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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) roles are among the more sponsorship-friendly mental health positions in the U.S. Employers can sponsor through H-1B or O-1 visas, and state licensure requirements shape how quickly you can start practicing after arrival. 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 talented therapists in the Yonkers, NY area, 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
- Outpatient hybrid system
What we offer Therapists:
- Flexible work schedules with a hybrid system. In person and remote
- Full benefits package W2: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, and more.
- Collegial work environment.
- Newly designed and modern offices.
- Full administrative support.
- Latest in digital technology.
- Strong work/life balance
- Full-time Sign-on Bonus
- Above market compensation - Range from $72,000 to $110,000
- Cash based incentive plan
- Unlimited membership for continuing Education
- LCSW, LMHC, LMFT
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Fully licensed and credentialed in one or more US states
- LCSW, LMHC, LMFT
- Hybrid system 2 days in office
- Full-time 30 hours or more
- 2 evenings
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 therapists in the Yonkers, NY area, 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
- Outpatient hybrid system
What we offer Therapists:
- Flexible work schedules with a hybrid system. In person and remote
- Full benefits package W2: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, and more.
- Collegial work environment.
- Newly designed and modern offices.
- Full administrative support.
- Latest in digital technology.
- Strong work/life balance
- Full-time Sign-on Bonus
- Above market compensation - Range from $72,000 to $110,000
- Cash based incentive plan
- Unlimited membership for continuing Education
- LCSW, LMHC, LMFT
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Fully licensed and credentialed in one or more US states
- LCSW, LMHC, LMFT
- Hybrid system 2 days in office
- Full-time 30 hours or more
- 2 evenings
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 Licensed Marriage And Family Therapist Lmft
Confirm your degree meets state licensure requirements before applying
Most states require a master's or doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy or a closely related field. International degrees often need credential evaluation to confirm equivalency before a state licensing board will accept your application.
Target employers who already sponsor mental health roles
Large hospital systems, community mental health centers, and integrated care organizations are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for licensed therapists. Smaller private practices rarely have the legal infrastructure to sponsor a work visa petition.
Understand the provisional licensing gap and how it affects your start date
Most states require supervised hours before granting full LMFT licensure. If you arrive without a license, your H-1B approval may be delayed because USCIS expects licensure to be in place before the petition is approved.
Get your foreign degree evaluated early in your job search
USCIS requires evidence that your education meets U.S. standards for specialty occupation status. A credential evaluation from a recognized evaluator strengthens your H-1B petition and addresses questions about non-U.S. degree equivalency upfront.
Ask about cap-exempt employers to bypass the H-1B lottery
Universities, nonprofit hospitals affiliated with higher education institutions, and government research organizations are exempt from the H-1B annual cap. Therapists employed by these organizations can file year-round without entering the lottery.
Clarify licensure portability if you plan to relocate between states
LMFT licensure is not federally standardized. If your sponsoring employer is in one state and you later move, you may need to relicense entirely. Confirm reciprocity agreements between states before committing to a position.
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Does an LMFT role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS has consistently recognized marriage and family therapy as a specialty occupation because the role normally requires at minimum a master's degree in a specific field. Your employer will need to document that the position requires this degree level and that your credentials match. Applications where the job description is vague about degree requirements are more vulnerable to a Request for Evidence.
Can I work as an LMFT in the U.S. if I'm not yet licensed in that state?
Generally no, at least not independently. Most H-1B petitions for LMFT roles require that you hold an active state license before USCIS approves the petition. Some employers hire associates under supervision while licensure is pending, but the visa petition itself typically cannot be approved until licensure is confirmed. Check the specific requirements for the state where the job is located before applying.
Which visa types are available to international LMFTs seeking U.S. sponsorship?
The H-1B is the most common route for LMFTs, as the role meets specialty occupation criteria. The O-1A is an option for therapists with national or international recognition, such as published research, awards, or leadership in professional organizations. J-1 exchange visitor visas are used by some clinical training programs but carry a two-year home residency requirement afterward. Each path has different employer obligations and processing timelines.
How do I find employers that sponsor H-1B visas for LMFT positions?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find LMFT roles filtered by sponsorship availability. Beyond that, reviewing public OFLC disclosure data from the Department of Labor shows which employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for mental health roles in the past. Community mental health centers, federally qualified health centers, and large hospital-affiliated behavioral health programs appear most frequently as sponsors for licensed therapist roles.
Does my master's degree from outside the U.S. qualify for an LMFT H-1B petition?
It can qualify, but you'll need a formal credential evaluation from a recognized evaluation service to establish equivalency with a U.S. master's degree in marriage and family therapy or a related field. USCIS will review both the evaluation and the state licensing board's acceptance of your degree. If your home country program covered fewer clinical hours or different core competencies than U.S. programs, your employer's immigration attorney may need to submit additional supporting documentation.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Licensed Marriage And Family Therapist Lmft 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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