Mental Health Therapist - 1099 Contractor - Minnesota at Lyra Health

Mankato, Minnesota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Mental Health, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

  • Master’s or doctoral degree from a clinical track (e.g., MSW, MFT, MC, MMHC, PhD, PsyD)
  • Unrestricted LCSW, LMFT, LPC, PsyD, PhD, or equivalent license (i.e., able to work independently, without supervision from a licensed supervisor) without current, past, or pending disciplinary action
  • Experience and commitment to providing evidence-based treatments (e.g., ACT, CBT, CPT, DBT) and clinical best practices (e.g., measurement based care, promoting skills practice)
  • Ability to provide care to children, adults, couples, and/or families with a strong preference for in-person care delivery
  • Must have office space with ability to see clients in Minnesota area
  • Experience managing risk and responding to clinical crises, as needed
  • Full-time resident of the United States

Responsibilities

  • Provide culturally responsive, evidence-based therapy for children, adults, couples, and/or families
  • Manage caseloads that include a comprehensive spectrum of mental health needs, from milder presentations to more complex and severe support
  • Deliver care preferably in-person through private or group practice
  • Manage risk and respond to clinical crises, as needed

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

LCSWLMFTLPCPsyDPhDMSWMFTevidence-based therapyculturally responsive therapychild therapyadult therapycouples therapyfamily therapy

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What licenses are required for this Mental Health Therapist position?

Candidates must hold an unrestricted LCSW, LMFT, LPC, PsyD, PhD, or equivalent license allowing independent work without supervision or disciplinary action.

Is this a remote position or does it require in-person work?

In-person care delivery is strongly preferred, and you must have office space with the ability to see clients in the Minnesota area.

What experience or skills are needed for this therapist role?

A Master’s or doctoral degree from a clinical track is required, along with experience providing evidence-based treatments like ACT, CBT, CPT, DBT, managing risk and crises, and treating children, adults, couples, or families.

What are the benefits of joining the Lyra Health provider network?

Advantages include connecting with compatible clients via matching technology, setting your own schedule without minimum hours, easy appointment booking with Lyra Calendar, and reduced administrative burden through paperless billing.

What makes a strong candidate for this 1099 contractor therapist role?

Strong candidates are independently licensed therapists with experience across a spectrum of mental health needs, commitment to evidence-based practices, and the ability to provide in-person care in Minnesota with their own office space.

Lyra Health

Digital mental health care services for employees

About Lyra Health

Lyra Health offers mental health care services through a digital platform, primarily targeting businesses that want to support their employees. The company connects employees with a network of over 20,000 vetted mental health providers, offering services like therapy, coaching, and self-guided programs, accessible in-person or online. What sets Lyra Health apart is its concierge model, which provides personalized care and 24/7 support from care navigators. The goal is to improve employee wellness while helping businesses reduce healthcare costs.

Burlingame, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$671.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_FCompany Stage
Social Impact, HealthcareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Lyra for Lyrians - Full access to Lyra’s mental health services for employees and their eligible dependents—at no charge
Health benefits - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with a free monthly membership to One Medical
Financial rewards - Generous compensation, 401k, and equity options
Paid time off - Guilt-free time to unwind and recharge, including four weeks of vacation and paid holidays
Tech stipend - Monthly stipend to spend on technology needs
Snacks & meals - Monthly Uber Eats and NatureBox credits to nourish body and mind

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like Ginger and Headspace Health.
Potential regulatory scrutiny over data privacy concerns with digital platforms.
Economic downturns may lead to reduced corporate spending on employee benefits.

Differentiation

Lyra Health offers a concierge member experience with personalized mental health care.
The company has a global network of 20,000 providers in over 200 countries.
Lyra's evidence-based approach results in 7x better outcomes than traditional plans.

Upsides

Lyra Health's partnerships with AT&T and CHA validate its market position.
The company has sustained a 26% reduction in healthcare costs over four years.
Lyra's expansion into teen mental health care addresses a growing market need.

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