H-1B Visa Behavioral Therapist Jobs
H-1B visa jobs for Behavioral Therapists are available at healthcare systems, school districts, autism treatment centers, and telehealth providers that sponsor specialty occupation petitions. The role typically qualifies under H-1B because employers require a bachelor's degree or higher in applied behavior analysis, psychology, or a closely related field.
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Summary
The Southeast Permanente Medical Group (TSPMG) is one of Georgia’s largest independent, physician-owned, multi-specialty medical groups. More than 700 physicians and 300 associate practitioners work together in a unique integrated care model to provide high-quality care to Kaiser Permanente members.
Our focus is on long-term health, effective prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease. Care is delivered across 40+ specialties at 26 medical offices featuring state-of-the-art equipment, labs, imaging services, and pharmacies. We also provide surgical services and around-the-clock care at some of the area’s top hospitals.
We invite applications for a licensed Behavioral Health Therapists to work PRN to join our busy practice located throughout metropolitan Atlanta.
About the Area
Atlanta, our home for more than 40 years, is a thriving metropolis that blends Southern charm with modern art, music, and culture—where Southern charm meets big-city energy. From its iconic skyline and rich civil rights history to a buzzing food scene and world-class arts, Atlanta is a city that never stops moving.
Home to Fortune 500 companies, a booming tech and film industry, and a strong academic presence, Atlanta offers exceptional professional opportunities. With a major international airport and a culture that values balance, Atlanta is a smart move for professionals ready to grow and thrive.
What You Can Expect
- Eligibility for a flexible work schedule following six months of employment
- Hybrid work schedule
- Clinical support and leadership
- Opportunity to provide care for a broad spectrum of behavioral health conditions
Minimum Requirements
- Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, LPC and LMFT, PhD or Psy D from an accredited university
- Experience assessing, diagnosing, and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions
- Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, individual, couple, family, and group psychotherapy
TSPMG Clinicians
- Are committed to providing care of the highest quality
- Practice evidence-based medicine
- Provide excellence in service
- Are honest and ethical and show integrity in their actions
- Demonstrate accountability for their performance
- Dedicated to the success of the team
- Entrusted with maintaining the affordability of care
We Provide You
- Comprehensive electronic health record (Epic) and AI assistance to streamline coordinated care
- Competitive compensation based on skills, qualifications, certifications, training, and market data
- Opportunities for professional development
- Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, pension plan and 401(k), life insurance, and generous paid time off
- Complete professional liability coverage, including tail coverage, provided at no cost
- Reimbursement for board certification and continuing medical education
- In-house CME opportunities
- Additional benefits supporting work/life balance
Equal Opportunity Employer
TSPMG is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
TSPMG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks.
Behavioral Health Therapist LCSW LMFT LPC PhD PsyD
Summary
The Southeast Permanente Medical Group (TSPMG) is one of Georgia’s largest independent, physician-owned, multi-specialty medical groups. More than 700 physicians and 300 associate practitioners work together in a unique integrated care model to provide high-quality care to Kaiser Permanente members.
Our focus is on long-term health, effective prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease. Care is delivered across 40+ specialties at 26 medical offices featuring state-of-the-art equipment, labs, imaging services, and pharmacies. We also provide surgical services and around-the-clock care at some of the area’s top hospitals.
We invite applications for a licensed Behavioral Health Therapists to work PRN to join our busy practice located throughout metropolitan Atlanta.
About the Area
Atlanta, our home for more than 40 years, is a thriving metropolis that blends Southern charm with modern art, music, and culture—where Southern charm meets big-city energy. From its iconic skyline and rich civil rights history to a buzzing food scene and world-class arts, Atlanta is a city that never stops moving.
Home to Fortune 500 companies, a booming tech and film industry, and a strong academic presence, Atlanta offers exceptional professional opportunities. With a major international airport and a culture that values balance, Atlanta is a smart move for professionals ready to grow and thrive.
