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Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file with DOL to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available, then petition USCIS for permanent residency. State licensure requirements and clinical supervision hours add documentation steps that distinguish LMHC sponsorship from most other behavioral health roles.
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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.
Is this you?
- Wanting to deliver high quality behavioral healthcare.
- Seeking work life balance.
- Interested in growing professionally.
What we offer Therapists:
- Flexible work schedules.
- Telemedicine, hybrid, and in-person flexibility.
- Generous ‘above market’ compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings.
- Sign on bonus.
- Cash productivity bonus.
- Compensation range $72,000-$115,200, compensation model based on productivity.
- 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.
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Fully licensed and credentialed in Rhode Island.
- 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.
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.
Is this you?
- Wanting to deliver high quality behavioral healthcare.
- Seeking work life balance.
- Interested in growing professionally.
What we offer Therapists:
- Flexible work schedules.
- Telemedicine, hybrid, and in-person flexibility.
- Generous ‘above market’ compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings.
- Sign on bonus.
- Cash productivity bonus.
- Compensation range $72,000-$115,200, compensation model based on productivity.
- 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.
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Fully licensed and credentialed in Rhode Island.
- 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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Verify your licensure transfers across state lines
LMHC licensure requirements vary significantly by state, and PERM is filed for a specific work location. Confirm your foreign credentials and supervised clinical hours are recognized by the state licensing board where your sponsoring employer operates before the process starts.
Target employers authorized to supervise provisionally licensed counselors
Community mental health centers, hospital systems, and VA-affiliated clinics regularly sponsor LMHCs and already have infrastructure for supervised licensure pathways. These settings understand the credential timeline, which reduces friction during PERM documentation and I-140 filing.
Search green card sponsoring LMHC jobs on Migrate Mate
Filter by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 PERM filing history for behavioral health roles. Migrate Mate surfaces counseling positions where employers have already navigated the DOL labor certification process, so you're not starting that conversation from scratch.
Collect supervised hours documentation before your employer files PERM
DOL's PERM process requires your employer to define the minimum requirements for the role. If your position legitimately requires post-degree supervised clinical hours, get those records verified and translated early so they're ready when USCIS adjudicates the I-140.
Understand the EB-2 versus EB-3 classification for your specific role
LMHCs with a master's degree typically qualify for EB-3 professional classification. EB-2 requires demonstrating the role genuinely needs an advanced degree as a business necessity, not just as a preference. Misclassification adds USCIS review time, so confirm the right category with your employer's immigration counsel before filing.
Check the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer
Your offered wage must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and the employer's geographic area. LMHC roles can fall under different wage levels depending on supervisory responsibilities, so use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm Level I through Level IV wage data for your location.
Green Card Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC): Frequently Asked Questions
Can an LMHC role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. LMHC positions typically qualify for EB-3 professional classification because the role requires at minimum a master's degree in counseling or a related clinical field. EB-2 classification is also available when the employer can demonstrate a legitimate business necessity for an advanced degree. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL first, then petitions USCIS with an I-140 to initiate the permanent residency process.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for LMHCs?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, capped at 85,000 slots annually, and subject to a lottery. PERM-based EB-3 sponsorship has no annual cap on petitions filed, leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization period, and does not require lottery selection. The tradeoff is timeline: the full PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status process typically runs longer than an H-1B approval cycle, depending on your country of birth and USCIS processing queues.
What documentation does a foreign-trained LMHC need for the PERM process?
Your employer drives the PERM filing, but you'll need to provide credential evaluations confirming your foreign degree is equivalent to a U.S. master's in counseling, verified records of supervised clinical hours if they form part of the minimum job requirements, and documentation of any state licensure or eligibility. Start gathering translated transcripts and supervised hours logs early, as PERM audits frequently request supporting evidence.
How do I find employers that have sponsored LMHCs for green cards before?
Search Migrate Mate to find LMHC and behavioral health roles filtered by employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 PERM filing history. Community mental health centers, hospital-affiliated outpatient programs, and federally qualified health centers are the settings most likely to have active sponsorship infrastructure and familiarity with DOL's recruitment documentation requirements.
Does state LMHC licensure affect when my employer can file for green card sponsorship?
State licensure affects the job description used in your PERM filing. If full licensure is listed as a minimum requirement, USCIS expects you to hold it at the time of I-140 adjudication, not just by the time you begin work. If you're working toward full licensure under supervision, your employer should structure the PERM job requirements to reflect the provisional licensure tier to avoid a Request for Evidence from USCIS.