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Clinical Psychologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because the position requires a doctoral degree in psychology. Large hospital systems, university counseling centers, and VA medical facilities are among the most active H-1B sponsors for this role, with two-year initial approvals and unlimited renewals possible.
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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 currently seeking Licensed or License eligible Psychologists (EdD/PsyD/PhD) to offer services to our clients in our outpatient group office. Candidates should be skilled in evidence-based treatment interventions for adults and/or children, adolescents struggling with trauma, anxiety, mood (depression, bipolar), chronic stress, impulse-control issues, grief/loss, adjustment-related disorders as well as behavioral, social, and emotional struggles.
Providers may work a hybrid schedule that includes providing telehealth from a home office as well as working in one of our office locations.
Locations include: Arlington, Auburn, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Canton, Chelmsford, Concord, Danvers, Easton, Framingham, Groton, Hopkinton, Lexington, Lynnfield, Mansfield, Medford, Medfield, Milford, Newton, Needham, North Andover, Northborough, Norwell, Norwood, Plymouth, Quincy, Raynham, Stoneham, Waltham, Wellesley, Weymouth, Woburn
Why Join Us?
- Great work-life balance with total scheduling autonomy
- Excellent referral stream, can consistently maintain full caseload
- Above average W2 compensation package
- Can start before obtaining license
- Full support staff
- Fun, supportive office culture
- Minimal paperwork
- Ability to supervise interns and postdoctoral fellows for additional pay
- Ability to run groups
- Multi-disciplinary practice, high degree of care collaboration
- Full benefits package including medical, vision, disability, paid parental leave, and 401(k) match
- 100% employer paid malpractice coverage – No tail required
- Sign On Bonus
- Annual Compensation Estimates: $115,000-$147,000 compensation model based on productivity.
Our practice provides well-appointed offices, an EMR system, peer consultation groups, robust risk management support, APA-approved continuing education in house. We also have talented support staff who handle everything from credentialing to insurance authorizations, and collection of payments. We perform essential, yet non-billable clinical and administrative functions that comprise the infrastructure needed to maintain a successful, busy practice so that you can focus on your clinical work.
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 currently seeking Licensed or License eligible Psychologists (EdD/PsyD/PhD) to offer services to our clients in our outpatient group office. Candidates should be skilled in evidence-based treatment interventions for adults and/or children, adolescents struggling with trauma, anxiety, mood (depression, bipolar), chronic stress, impulse-control issues, grief/loss, adjustment-related disorders as well as behavioral, social, and emotional struggles.
Providers may work a hybrid schedule that includes providing telehealth from a home office as well as working in one of our office locations.
Locations include: Arlington, Auburn, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Canton, Chelmsford, Concord, Danvers, Easton, Framingham, Groton, Hopkinton, Lexington, Lynnfield, Mansfield, Medford, Medfield, Milford, Newton, Needham, North Andover, Northborough, Norwell, Norwood, Plymouth, Quincy, Raynham, Stoneham, Waltham, Wellesley, Weymouth, Woburn
Why Join Us?
- Great work-life balance with total scheduling autonomy
- Excellent referral stream, can consistently maintain full caseload
- Above average W2 compensation package
- Can start before obtaining license
- Full support staff
- Fun, supportive office culture
- Minimal paperwork
- Ability to supervise interns and postdoctoral fellows for additional pay
- Ability to run groups
- Multi-disciplinary practice, high degree of care collaboration
- Full benefits package including medical, vision, disability, paid parental leave, and 401(k) match
- 100% employer paid malpractice coverage – No tail required
- Sign On Bonus
- Annual Compensation Estimates: $115,000-$147,000 compensation model based on productivity.
Our practice provides well-appointed offices, an EMR system, peer consultation groups, robust risk management support, APA-approved continuing education in house. We also have talented support staff who handle everything from credentialing to insurance authorizations, and collection of payments. We perform essential, yet non-billable clinical and administrative functions that comprise the infrastructure needed to maintain a successful, busy practice so that you can focus on your clinical work.
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 H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Clinical Psychologist
Verify your degree meets USCIS requirements
A doctoral degree (Ph.D., Psy.D., or Ed.D.) in psychology is the baseline USCIS requires for Clinical Psychologist H-1B petitions. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency before your employer files the I-129.
Check prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Run your target job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before you negotiate. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing level, so knowing the DOL threshold protects you and prevents filing delays.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Psychologist roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation. That history confirms willingness to sponsor and shortens the time from offer to petition filing.
Prioritize state licensure before your start date
Most hospital and healthcare employers require a valid state psychology license, not just a doctoral degree, before they'll file your H-1B. Confirm which state's license the role requires and start the application process as early as possible.
Ask employers about cap-exempt status upfront
Nonprofits affiliated with universities, government research institutions, and qualifying medical schools are cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B petition at any time of year without waiting for the annual lottery registration window.
Clarify supervision requirements in your petition
Some Clinical Psychologist roles include supervised hours toward full licensure. Confirm with your employer that the I-129 petition accurately reflects your scope of practice, since a mismatch between the filed duties and actual work can create RFE risk.
H-1B Visa Clinical Psychologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Psychologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Clinical Psychologist positions qualify because the role normally requires a doctoral degree in psychology as a minimum entry requirement. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties and the degree requirement as stated in the LCA, so your employer should document that a Psy.D., Ph.D., or equivalent is the standard for the position.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Clinical Psychologists?
Hospital systems, VA medical centers, federally qualified health centers, university counseling services, and research institutions are the most consistent sponsors. Many of these are nonprofits or government affiliates, which makes them cap-exempt and able to file outside the annual lottery window. You can browse verified sponsoring employers for this role on Migrate Mate.
Does a foreign psychology degree qualify for the H-1B as a Clinical Psychologist?
A foreign doctoral degree in psychology can qualify, but it must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service to confirm U.S. equivalency before your employer files the I-129. USCIS looks at whether the degree is the equivalent of a U.S. doctoral degree in the specific field. Some evaluators use O*NET occupational standards as a reference point for the degree-field match.
Can I work as a Clinical Psychologist on an H-1B without a state license?
Most employers won't file an H-1B petition for a Clinical Psychologist role unless you hold the required state psychology license, because the license is typically listed as a job requirement in the LCA. If you're completing post-doctoral supervised hours toward licensure, confirm whether the role is structured as a supervised position, which may have different licensure requirements documented in the petition.
How does the H-1B lottery affect Clinical Psychologist job seekers?
If your target employer is a for-profit company or a nonprofit that isn't cap-exempt, your petition enters the annual lottery with an 85,000-slot cap. Cap-exempt employers, including many hospitals, VA facilities, and university-affiliated clinics, can file at any point in the year. Focusing your search on cap-exempt healthcare institutions gives you a direct path to sponsorship without lottery dependency.