What You Can Expect
- Eligibility for a flexible work schedule following six months of employment
- Hybrid work schedule
- Clinical support and leadership
- Opportunity to provide care for a broad spectrum of behavioral health conditions
Minimum Requirements
- Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, LPC and LMFT, PhD or Psy D from an accredited university
- Experience assessing, diagnosing, and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions
- Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, individual, couple, family, and group psychotherapy
TSPMG Clinicians
- Are committed to providing care of the highest quality
- Practice evidence-based medicine
- Provide excellence in service
- Are honest and ethical and show integrity in their actions
- Demonstrate accountability for their performance
- Dedicated to the success of the team
- Entrusted with maintaining the affordability of care
We Provide You
- Comprehensive electronic health record (Epic) and AI assistance to streamline coordinated care
- Competitive compensation based on skills, qualifications, certifications, training, and market data
- Opportunities for professional development
- Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, pension plan and 401(k), life insurance, and generous paid time off
- Complete professional liability coverage, including tail coverage, provided at no cost
- Reimbursement for board certification and continuing medical education
- In-house CME opportunities
- Additional benefits supporting work/life balance
Equal Opportunity Employer
TSPMG is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
TSPMG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Behavioral Therapist
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree to be directly related to behavioral therapy, not just any bachelor's degree. A degree in applied behavior analysis, psychology, or counseling gives your petition the strongest foundation. A general business or unrelated degree creates an RFE risk.
Get your BCBA credential before applying
Many H-1B visa sponsors for Behavioral Therapist roles require Board Certified Behavior Analyst credentials, not just a degree. Earning your BCBA before the petition filing makes the specialty occupation argument cleaner and signals to employers you're immediately billable.
Find sponsors using Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for behavioral health roles. Targeting companies that have already sponsored similar positions reduces your risk of an employer withdrawing mid-process due to unfamiliarity with the filing requirements.
Confirm each worksite has its own LCA
If your role involves multiple clinic locations or school sites, each worksite needs its own certified LCA filed with DOL before you begin working there. Ask your employer's HR team to confirm the LCA covers every location listed in your offer letter.
Use OFLC Wage Search to anchor salary negotiations
DOL requires your employer to pay the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Pull the OFLC Wage Search data before salary discussions so you know the Level I through Level IV wage tiers and can confirm your offer meets or exceeds the certified LCA wage.
File premium processing for time-sensitive placements
If your start date is tied to a school year calendar or a clinical caseload handoff, ask your employer to file premium processing with USCIS. Standard H-1B adjudication can take several months, and behavioral health programs rarely hold positions open that long.
H-1B Visa Behavioral Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Behavioral Therapist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in applied behavior analysis, psychology, or a directly related field as a minimum condition of employment. USCIS evaluates the position, not just the job title, so the offer letter and job duties must reflect degree-level requirements. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree in any field are more vulnerable to a Request for Evidence.
Which employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Behavioral Therapists?
Healthcare systems with behavioral health departments, autism treatment networks, school districts contracting ABA services, and telehealth platforms that deliver behavioral interventions have all filed H-1B petitions for this role. Use Migrate Mate to browse employers with verified LCA filing history in behavioral therapy, filtered by city and position type, so you're targeting companies already familiar with the sponsorship process.
Does my BCBA certification affect my H-1B petition?
It strengthens it significantly. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst credential requires a master's degree and supervised fieldwork hours, which reinforces the specialty occupation argument by showing the role demands graduate-level training. Employers sponsoring H-1B petitions for BCBA-required positions face less scrutiny from USCIS than those sponsoring for roles where certification is optional.
What happens if I work at multiple school or clinic sites under one H-1B?
Each distinct worksite requires its own certified Labor Condition Application filed with DOL before you begin working there. If your employer adds a new location after your I-129 is approved, they must file an amended petition with USCIS for that worksite. Working at an unlisted location before the LCA is certified puts both you and your employer out of compliance.
Can I switch employers mid-H-1B status as a Behavioral Therapist?
Yes, through H-1B portability. If you've been in valid H-1B status and your new employer files an I-129 transfer petition before your current status expires, you can begin working for the new employer once USCIS receives the petition, without waiting for approval. The new employer must file their own LCA covering your new worksite and wage, and your status clock continues from the original approval date, up to the six-year maximum.