experienced in working with adult, and/or child and adolescent populations
I'd be glad to set up a call to discuss this opportunity with you and answer any questions! Apply now or contact me directly! Alicia Carbary Director, Practice Development LifeStance Health, Inc. (e) Alicia.Carbary@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 Green Card Sponsorship as a Clinical Counselor
Verify your licensure before PERM begins
PERM job requirements must match your actual credentials. If your state license is pending or from a different jurisdiction, the DOL-certified minimum requirements could disqualify you mid-process. Confirm reciprocity status before your employer files.
Target employers with dedicated HR compliance teams
Behavioral health networks, hospital systems, and community mental health centers are far more likely to have in-house HR staff experienced in PERM filings than small private practices. Established compliance infrastructure means fewer delays from inexperienced sponsors.
Check prevailing wage early using OFLC Wage Search
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search yourself before negotiating salary so you know the floor and can flag any misclassification in your job duties.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsoring employers
Filtering job listings by PERM filing history saves weeks of outreach to employers who have never sponsored. Migrate Mate surfaces Clinical Counselor roles at employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you start with vetted leads.
Understand how EB-2 versus EB-3 affects your timeline
A master's degree in counseling or clinical social work can qualify you for EB-2, which carries shorter wait times for many nationalities. EB-3 applies if your role is classified as a skilled worker position. Confirm your tier with your employer before PERM is filed.
Request concurrent I-485 filing when your priority date allows
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, you can file for adjustment of status without waiting for a separate visa bulletin cycle. Ask your employer's attorney whether concurrent filing is available to compress your overall green card timeline.
Green Card Clinical Counselor: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Clinical Counselor jobs qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on your credentials. EB-2 covers candidates with a master's degree in counseling, clinical psychology, or social work, which is standard for licensed professional counselors and licensed clinical social workers. EB-3 covers positions requiring a bachelor's degree plus licensure. Your employer's PERM filing determines which category is used, so the job description and your actual credentials must align before the DOL application is submitted.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for counselors?
H-1B visa is temporary, capped at 85,000 per year, and subject to a lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities and leads to permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status. The PERM process typically takes longer upfront since DOL must certify that no qualified U.S. worker is available, but the outcome is a path to a green card rather than a visa that expires.
What does an employer need to do to sponsor a Clinical Counselor for a green card?
The employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL, conducts a mandatory recruitment campaign to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available, and then submits an I-140 immigrant petition to USCIS. The job offer must be for a permanent, full-time position, and the employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location throughout the process and upon your start date.
How do I find Clinical Counselor employers who will sponsor a green card?
Most employers who have sponsored before will do so again because they have the legal infrastructure in place. Migrate Mate filters Clinical Counselor job listings by PERM filing history, so you can focus your applications on employers who have already navigated the DOL process rather than cold-pitching companies with no sponsorship experience.
Can my state licensure requirement affect my PERM application?
Yes. If the PERM job description lists state licensure as a requirement, your employer must be able to document that you already hold it or can obtain it before you begin work. DOL audits often scrutinize licensing requirements in healthcare and counseling roles. If your license is from another state or still pending, confirm transferability and timeline with your employer before the PERM recruitment period starts.