Mental Health Therapist 1099

Mental Health Therapist 1099 role at Teladoc Health

Empowering Minds, Transforming Lives! Do you want to be a part of one of the most innovative healthcare experiences in the world? Do you enjoy building a better world through connections? If you answered yes to both, Teladoc Health Medical Group may be the right place for you!

Job Summary

Are you passionate about supporting mental health and ready to make a difference at scale? Teladoc Health, a global leader in virtual care, is expanding its network of independent Mental Health Therapists to meet growing demand for high‑quality, accessible care—anytime, anywhere.

We are currently seeking licensed therapists in one of the following states: California, Texas, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Maryland, Kentucky, Minnesota, Arkansas, Indiana, Utah, West Virginia, Nevada, Kansas, New Mexico, Iowa, Nebraska, New Hampshire, Delaware, Hawaii, or District of Columbia (LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC) to provide virtual mental health services on a 1099 contract basis.

Key Responsibilities (as an Independent Contractor)

• Deliver individual therapy sessions virtually (via secure video and phone), focusing on adolescent and adult populations.
• Assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans using evidence‑based therapeutic approaches.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with applicable legal and ethical standards.
• Coordinate with Teladoc’s support teams as needed to facilitate client care and resolve technical issues.
• Exercise independent clinical judgment to manage client care in a remote setting.

Requirements

• Experience providing therapy in an unsupervised, independent practice setting.
• Active license (LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC) in at least one of the following states: California, Texas, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Maryland, Kentucky, Minnesota, Arkansas, Indiana, Utah, West Virginia, Nevada, Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska, New Hampshire, Delaware, Hawaii, or District of Columbia with eligibility to treat patients independently.
• Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience working with clients managing PTSD, depression, anxiety, or trauma‑related conditions.
• Strong clinical skills and ability to operate autonomously in a telehealth environment.
• Proficient in using EHR systems and telehealth platforms.

Contractor Perks

• Flexible schedule – you choose your hours.
• No billing or administrative overhead – focus on care delivery.
• Supportive infrastructure – access to scheduling tools, patient referrals, and clinical documentation systems.
• National reach – serve a diverse population from the comfort of your home.

Why Join Teladoc Health?

Teladoc Health is transforming the healthcare experience and empowering people everywhere to live healthier lives.

Teladoc Health is ranked #1 among direct‑to‑consumer telehealth providers in the J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Telehealth Satisfaction Study.

Teladoc Health is the largest and oldest telehealth company since 2002 and continues to grow and innovate. Join us and be part of a fast‑moving, collaborative, inspiring environment focused on people.

Diversity and Inclusion: Teladoc Health believes that personal and professional diversity is the key to innovation. We hire based solely on your strengths and qualifications.

At Teladoc, you’ll be a top employer recognized by numerous media and professional organizations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we never discriminate against any job candidate or employee due to age, race, religion, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, membership in an employee organization, medical condition, family history, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, parental status, or pregnancy. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.