Counseling Therapist

About Synapticure As a patient and caregiver-founded company, Synapticure provides instant access to expert neurologists, cutting-edge treatments and trials, and wraparound care coordination and behavioral health support in all 50 states through a virtual care platform. Partnering with providers and health plans, including CMS' new GUIDE dementia care model, Synapticure is dedicated to transforming the lives of millions of individuals and their families living with neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ALS.

The Role Synapticure is seeking an experienced and compassionate Licensed Psychotherapist to join our growing multidisciplinary dementia care team. In this fully remote role, you will conduct mental health evaluations for patients with neurodegenerative diseases. You will also deliver counseling therapy services to patients, families, and caregivers via individual, family, and group therapies using evidence‑based treatments. You will collaborate with neurologists, behavioral health clinicians, psychiatrists, psychologists and care navigators to deliver comprehensive, person‑centered care that integrates cognitive, behavioral, and functional insights into every treatment plan. The ideal candidate has extensive experience working with patients with neurodegenerative conditions, demonstrates clinical excellence, and is passionate about making specialized neuropsychological care accessible through telehealth.

Job Duties – What you’ll be doing:

• Provide individual, couples, and family therapy via secure telehealth platforms for patients and caregivers.
• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, develop and monitor treatment plans, and maintain timely and compliant documentation.
• Deliver evidence‑based interventions (e.g., CBT, ACT, mindfulness, supportive therapy, grief counseling) tailored to patients with neurological illness and their caregivers.
• Facilitate caregiver support groups and psychoeducation sessions focused on coping, stress reduction, and resilience building.
• Collaborate closely with neurologists, psychologists, neuropsychologists, behavioral health team members, psychiatrists, and care coordinators to ensure coordinated and patient‑centered care.
• Identify psychosocial needs and link patients and families with community resources, support programs, and social services.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance, follow telehealth best practices, and adhere to ethical and professional standards of practice.
• Participate in team case conferences, professional development, and continuing education in the areas of behavioral health and neurology.

Therapy & Cognitive Support

• Deliver evidence‑based psychotherapy (e.g., CBT, ACT, supportive therapy) to address adjustment, anxiety, depression, mood‑disorder symptoms, and caregiver stress.
• Deliver individual, family, and group therapy interventions.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Collaborate virtually with neurologists, psychiatrists, psychologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and case managers to coordinate care.
• Participate in case conferences and contribute neurocognitive perspectives to multidisciplinary treatment planning.
• Offer consultation to providers regarding diagnostic differentials, cognitive profiles, and behavioral management strategies.

Program Development

• Collaborate on behavioral health outcomes research to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of clinical services.
• Maintain accurate, secure electronic health records and documentation consistent with HIPAA and telehealth best practices. Follow appropriate national organizations for guidelines for remote assessment and intervention (APA, NAN, NASW, ACA).

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a mental‑health–related field: Social Work (MSW), Marriage & Family Therapy, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, or Professional Counseling.
• Active clinical license in good standing as one of the following: LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or LMHC (or equivalent, depending on state).
• Active clinical license in one of the following states: CA, TX, FL, NM, WA, AZ. Additional state licensure is a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct clinical experience providing psychotherapy to adults or families.
• Experience with telehealth platforms and electronic health record documentation.
• Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with patients with neurodegenerative or chronic medical conditions (e.g., dementia, Parkinson’s, MS, ALS).
• Familiarity with caregiver stress, adjustment to illness, and grief and loss interventions.
• Training or certification in evidence‑based approaches for chronic illness or neurological populations.

Our Values

• Relentless focus on patients and caregivers. We are determined to provide an exceptional experience for every patient we serve, and we put our patients first in everything we do.
• Embody the spirit and humanity of those living with neurodegenerative disease. Inspired by our founders, families, and personal experiences, we recognize the seriousness of our patients’ circumstances and meet that challenge every day with empathy, compassion, kindness, and hope.
• Seek to understand, and stay curious. We start by listening to one another, our partners, our patients, and their caregivers. We communicate with authenticity and humility, recognizing we always have something to learn.
• Embrace the opportunity. We are energized by the importance of our mission and bias toward action.

Travel Expectations

This is a fully remote position. Minimal travel may be required for occasional team meetings or professional collaboration events.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Flexible scheduling with both full‑time and part‑time options (minimum 20 hours/week preferred).
• Dedicated administrative, scheduling, and billing support.
• Opportunities for professional development, research involvement, and clinical supervision.
• We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

We’re a remote‑first company; this role is fully remote. For additional information, contact us.