Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - California at Headlight

Are you a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California eager to make a profound difference, not just in individual lives but across the entire mental healthcare system? Imagine being part of a movement dedicated to revolutionizing how people access crucial support and how clinicians deliver exceptional care. Headlight, founded by passionate psychiatrists, stands on the front lines of today's mental health crisis. We champion innovation and transparency, leveraging insights to constantly improve our services, all with a powerful, simple mission: improving lives, one session at a time. This is a chance to extend your impact far beyond traditional practice, shaping the future of care with institutional backing and true autonomy, all from the comfort of a fully remote setup.

Overview

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) at Headlight, you will join our highly skilled and principled clinical team, empowered with the autonomy and robust institutional support needed to truly focus on patient outcomes. We believe in fostering an environment where clinicians do more than just help individual clients. You will contribute to a larger effort, working to elevate standards of care, allowing your efforts to resonate far beyond what's possible in a traditional private practice. Headlight stands as the most trusted behavioral health partner in the Western U.S., built on deep relationships, unparalleled access, and seamless interoperability. This role is a fully remote opportunity, allowing you to deliver impactful care from anywhere globally, provided you hold a valid California LMFT license and can serve clients within California.

Key Responsibilities

As an LMFT with Headlight, your primary duties will encompass the following:

Deliver high-quality, evidence-based psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families in a virtual setting.
Develop personalized treatment plans, regularly assessing progress and adjusting interventions as needed.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with state and federal regulations, as well as Headlight policies.
Actively participate in clinical supervision, team meetings, and professional development opportunities.
Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive and integrated patient care.
Uphold the highest ethical and legal standards of the MFT profession in California.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need to meet these qualifications:

Possess a current, active, and unrestricted Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) license in the state of California.
Demonstrated experience in providing psychotherapy to diverse populations, including individuals, couples, and families.
Strong understanding and application of various therapeutic modalities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, crucial for both client interaction and documentation.
Comfortable and proficient with technology for telehealth delivery, including secure video conferencing and electronic health records.
Ability to work autonomously while also being a collaborative team player within a supportive clinical environment.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to ethical guidelines.

What You'll Gain

Joining Headlight offers more than just a job; it's an opportunity for significant personal and professional growth:

The profound satisfaction of contributing to a movement that truly transforms mental healthcare access and delivery.
Significant professional autonomy combined with robust institutional support, allowing you to focus on what matters most: patient well-being.
Opportunities to collaborate with a diverse and highly skilled clinical team, elevating standards of care collectively.
A chance to expand your impact far beyond traditional private practice, helping to shape the future of behavioral health.
Access to innovative tools and data-driven insights that continuously improve care delivery.
Competitive compensation structure, recognizing your expertise and dedication.
The flexibility and convenience of a fully remote position, enabling a better work-life balance.
Ongoing professional development and growth within a supportive and forward-thinking organization.