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Clinical Psychologist roles on OPT require a doctoral degree and active state licensure, which can take one to two years to obtain after graduation. STEM OPT extension is not available for this field, so your 12-month window drives the timeline. Most employers in hospital systems, university counseling centers, and private practices will need to sponsor H-1B visa after OPT ends.
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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 actively looking to hire talented clinical psychologists in the New Castle area who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
Please apply now or contact me directly:
Tom Kingsley
Director, Practice Development
(e) Tom.Kingsley@LifeStance.com
We offer clinical psychologists:
- Competitive compensation $130,000+, compensation model based on productivity
- Signing bonus
- Generous ‘above market’ compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings
- Flexible work schedule
- Outpatient only
- Full-time available
- No nights, no hospital calls, no weekends
- Hybrid schedule with telemedicine and in-person flexibility
- Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, EAP and more
- Additional compensation for collaboration with mid-levels (optional)
- Collegial work environment
- Newly designed and modern offices
- Full administrative support
- Latest in digital technology
- Strong work/life balance
Clinical psychologists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking clinical psychologists that are:
- Fully licensed and credentialed in one or more US states, including a Ph.D. or Psy.D.
- Experienced with caring for adult and/or child and adolescent populations
- Experienced with testing intakes, planning batteries for assessments, report writing and feedback sessions
- Some psychological testing; most testing will be referred to psychometrists
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.
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.
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 clinical psychologists in the New Castle area who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
Please apply now or contact me directly:
Tom Kingsley
Director, Practice Development
(e) Tom.Kingsley@LifeStance.com
We offer clinical psychologists:
- Competitive compensation $130,000+, compensation model based on productivity
- Signing bonus
- Generous ‘above market’ compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings
- Flexible work schedule
- Outpatient only
- Full-time available
- No nights, no hospital calls, no weekends
- Hybrid schedule with telemedicine and in-person flexibility
- Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, EAP and more
- Additional compensation for collaboration with mid-levels (optional)
- Collegial work environment
- Newly designed and modern offices
- Full administrative support
- Latest in digital technology
- Strong work/life balance
Clinical psychologists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking clinical psychologists that are:
- Fully licensed and credentialed in one or more US states, including a Ph.D. or Psy.D.
- Experienced with caring for adult and/or child and adolescent populations
- Experienced with testing intakes, planning batteries for assessments, report writing and feedback sessions
- Some psychological testing; most testing will be referred to psychometrists
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.
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 OPT Sponsorship in Clinical Psychologist
Start licensure paperwork before graduation
State licensure applications take months. Filing your supervised hours documentation and exam applications before you graduate protects your OPT window and signals to employers that you will be practice-ready within a predictable timeframe.
Target employers with H-1B sponsorship history
Hospital systems, university counseling centers, and federally funded community mental health centers have established HR infrastructure for visa sponsorship. These organizations sponsor far more consistently than small private practices with no prior immigration experience.
Frame your supervised hours as a hiring asset
Employers hiring on OPT know licensure is pending. Present a clear timeline showing your postdoctoral hours completion date and expected licensure date so hiring managers can plan around your authorization status without uncertainty.
Address OPT status directly in applications
Do not wait for the interview to raise work authorization. Noting your OPT status and H-1B visa eligibility upfront in cover letters filters out sponsors that will not proceed, saving time and focusing your energy on genuinely viable opportunities.
Prioritize roles with postdoctoral fellowship structures
Many hospital systems and academic medical centers offer formal postdoctoral fellowships that include visa sponsorship infrastructure. These structured programs are specifically designed to accommodate new doctoral graduates on temporary work authorization.
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Clinical Psychologist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Clinical Psychologist on OPT before I have my state license?
Yes, but with significant limitations. Most states allow unlicensed doctoral graduates to work under supervision while accumulating postdoctoral hours, and that supervised role can qualify as OPT employment. However, you cannot practice independently or hold a position requiring licensure as a condition of hire. Confirm with your DSO that your specific role and supervision arrangement satisfies USCIS OPT employment requirements.
Is Clinical Psychology eligible for the STEM OPT 24-month extension?
No. Clinical Psychology (CIP code 42.2801) is not on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List, so graduates receive only the standard 12-month OPT authorization. This makes early job searching and H-1B sponsorship planning critical, since the timeline to secure sponsorship before OPT expires is tight, particularly given state licensure processing delays.
What types of employers are most likely to sponsor Clinical Psychologists for H-1B after OPT?
Large hospital systems such as Kaiser Permanente and VA Medical Centers, academic medical centers affiliated with universities, and federally qualified health centers have the most consistent H-1B sponsorship track records for Clinical Psychologists. University counseling and psychological services departments also sponsor regularly. Small independent practices rarely sponsor due to limited HR capacity and legal resources. Use Migrate Mate to identify which specific employers have active sponsorship-open listings.
Does postdoctoral supervision count as valid OPT employment for Clinical Psychologists?
Yes, provided the position is directly related to your doctoral degree in clinical psychology and meets the minimum 20-hours-per-week threshold for full-time OPT. Postdoctoral fellowships in clinical settings typically satisfy this requirement. You must report the employer to your DSO through SEVP portal within 10 days of starting. Keep documentation showing how the role relates to your degree in case of a future status audit.
Can I work at a private practice on OPT as a Clinical Psychologist?
Yes, including self-employment in some cases, though it is complicated. USCIS permits self-employment on OPT if you own a business and the work is directly related to your degree. For private practice, you must have a formal business entity and document that you are performing psychology services, not administrative work. Independent contractor arrangements with group practices are also permissible. Consult your DSO before structuring any self-employment arrangement.