Remote Primary Therapist Jobs
Remote Primary Therapist jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first behavioral health firms and distributed telehealth teams regularly posting openings in mental health, substance use treatment, and community counseling. Employers hiring remotely right now include Eating Recovery Center, Eating Recovery Center Pathlight Mood and Anxiety Center, and BasePoint Academy. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Who We Are
We're changing lives, and we're hiring people who want to do the same.
ERC Pathlight treats eating disorders, mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions with evidence-based, compassionate care. We meet patients where they are, through locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, and help them build recovery that lasts.
Founded in 2008 by psychiatrists and psychologists, we've helped 35,000+ people start their recovery. The need for quality mental health care keeps growing, and we're looking for people who want to meet it.
Why Join Us
Your work matters. You matter.
You'll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and leaders who do right by our patients, every time. If you're driven by purpose and ready to transform mental health care, you belong here.
What you'll be doing:
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST
Seeking therapists with full independent licensure in Texas State. Position is 100% remote, Full- time (40 hours per week). 4 Hours of group therapy per day. with 16 individual and family sessions per week
Program Details: Virtual Partial Hospitalization
The Virtual Primary Therapist conducts individual and group therapy (adults, children and adolescents) on topics such as mood, anxiety, stress and eating disorders; conducts family therapy and/or family education sessions; develops each patient's individualized treatment plan; and works with interdisciplinary treatment team to implement the plan. All sessions are conducted within a HIPAA compliant telehealth platform, following established protocols. Virtual therapists are required to obtain and maintain licensure for additional states, as needed, under the direction of their clinical manager/director. This position is remote.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
- Conducts psychotherapy including individual, group and family therapy
- For each patient on case load, completes clinical paperwork and administrative tasks including:
- Treatment plans
- Individual and Family Therapy progress notes and group notes
- Aftercare plan
- Discharge summary
- Regular communication with patient's outpatient community provider(s)
- Conducts comprehensive assessments and treatment planning for each patient on case load
- Completes psychosocial, self-harm and suicide assessments
- Creates individualized treatment plan with specific and measurable goals in collaboration with treatment team members
- Creates treatment agreements, support plans or behavior plans as needed
- Attends treatment team meetings and treatment team rounds, to coordinate patient's care with interdisciplinary team. May provide training and guidance to less experienced teammates
Primary Therapist II must haves:
- Graduate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related (required)
- Has obtained and maintains an independent mental health license as required by state to practice individual therapy (required)
- Has carried significant individual and/or family caseload for at least 2 years with documented success in treating patients with common diagnoses and expected comorbidities; Demonstrated ability to work independently; Developing specialty within line of service and broadening expertise with other populations.
- Experience facilitating individual and family therapy
- Ability to move from one group assignment, linen of service, and/or ages to the next with ease - flexibility
- Collaborative nature, strong communication - multi-disciplinary team
- Engaging and skilled in navigating video interactions
- Familiarity with or ability to easily and quickly learn required technology including a video meeting platform, EMHR, and other computer programs
Primary Therapist III must haves:
- Graduate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related (required)
- Has obtained and maintains an independent mental health license as required by state to practice individual therapy (required)
- At least 3 years post licensure experience working with mood, anxiety, ED and/or trauma related disorders; Some experience supervising other clinicians; Has carried a significant individual and/or family caseload, with success treating more complex cases.
- Ability to move from one group assignment, linen of service, and/or ages to the next with ease - flexibility
- Collaborative nature, strong communication - multi-disciplinary team
- Engaging and skilled in navigating video interactions
- Familiarity with or ability to easily and quickly learn required technology including a video meeting platform, EMHR, and other computer programs
What We Offer
At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life.
We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career.
We also recognize that mental health is part of every person's experience. That's why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home.
When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.
Who We Are
We're changing lives, and we're hiring people who want to do the same.
ERC Pathlight treats eating disorders, mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions with evidence-based, compassionate care. We meet patients where they are, through locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, and help them build recovery that lasts.
Founded in 2008 by psychiatrists and psychologists, we've helped 35,000+ people start their recovery. The need for quality mental health care keeps growing, and we're looking for people who want to meet it.
Why Join Us
Your work matters. You matter.
You'll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and leaders who do right by our patients, every time. If you're driven by purpose and ready to transform mental health care, you belong here.
