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Mental Health Therapist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Most positions require a master's degree in counseling, social work, or psychology, and state licensure is typically a prerequisite before sponsorship begins.
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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!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are actively looking to hire talented licensed mental health therapists within our Louisville, KY office, 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 and in-person flexibility.
- Top compensation can exceed $91,000 - $104,000/year, no cap.
- Sign-on bonus.
- 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.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Independently licensed in the state of Kentucky (LCSW, LPCC, LMFT).
- Experienced in working with adults, children & adolescents, or across the lifespan.
- Must reside within commutable distance of local clinic.
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.
Compensation model based on productivity.
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.
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 mental health therapists within our Louisville, KY office, 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 and in-person flexibility.
- Top compensation can exceed $91,000 - $104,000/year, no cap.
- Sign-on bonus.
- 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.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Independently licensed in the state of Kentucky (LCSW, LPCC, LMFT).
- Experienced in working with adults, children & adolescents, or across the lifespan.
- Must reside within commutable distance of local clinic.
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.
Compensation model based on productivity.
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 Mental Health Therapist
Secure your state license before applying
Most employers won't start PERM until you hold an active state clinical license. Pursue licensure through reciprocity or endorsement if you trained abroad, since unlicensed candidates rarely clear DOL's minimum qualifications review.
Target community mental health centers specifically
Federally Qualified Health Centers and nonprofit community mental health organizations face persistent therapist shortages, making them more willing to absorb PERM legal costs and longer timelines than private group practices typically are.
Search green-card-sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by Mental Health Therapist roles where employers have active PERM or I-140 filing history. Migrate Mate surfaces this sponsorship data so you can prioritize outreach to organizations already familiar with the employment-based green card process.
Understand how PERM advertising affects your timeline
DOL requires employers to run documented recruitment for at least 60 days before filing PERM. Negotiate your start date and any contingencies around this window so the advertising period doesn't conflict with your current visa status expiration.
Confirm your employer will cover credential evaluation costs
PERM filings for foreign-trained therapists often require a foreign credential evaluation report alongside the labor certification. Clarify in your offer letter who pays for the evaluation, since USCIS and DOL both reference it during adjudication.
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Find Mental Health Therapist JobsMental Health Therapist Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Mental Health Therapist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Mental Health Therapist positions qualify for EB-3 as skilled professionals requiring a bachelor's or master's degree. Roles that specifically require a master's degree and meet the advanced-degree standard can qualify for EB-2 instead, which may offer faster priority date movement depending on your country of birth. Your employer's immigration attorney typically makes the final determination based on the job description.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
The PERM-based green card process leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status, and there is no annual lottery at the EB-3 level for most countries. H-1B sponsorship is capped at 85,000 per year and subject to random selection. Green card sponsorship takes longer overall, often two to four years for the full PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status sequence, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency with no renewal requirement.
Can I start working before my green card is approved?
Yes. You can begin employment on a valid work-authorized status such as H-1B or TN while your employer pursues PERM and I-140 on your behalf. Once your I-485 adjustment of status application is pending and your priority date is current, you receive employment authorization documentation that lets you continue working independently of your underlying visa category.
How do I find Mental Health Therapist employers who actively sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search Mental Health Therapist roles filtered by employers with documented PERM and I-140 filing history, so you're not guessing which organizations will sponsor. Community mental health centers, hospital systems, and federally funded behavioral health programs are among the most consistent sponsors because ongoing therapist shortages make the PERM labor market test easier to satisfy.
Does a foreign clinical degree create complications during the PERM process?
It can. DOL requires that the job's minimum requirements be clearly tied to the actual duties, not tailored to your credentials. If your foreign degree requires an equivalency evaluation, that evaluation must align with what the employer genuinely requires of all applicants. USCIS also reviews the evaluation at the I-140 stage, so a thorough report from a NACES-member credential evaluator reduces the risk of a Request for Evidence.
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