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Clinical Counselor roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires a master's degree or higher in counseling, social work, or a related field. Many hospital systems, community mental health centers, and behavioral health networks sponsor H-1B petitions for licensed clinicians, making this one of the more accessible paths for international counseling professionals.
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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! We are actively looking to hire talented therapists in the area, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence. We are currently interviewing!
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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Our Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We are seeking Therapists who are:
- Fully licensed in Minnesota
- LPCC, LMFT, or LICSW
- Child, adolescent, or adult experience
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
We offer our Therapists:
- Flexible work schedules: Full-time and part-time (20 hours week+) available - set your own schedule!
- Hybrid Model
- 100% outpatient work. No nights, no hospital calls, no weekends
- Unlimited compensation/uncapped earnings
- Compensation range $73k - $126k - 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 (scheduling & billing)
- Latest in digital technology
- Strong work/life balance!
- Sign on Bonus
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.
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! We are actively looking to hire talented therapists in the area, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence. We are currently interviewing!
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.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Our Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We are seeking Therapists who are:
- Fully licensed in Minnesota
- LPCC, LMFT, or LICSW
- Child, adolescent, or adult experience
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
We offer our Therapists:
- Flexible work schedules: Full-time and part-time (20 hours week+) available - set your own schedule!
- Hybrid Model
- 100% outpatient work. No nights, no hospital calls, no weekends
- Unlimited compensation/uncapped earnings
- Compensation range $73k - $126k - 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 (scheduling & billing)
- Latest in digital technology
- Strong work/life balance!
- Sign on Bonus
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 H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Counselor
Verify your licensure transfers across states
H-1B approval for Clinical Counselors depends partly on the employer's state licensing requirements. Confirm your credentials meet the specific state board's standards before applying, since licensure gaps can complicate the specialty occupation argument in your petition.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Counselor roles by employers who have active Labor Condition Applications on file with DOL. This tells you which organizations have already committed to H-1B-level wages and sponsorship paperwork for counseling positions.
Document your degree's direct field alignment
USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific degree relates directly to the Clinical Counselor duties in the job description. A degree in general psychology carries more risk than one in clinical mental health counseling; gather syllabi or transcript evaluations to close that gap early.
Ask about E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Employers must be E-Verify enrolled to sponsor cap-exempt H-1B workers at qualifying nonprofits or university-affiliated clinics. Confirming enrollment status before negotiating an offer avoids situations where you discover a sponsorship barrier only after resigning a current position.
Use OFLC Wage Search to set salary expectations early
The DOL's OFLC Wage Search assigns Clinical Counselors to one of four prevailing wage levels by region and experience. Knowing your level before offer discussions prevents stalled petitions caused by employers who propose wages below what the LCA must certify.
File during the cap period for outpatient clinic roles
Most private outpatient counseling practices are cap-subject, meaning your H-1B must be filed in April for an October 1 start. Build your job search timeline backward from the lottery registration window in March, especially if you're transitioning off OPT or another expiring status.
H-1B Visa Clinical Counselor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Counselor role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer's job description requires at minimum a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling, social work, psychology, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates both the position's requirements and your specific degree. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field carry higher denial risk, so the job description language matters significantly.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Clinical Counselors?
Hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, university counseling centers, and large behavioral health networks file the most H-1B petitions for licensed counselors. Nonprofit mental health agencies affiliated with universities may qualify as cap-exempt, allowing sponsorship outside the April lottery window. You can browse verified sponsoring employers by role on Migrate Mate.
How does state licensure affect my H-1B petition as a Clinical Counselor?
State licensure doesn't replace the specialty occupation requirement, but it reinforces it. If the employer's state requires a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, USCIS treats that licensing requirement as evidence the role demands a specific advanced degree. Applying in a state where your credentials aren't yet transferable can stall both licensure and your petition simultaneously.
Can I switch Clinical Counselor employers while on H-1B status?
Yes. Under AC21 portability rules, you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer in the same or a similar occupational classification once your petition has been approved and you've been in valid H-1B status. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your current status expires, and you can begin working for them once that petition is received by USCIS.
What's the difference between cap-subject and cap-exempt sponsorship for this role?
Cap-subject employers must enter you in the H-1B lottery held each March, with work starting no earlier than October 1. Cap-exempt employers, including nonprofit research organizations, universities, and affiliated healthcare entities, can file year-round with no lottery requirement. For Clinical Counselors targeting community mental health or university settings, confirming cap-exempt status early can compress your timeline by six months or more.