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Family Counselor roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA for Canadian and Mexican professionals with a relevant degree in counseling, psychology, or social work. Canadian citizens can secure TN status at the border or port of entry with no lottery and no annual cap, making this one of the more direct paths into U.S. clinical practice.
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Gould Medical Group is looking for skilled professionals to work in an outpatient mental health clinic, serving a wide variety of mental health disorders for children and adolescents. The program provides mental and emotional health assessments, education, and therapeutic interventions. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors may apply. Gould Medical Group is a growing, 525+ clinician multi-specialty group located about two hours east of San Francisco, California. Our communities offer quick access to the bay area as well as other hot spots such as Napa Valley, Yosemite, and Lake Tahoe.
POSITION DETAILS
- Position available in Modesto, CA
- Base salary $100,000-$110,000
- Behavioral Health department consists of Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Advanced Practicing Clinicians
- Would need to see pediatric patient population (18 and under)
- Will be integrated with the Pediatrics department seeing patients for health assessments, education, and therapeutic interventions.
- Mostly short-term individual psychotherapy
- Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in utilizing evidence-based therapeutic interventions appropriate for the primary care setting, including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), and Motivational Interviewing (MI), with patients across the lifespan.
- Candidates should also be able to provide culturally responsive care, respecting and valuing the diverse backgrounds and experiences of patients.
- Candidates should be able to deliver brief, focused interventions (typically 15–30-minute visits) consistent with the consultative, high-volume nature of the PCBH model, as opposed to traditional 50-minute psychotherapy sessions.
- Candidates should be comfortable receiving warm hand-offs and same-day referrals from primary care providers and providing real-time curbside consultation to the medical team.
- Candidates should be skilled in triaging and managing a broad, undifferentiated range of presenting concerns (e.g., depression, anxiety, chronic pain, insomnia, health behavior change, chronic disease management) rather than a specialty caseload.
- Candidates should be able to document efficiently in the shared medical record using concise, functionally oriented progress notes (e.g., SOAP format) that are accessible and useful to medical providers.
- Candidates should be able to support population health and preventive care efforts, including behavioral health screenings (e.g., PHQ-9, GAD-7) and pathway/protocol-driven care for identified patient populations.
- Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to manage an unscheduled, fluid clinic flow, and to function as an integrated member of the primary care team rather than an independent specialty provider.
- Freedom to set work hours and schedule. Some opportunity to set treatment modality and treatment length.
- Some telework available onsite
- Will need to have alternative hours, including some evening work after 5:00pm
- Call is one week in twenty-three weeks (phone only)
- Low paperwork demands
- No inpatient work
- Stable and growing group
QUALIFICATIONS
Licensed Clinician
JOIN US AND ENJOY
- Annual 12.0% 401(k) gift
- Annual CME / business expense allowance
- Full health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Group paid malpractice and tail coverage
- Individual and Group Performance Bonus
- Relocation assistance
ORGANIZATION DETAILS
Gould Medical Group is a growing, 525+ clinician multi-specialty group located about two hours east of San Francisco, California. Our communities offer quick access to the bay area as well as other hot spots such as Napa Valley, Yosemite, and Lake Tahoe.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
- Close proximity to the Bay Area but a lower cost of living
- Short driving distance to Yosemite, wine country, Lake Tahoe, Monterey
- Centrally located with quick access to skiing, hiking, surfing, and entertainment venues of various types
- Rapidly growing communities
- Excellent school options
- Average of 260 days of sunshine annually
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
It is the policy of Sutter Health and its partners to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of basis of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state or federal law, ordinance or regulation. We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within each medical group, company, hospital, department, and service area. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of Sutter's employment policies and practices.
INTRODUCTION
Gould Medical Group is looking for skilled professionals to work in an outpatient mental health clinic, serving a wide variety of mental health disorders for children and adolescents. The program provides mental and emotional health assessments, education, and therapeutic interventions. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors may apply. Gould Medical Group is a growing, 525+ clinician multi-specialty group located about two hours east of San Francisco, California. Our communities offer quick access to the bay area as well as other hot spots such as Napa Valley, Yosemite, and Lake Tahoe.
POSITION DETAILS
- Position available in Modesto, CA
- Base salary $100,000-$110,000
- Behavioral Health department consists of Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, and Advanced Practicing Clinicians
- Would need to see pediatric patient population (18 and under)
- Will be integrated with the Pediatrics department seeing patients for health assessments, education, and therapeutic interventions.
- Mostly short-term individual psychotherapy
- Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in utilizing evidence-based therapeutic interventions appropriate for the primary care setting, including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), and Motivational Interviewing (MI), with patients across the lifespan.
- Candidates should also be able to provide culturally responsive care, respecting and valuing the diverse backgrounds and experiences of patients.
- Candidates should be able to deliver brief, focused interventions (typically 15–30-minute visits) consistent with the consultative, high-volume nature of the PCBH model, as opposed to traditional 50-minute psychotherapy sessions.
- Candidates should be comfortable receiving warm hand-offs and same-day referrals from primary care providers and providing real-time curbside consultation to the medical team.
