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Child therapists are in high demand across the U.S., and many employers, including school districts, pediatric clinics, and community mental health centers, sponsor H-1B and O-1 visas for licensed candidates. A master's degree and state licensure are typically required. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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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 a talented Licensed Child Therapist in our Scottsdale clinic, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
Is this you?
- Wanting to deliver high quality behavioral healthcare
- Seeking work life balance
- Interested in growing professionally
What we offer Therapists:
- Competitive compensation package based on productivity with uncapped earning potential
- Comp range of $(76,000-$101,000)
- W2 employed position
- Flexible work schedules
- Sign-on bonus
- Cash based incentive plan
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401K with 4% match
- Part-time and full-time options
- CEUs
- Paid parental leave
- Malpractice insurance provided
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Fully licensed in Arizona (LCSW, LPC, LMFT)
- Experienced in working with the child and adolescent population.
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 a talented Licensed Child Therapist in our Scottsdale clinic, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
Is this you?
- Wanting to deliver high quality behavioral healthcare
- Seeking work life balance
- Interested in growing professionally
What we offer Therapists:
- Competitive compensation package based on productivity with uncapped earning potential
- Comp range of $(76,000-$101,000)
- W2 employed position
- Flexible work schedules
- Sign-on bonus
- Cash based incentive plan
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401K with 4% match
- Part-time and full-time options
- CEUs
- Paid parental leave
- Malpractice insurance provided
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Fully licensed in Arizona (LCSW, LPC, LMFT)
- Experienced in working with the child and adolescent population.
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.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Child Therapist
Target school districts and hospital systems
School districts and pediatric hospital systems are among the most consistent H-1B sponsors for child therapists. They file in volume each year and often have HR teams experienced with the sponsorship process, making them lower-friction employers to approach.
Get your credentials evaluated early
If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a foreign credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before applying. Employers and state licensing boards both require this, and delays can push back your start date by several weeks.
Pursue state licensure as soon as possible
Most child therapist roles require an LCSW, LPC, or MFT license. Employers are far more likely to sponsor candidates who are already licensed or close to licensure, since unlicensed candidates can't practice independently in most clinical settings.
Highlight your specialty to stand out
Employers sponsoring visas want to justify the investment. Specializations like trauma-focused CBT, ABA for autism, or play therapy significantly strengthen your case. Lead with your clinical specialty in applications and make it central to your resume.
Understand the H-1B cap and timing
Most child therapist roles at private employers are subject to the H-1B lottery, with registration opening in March. Nonprofit community health centers and government-run schools are cap-exempt, meaning they can file year-round without lottery risk.
Ask about sponsorship directly and early
Don't wait until an offer to raise visa sponsorship. Bringing it up after the first or second interview, once there's clear mutual interest, avoids wasting time on employers who won't sponsor. Frame it as a process question, not a red flag.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do child therapist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship?
Yes. Child therapist positions qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B because they require at minimum a master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field. USCIS has consistently approved H-1B petitions for licensed clinical roles. Employers at nonprofit community health centers and public school systems can file as cap-exempt, bypassing the annual lottery entirely.
Is a U.S. degree required, or will an international degree be accepted?
An international master's degree is generally accepted, but it must be evaluated by a NACES-approved credential evaluation service to confirm U.S. equivalency. Both your sponsoring employer and your state licensing board will require this evaluation. A three-year master's from countries like India or the UK is typically accepted as equivalent to a U.S. master's degree, though evaluation outcomes can vary.
How do I find employers who sponsor visas for child therapists?
Migrate Mate is the best starting point, it filters job listings specifically for roles open to visa sponsorship, so you're not wasting applications on employers who won't sponsor. Focus your search on school districts, hospital-affiliated outpatient clinics, and federally qualified health centers, which tend to have established sponsorship infrastructure and file H-1B petitions regularly.
Does state licensure affect my chances of getting sponsored?
Significantly. Employers are far more willing to invest in sponsorship for candidates who are already licensed or within a few months of licensure. An unlicensed candidate requires supervision hours before practicing independently, which adds cost and complexity on top of the visa process. If you're still accumulating supervised hours, be transparent about your timeline and target employers who have supervision structures already in place.
Can child therapists pursue an O-1 visa instead of H-1B?
The O-1A is possible but difficult to obtain for most child therapists. It requires demonstrating extraordinary ability through evidence like published research, awards, or recognized contributions to the field, a high bar for clinicians in direct practice. The H-1B or, for Australians, the E-3 visa are more realistic paths. If you hold a doctoral degree and have a strong publication record, the O-1A is worth discussing with an immigration attorney.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Child Therapist jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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