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Therapist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, or a directly related clinical field. Many hospital systems, community mental health centers, and telehealth employers file H-1B petitions for licensed therapists, but licensure requirements vary by state and must align with your visa timeline.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $54,000 - Midpoint: $67,500 (Salaried E8)
Department/Organization: 840101 - Counseling Center
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, occasional nights & weekends, must be able to work on-call duty
Note to Applicants: This is a 9-month staff therapist position (August 16 through May 15 of each academic year).
Job Summary: The Staff Therapist II provides clinical services to clients. Completes client assessments. Performs case management and documentation duties. Serves as a liaison among stakeholders.
Additional Department Summary: This is a 9-month staff therapist position (August 16 through May 15 of each academic year). Listed salary range is prorated accordingly. Provides direct counseling services to enrolled University students, outreach and consultation services to members of the University community, and training to students in the mental health professions as needed. Rotates on-call throughout the year for the purpose of crisis intervention services. Works with people in distress and encounters life-threatening emergencies routinely. Maintains knowledge of and adheres to all policies and procedures as contained in the Counseling Center Policy and Procedure Manual. Follows Quality Improvement standards. Demonstrates exemplary attitudes and performance in the areas of teamwork and proactively assisting all constituencies within the scope of the Counseling Center mission. Completes required training related to University policies and procedures, laws, and regulations that create a more hospitable and respectful workplace and safer work environment. Requires some after-hours work.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree or higher in counseling, psychology, or social work and two (2) years of experience in consultation services, group therapy, teaching, outreach, student work, or case management. Licensure in the state of Alabama in good standing; OR licensed in another state and licensure eligible in Alabama with the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire if coming from another state or province.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Excellent judgment and competence in managing critical incidents and communications with others.
- Excellent problem solving, human relations, communication, advocacy, and mental health intervention skills.
- Superior skills in the area of time and task management.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills (word processing and email).
- Ability to effectively interact with University community members for the purpose of program development.
- Ability to work flexible and evening hours.
- Ability to work with multi-cultural populations.
- Thorough knowledge of the myriad factors behind the resolution of psychological problems.
- High degree of sophistication of thought and creativity due to the complex nature of human problems.
- Demonstrated commitment to supporting all students.
Preferred Qualifications: College or University counseling center experience preferred.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.
The University of Alabama affirms its longstanding commitment to institutional neutrality, free speech, and academic freedom.
Location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $54,000 - Midpoint: $67,500 (Salaried E8)
Department/Organization: 840101 - Counseling Center
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, occasional nights & weekends, must be able to work on-call duty
Note to Applicants: This is a 9-month staff therapist position (August 16 through May 15 of each academic year).
Job Summary: The Staff Therapist II provides clinical services to clients. Completes client assessments. Performs case management and documentation duties. Serves as a liaison among stakeholders.
Additional Department Summary: This is a 9-month staff therapist position (August 16 through May 15 of each academic year). Listed salary range is prorated accordingly. Provides direct counseling services to enrolled University students, outreach and consultation services to members of the University community, and training to students in the mental health professions as needed. Rotates on-call throughout the year for the purpose of crisis intervention services. Works with people in distress and encounters life-threatening emergencies routinely. Maintains knowledge of and adheres to all policies and procedures as contained in the Counseling Center Policy and Procedure Manual. Follows Quality Improvement standards. Demonstrates exemplary attitudes and performance in the areas of teamwork and proactively assisting all constituencies within the scope of the Counseling Center mission. Completes required training related to University policies and procedures, laws, and regulations that create a more hospitable and respectful workplace and safer work environment. Requires some after-hours work.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree or higher in counseling, psychology, or social work and two (2) years of experience in consultation services, group therapy, teaching, outreach, student work, or case management. Licensure in the state of Alabama in good standing; OR licensed in another state and licensure eligible in Alabama with the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire if coming from another state or province.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Excellent judgment and competence in managing critical incidents and communications with others.
- Excellent problem solving, human relations, communication, advocacy, and mental health intervention skills.
- Superior skills in the area of time and task management.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills (word processing and email).
- Ability to effectively interact with University community members for the purpose of program development.
- Ability to work flexible and evening hours.
- Ability to work with multi-cultural populations.
- Thorough knowledge of the myriad factors behind the resolution of psychological problems.
- High degree of sophistication of thought and creativity due to the complex nature of human problems.
- Demonstrated commitment to supporting all students.
Preferred Qualifications: College or University counseling center experience preferred.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.
The University of Alabama affirms its longstanding commitment to institutional neutrality, free speech, and academic freedom.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Therapist
Verify your credential equivalency early
If you trained outside the U.S., get your foreign degree evaluated by a NACES-member credential evaluator before applying. USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation claims for therapist roles when the degree field doesn't directly match the clinical position.
Check state licensure before accepting offers
Therapist licensure is state-specific and can take three to twelve months after graduation. Confirm your target state's supervised-hours requirement is completable within your OPT or current status before your employer files the H-1B petition.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter therapist roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for clinical and mental health positions, so you're applying where H-1B sponsorship is already part of the hiring process.
Understand how the prevailing wage affects your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify your offered salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your specific therapist occupation code and work location. Run your job title and county through the OFLC Wage Search to verify your offer qualifies before signing.
Ask about cap-exempt employer eligibility
Nonprofit hospitals, university-affiliated counseling centers, and government-funded community mental health organizations may qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. A cap-exempt filing bypasses the lottery entirely and can be submitted any time of year.
Align your licensure renewal with your H-1B validity dates
H-1B status for therapists is tied to continued employment in a licensed clinical role. If your state license lapses mid-petition period, your employer's ability to maintain the H-1B may be affected, so build renewal deadlines into your calendar proactively.
H-1B Visa Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a therapist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, therapist positions generally qualify as specialty occupations when the role requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a directly related clinical discipline. USCIS evaluates whether the degree requirement is standard for the position in the industry. Roles with vague degree requirements or that accept any bachelor's field face higher rates of Requests for Evidence, so a precise job description matters.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for therapists?
Hospital systems, inpatient behavioral health facilities, community mental health centers, telehealth companies, and university counseling departments are the most active H-1B sponsors for therapist roles. Nonprofit and government-affiliated organizations in this space often qualify as cap-exempt employers, meaning they can file outside the annual lottery window. Browse Migrate Mate to find therapist openings filtered by employers with verified LCA filing history.
Can I work as a therapist on H-1B while completing supervised licensure hours?
Yes, but your employer's H-1B petition must describe your role in terms that match the supervised position, and you must be paid the DOL prevailing wage for that occupation level and location. Some states issue a provisional or associate license that permits supervised practice, which USCIS may accept as meeting the licensure condition. Confirm your state's provisional license category is recognized before your employer files.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect therapists applying through for-profit employers?
For-profit hospitals, private practice groups, and commercial telehealth companies are subject to the annual H-1B cap and lottery. USCIS typically opens registration in March for an October 1 start date, so your job offer and employer filing commitment must be in place before the registration window. If you aren't selected, you remain in your current status until the next lottery cycle unless your employer qualifies for a cap-exempt filing.
What occupation codes does USCIS and DOL use for therapist H-1B petitions?
DOL and USCIS classify therapists under several Standard Occupational Classification codes depending on the clinical specialty, including categories for mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, substance abuse counselors, and clinical social workers. Each code carries its own prevailing wage tier by location. Check O*NET for the job zone and degree requirements associated with your specific title, and use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the wage level your employer must certify.