- Candidates should be skilled in triaging and managing a broad, undifferentiated range of presenting concerns (e.g., depression, anxiety, chronic pain, insomnia, health behavior change, chronic disease management) rather than a specialty caseload.
- Candidates should be able to document efficiently in the shared medical record using concise, functionally oriented progress notes (e.g., SOAP format) that are accessible and useful to medical providers.
- Candidates should be able to support population health and preventive care efforts, including behavioral health screenings (e.g., PHQ-9, GAD-7) and pathway/protocol-driven care for identified patient populations.
- Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to manage an unscheduled, fluid clinic flow, and to function as an integrated member of the primary care team rather than an independent specialty provider.
- Freedom to set work hours and schedule. Some opportunity to set treatment modality and treatment length.
- Some telework available onsite
- Will need to have alternative hours, including some evening work after 5:00pm
- Call is one week in twenty-three weeks (phone only)
- Low paperwork demands
- No inpatient work
- Stable and growing group
QUALIFICATIONS
Licensed Clinician
JOIN US AND ENJOY
- Annual 12.0% 401(k) gift
- Annual CME / business expense allowance
- Full health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Group paid malpractice and tail coverage
- Individual and Group Performance Bonus
- Relocation assistance
ORGANIZATION DETAILS
Gould Medical Group is a growing, 525+ clinician multi-specialty group located about two hours east of San Francisco, California. Our communities offer quick access to the bay area as well as other hot spots such as Napa Valley, Yosemite, and Lake Tahoe.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
- Close proximity to the Bay Area but a lower cost of living
- Short driving distance to Yosemite, wine country, Lake Tahoe, Monterey
- Centrally located with quick access to skiing, hiking, surfing, and entertainment venues of various types
- Rapidly growing communities
- Excellent school options
- Average of 260 days of sunshine annually
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
It is the policy of Sutter Health and its partners to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of basis of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state or federal law, ordinance or regulation. We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within each medical group, company, hospital, department, and service area. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of Sutter's employment policies and practices.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Family Counselor
Verify your credential meets TN standards
TN visa eligibility for Family Counselors requires a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in counseling, psychology, or social work. A degree in a loosely related field like sociology often fails the specialty occupation test at the border, so confirm your transcript reflects the qualifying discipline before applying.
Target employers with active state licensure support
Many U.S. states require a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist credential before you can practice independently. Prioritize employers who sponsor provisional licensure during your supervised hours, since your TN approval does not substitute for state clinical licensing requirements.
Request a TN-specific offer letter from your employer
Your offer letter must state your job title as Family Counselor, your qualifying degree, and that the position is temporary in nature. Generic offer letters omit TN-specific language and create delays at the port of entry or during USCIS adjudication for Mexicans filing Form I-129.
Understand the Mexican TN cap and plan your timeline
Mexican nationals are subject to a 5,500 annual TN allocation and must file Form I-129 with USCIS rather than applying at the border. Build at least 90 days of processing time into your start date to account for USCIS adjudication before your intended employment begins.
Search for TN-sponsored Family Counselor roles on Migrate Mate
Filtering for employers who understand TN requirements saves significant time. Migrate Mate lets you search Family Counselor roles specifically tagged for TN visa sponsorship, connecting you with employers already familiar with the USMCA professional categories and the clinical documentation they need to provide.
Prepare a Canadian border application packet in advance
Canadian citizens apply for TN status directly at a U.S. port of entry with no appointment needed. Bring your degree transcripts, a credential evaluation if your institution is outside Canada, and your signed offer letter to avoid secondary inspection due to incomplete documentation.
Family Counselor TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Family Counselor role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Family Counselor is a recognized USMCA professional category that qualifies for TN visa status. The position must require a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in counseling, psychology, or social work, and the employer's offer letter must reflect that the role matches that qualifying field. A general mental health support role without a clear degree requirement will not meet the standard.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Family Counselors?
The TN visa has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and can be obtained at a port of entry the same day you travel. The H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship, a lottery selection, and months of waiting. For Canadian and Mexican Family Counselors with a qualifying degree and a U.S. job offer, the TN is a faster and more predictable path to employment than the H-1B.
Can I use Migrate Mate to find Family Counselor jobs with TN sponsorship?
Yes. Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for roles that come with TN visa sponsorship. You can filter for Family Counselor positions where the employer already understands TN requirements, which means you spend less time explaining your status and more time advancing through the hiring process.
Does my Canadian or Mexican counseling license transfer to the U.S. under TN status?
No. TN status grants you permission to work in the U.S., but it does not transfer your provincial or national professional license. Each U.S. state has its own clinical licensing board, and most require supervised practice hours, an exam such as the NCE or NCMHCE, and a separate state application. Many employers who sponsor TN status for Family Counselors will support you through the provisional licensure process while you complete those requirements.
What happens to my TN status if my Family Counselor employer closes or terminates my role?
Your TN status is tied to the specific employer and role listed in your approval. If that employment ends, your authorized TN period technically lapses, though there is a practical grace period in which you may seek new sponsorship and file for a new TN. Mexican nationals will need to file a new Form I-129 with USCIS, while Canadian citizens can apply at a port of entry with a new offer letter from a qualifying employer.