What you'll be doing:
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST
Seeking therapists with full independent licensure in Texas State. Position is 100% remote, Full- time (40 hours per week). 4 Hours of group therapy per day. with 16 individual and family sessions per week
Program Details: Virtual Partial Hospitalization
The Virtual Primary Therapist conducts individual and group therapy (adults, children and adolescents) on topics such as mood, anxiety, stress and eating disorders; conducts family therapy and/or family education sessions; develops each patient's individualized treatment plan; and works with interdisciplinary treatment team to implement the plan. All sessions are conducted within a HIPAA compliant telehealth platform, following established protocols. Virtual therapists are required to obtain and maintain licensure for additional states, as needed, under the direction of their clinical manager/director. This position is remote.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
- Conducts psychotherapy including individual, group and family therapy
- For each patient on case load, completes clinical paperwork and administrative tasks including:
- Treatment plans
- Individual and Family Therapy progress notes and group notes
- Aftercare plan
- Discharge summary
- Regular communication with patient's outpatient community provider(s)
- Conducts comprehensive assessments and treatment planning for each patient on case load
- Completes psychosocial, self-harm and suicide assessments
- Creates individualized treatment plan with specific and measurable goals in collaboration with treatment team members
- Creates treatment agreements, support plans or behavior plans as needed
- Attends treatment team meetings and treatment team rounds, to coordinate patient's care with interdisciplinary team. May provide training and guidance to less experienced teammates
Primary Therapist II must haves:
- Graduate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related (required)
- Has obtained and maintains an independent mental health license as required by state to practice individual therapy (required)
- Has carried significant individual and/or family caseload for at least 2 years with documented success in treating patients with common diagnoses and expected comorbidities; Demonstrated ability to work independently; Developing specialty within line of service and broadening expertise with other populations.
- Experience facilitating individual and family therapy
- Ability to move from one group assignment, linen of service, and/or ages to the next with ease - flexibility
- Collaborative nature, strong communication - multi-disciplinary team
- Engaging and skilled in navigating video interactions
- Familiarity with or ability to easily and quickly learn required technology including a video meeting platform, EMHR, and other computer programs
Primary Therapist III must haves:
- Graduate degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related (required)
- Has obtained and maintains an independent mental health license as required by state to practice individual therapy (required)
- At least 3 years post licensure experience working with mood, anxiety, ED and/or trauma related disorders; Some experience supervising other clinicians; Has carried a significant individual and/or family caseload, with success treating more complex cases.
- Ability to move from one group assignment, linen of service, and/or ages to the next with ease - flexibility
- Collaborative nature, strong communication - multi-disciplinary team
- Engaging and skilled in navigating video interactions
- Familiarity with or ability to easily and quickly learn required technology including a video meeting platform, EMHR, and other computer programs
What We Offer
At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life.
We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career.
We also recognize that mental health is part of every person's experience. That's why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home.
When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote primary therapist jobs.
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related clinical field
- Active state licensure such as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or LCPC
- Experience conducting individual and group therapy sessions
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems for clinical documentation
- Knowledge of evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
- Experience with treatment planning, progress notes, and discharge documentation
Tips for Your Remote Primary Therapist Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote primary therapist openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles matched to your license type and clinical focus and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Show async documentation skills upfront
Remote primary therapist employers screen for written communication and EHR proficiency before the first interview. Mention specific platforms you've used, your average note-completion time, and any experience with telehealth-specific documentation workflows in your application materials.
Verify multi-state licensure before applying
Many remote primary therapist roles serve clients across state lines, so employers often require compact licensure or active licenses in more than one state. Check whether a role specifies required states and confirm your credentials match before submitting.
Prepare for competency-based remote interviews
Remote clinical interviews focus on how you manage a caseload independently, handle crisis situations without on-site backup, and maintain therapeutic alliance over video. Practice walking through real case examples that demonstrate self-directed decision-making and remote crisis response.
Remote Primary Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote primary therapist job?
Target companies that deliver care through telehealth platforms or run fully distributed clinical teams, since those employers are built for remote work and screen for it directly. Remote hiring managers look for self-direction, strong written case documentation, and comfort managing a caseload without in-person supervision. Candidates who can demonstrate experience with video-based sessions, electronic health records, and async clinical communication stand out.
Which companies hire remote primary therapists?
Remote primary therapist roles are posted by Eating Recovery Center, Eating Recovery Center Pathlight Mood and Anxiety Center, and BasePoint Academy and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring tends to concentrate at remote-first telehealth companies, distributed behavioral health networks, and virtual intensive outpatient programs operating across multiple states.
Can you get a remote primary therapist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level primary therapist roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage a caseload and handle clinical documentation independently from day one. Telehealth startups and community mental health organizations that run virtual programs are the most likely to hire early-career candidates. Completed internships, supervised practicum hours, and demonstrated comfort with EHR systems help open the door when direct experience is limited.
Do you need a degree for remote primary therapist jobs?
Usually, yes. Most remote primary therapist roles require at minimum a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related clinical field, plus a state license to practice. Some employers will consider candidates who are license-eligible and working toward full licensure, particularly at telehealth companies with built-in clinical supervision structures.
Which industries hire the most remote primary therapists?
Most remote primary therapist openings sit in Healthcare & Medical Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire primary therapists remotely because their distributed service models require licensed clinicians who can deliver care and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams without being tied to a single physical location.
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