Licensed Therapist Jobs for OPT Students
Licensed Therapist jobs on OPT require employers to sponsor your work authorization before your OPT period ends. Most roles are in outpatient clinics, hospitals, and community mental health centers. Your state licensure status, STEM OPT eligibility, and the 90-day unemployment limit all affect your job search timeline.
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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!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are actively looking to hire talented pre-licensed therapists 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
WHAT WE OFFER PRE-LICENSED THERAPISTS:
- Competitive compensation $75,000+
- Generous ‘above market’ compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings
- Flexible work schedule
- Outpatient only
- Full-time available
- No hospital call
- Hybrid schedule with telemedicine and in-person flexibility
- 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
- Latest in digital technology
- Strong work/life balance
PRE-LICENSED THERAPISTS ARE A CRITICAL PART OF OUR CLINICAL TEAM. WE’RE SEEKING PRE-LICENSED THERAPISTS THAT ARE:
- Able to gain licensure in the state.
- Require supervision and/or client contact hours
- Experienced in working with adult, and/or child and adolescent populations
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.
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!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are actively looking to hire talented pre-licensed therapists 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
WHAT WE OFFER PRE-LICENSED THERAPISTS:
- Competitive compensation $75,000+
- Generous ‘above market’ compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings
- Flexible work schedule
- Outpatient only
- Full-time available
- No hospital call
- Hybrid schedule with telemedicine and in-person flexibility
- 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
- Latest in digital technology
- Strong work/life balance
PRE-LICENSED THERAPISTS ARE A CRITICAL PART OF OUR CLINICAL TEAM. WE’RE SEEKING PRE-LICENSED THERAPISTS THAT ARE:
- Able to gain licensure in the state.
- Require supervision and/or client contact hours
- Experienced in working with adult, and/or child and adolescent populations
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.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Licensed Therapist
Clarify your licensure status before applying
State licensure requirements vary. If you're still completing supervised hours toward full licensure, be upfront with employers. Many clinics hire pre-licensed therapists, but your OPT authorization must cover the supervised role you're actually performing.
Target employers familiar with work authorization
Large hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and national behavioral health organizations are more likely to have HR teams experienced with OPT paperwork. Smaller private practices often lack the infrastructure to support work authorization requirements.
Address the 90-day unemployment limit proactively
OPT students can only accumulate 90 days of unemployment. If licensure delays push back your start date, those weeks count. Start your job search early enough to account for credentialing, background checks, and licensing board processing timelines.
Understand how STEM OPT applies to therapy roles
Most Licensed Therapist positions are not in STEM-designated fields, so the 24-month STEM OPT extension typically does not apply. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO to know exactly how much authorized work time you have.
Document your supervised hours carefully during OPT
If you're accumulating supervised clinical hours toward licensure while on OPT, maintain detailed records. Your DSO may need documentation showing your work aligns with your degree program, which is required to remain in valid OPT status.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Licensed Therapist on OPT without full state licensure?
Yes, if you're working under supervision toward licensure, your OPT can cover that role as long as it's directly related to your degree field. Your job title will typically be associate therapist, counselor intern, or similar. Confirm with your DSO that the position description aligns with your degree program before accepting the offer.
Does a Licensed Therapist role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Most therapy and counseling degrees, including social work, clinical psychology, and marriage and family therapy, are not classified under STEM CIP codes. That means the 24-month STEM OPT extension is not available for most Licensed Therapist roles. Check your degree's CIP code with your DSO to confirm your total authorized work period.
How do I find Licensed Therapist employers who are open to OPT sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship willingness, so you're not wasting applications on employers who won't work with your status. Large behavioral health networks, hospital systems, and community health centers tend to have more experience navigating work authorization than small private practices.
Does state licensure affect my OPT employment authorization?
Your OPT authorization comes from USCIS, not your state licensing board. However, you cannot legally practice therapy in most states without the appropriate license or supervised registration. If your license application is delayed, you may not be able to start work even with valid OPT, which can count against your 90-day unemployment limit.
Can a Licensed Therapist role be sponsored for an H-1B after OPT ends?
Yes. Licensed clinical social worker, licensed professional counselor, and licensed psychologist roles generally qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B criteria because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Your employer would need to file an H-1B petition before your OPT expires. Discuss this timeline with your employer well before your OPT end date.
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