Job Description

About Lyra Health

Lyra Health is the leading provider of mental health solutions for employers supporting more than 20 million people globally. The company has delivered 13 million sessions of mental health care, published more than 20 peer-reviewed studies, and delivered unmatched outcomes in terms of access, clinical effectiveness and cost efficiency. Extensive peer-reviewed research confirms Lyra’s transformative care model helps people recover twice as fast and results in a 26% annual reduction in overall healthcare claims costs. Lyra is transforming access to life-changing mental health care through Lyra Empower, the only fully integrated, AI-powered platform combining the highest-quality care and technology solutions.

About the Role

We are looking for a full-time, California licensed telehealth therapist who is passionate about whole-person, whole family mental health care to join our clinical team. This position reports to a Clinical Consultant in our Pediatric Behavioral Health program. 

This role is a great fit if you’re a California licensed clinician who enjoys partnering closely with members of the clinical team, including psychiatrists, coaches, nurses, and behavioral case managers. Providers who are excited to pilot innovative care protocols and techniques, grounded in evidence-based practice; and participate in training on our proprietary curriculum and collaborative care model are encouraged to apply. 

**Work hours include Monday - Friday 11 AM - 8PM PST/ 2 PM to 11 PM EST**

Candidates must successfully pass a drug screen and background check prior to employment for this role

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough intake assessments for children, teens, and families; identify presenting issues, risk factors, and mental health conditions; and use DSM-5 criteria to develop diagnostic impressions.
• Deliver structured therapeutic interventions targeting emotional regulation, anxiety, and other challenges; modify treatment approaches based on assessment findings and ongoing evaluations to meet each member’s unique needs.
• Foster a supportive environment for families, educate them on treatment strategies, and involve them in care planning to support the child’s or adolescent’s progress effectively.
• Participate in case consultations and interdisciplinary team meetings, contribute to shared treatment planning, and maintain consistent communication with the team regarding members’ progress.
• Conduct telehealth sessions with adherence to telehealth best practices, ensure member confidentiality and security, and address technical issues promptly to optimize member experience.
• Document all interactions thoroughly and promptly; update care plans as needed; participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to telehealth, privacy, and quality guidelines.
• Apply trauma-informed practices and developmental considerations across treatment, ensuring safety, respect, and a supportive therapeutic environment. EMDR training preferred for trauma-focused interventions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a clinical track (e.g., MSW, MFT, MC, MMHC)
• Unrestricted LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMHC, or equivalent license (i.e., able to work independently, without supervision from a licensed supervisor) without current, past, or pending disciplinary action 
• Practice evidence-based techniques to motivate, guide, and help our members meet their goals successfully, including, but not limited to, CBT, DBT, ACT, MI, PMT, & EMDR
• Tech-savvy and comfortable practicing telehealth via video
• Organized and excited by a dynamic team environment
• Warm and engaging clinical style
• Availability to work evening hours, potential opportunity to work Saturdays
• Experience with pediatric trauma work required 
• Partner closely with other members of the clinical team, including psychiatrists, coaches, nurses, and behavioral case managers
• Pilot innovative therapy protocols and techniques
• Participate in training on our proprietary curriculum and collaborative care model

As a full-time Licensed Mental Health Therapist, you will be employed by Lyra Clinical Associates P.C. We manage the business operations so you can focus on providing high-quality mental health care. Here are just some of our available perks and benefits:

• Competitive base pay for your session work and administrative work 
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (including medical, dental, and vision, FSA/HSA, life, and disability insurance)
• Lyra’s benefits package includes gender-affirming surgery
• Access to Lyra for Lyrians; coaching and therapy services for you and your dependents
• Competitive time off with pay policies, including vacation time, sick days, and company holidays
• Paid parental bonding leave for birthing and non-birthing parents
• 401k and retirement benefits
• Employee well-being program with additional perks like: fertility and family building, maternity program, employer discount marketplace, pet insurance, and financial planning tools
• Free live and recorded webinars with CE approval from APA, ASWB, and NBCC
• Malpractice liability insurance policy
• Licensure renewal reimbursement—up to 5 state licenses
• Opportunity for cross-licensure sponsorship and support, if eligible
• A caseload of motivated clients from diverse industries and backgrounds matched with your expertise using specific search features in the care platform
• A new Chromebook, dedicated business support from Operations, HR, and IT professionals, and a monthly technology stipend
• We like to spread joy throughout the year with well-being perks and activities, surprise swag, regular community celebration…and more! 

The anticipated starting base salary range for a full-time Licensed Mental Health Therapist is $84,000-$106,000 annually. The base salary is determined by role and placement within the range, and will depend on a number of job-related factors, including but not limited to your skills, qualifications, and location. 

At Lyra, base salary is only one aspect of an employee’s total compensation package, which may additionally include comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement benefits, and time off with pay. 

*Please note that although our application mentions a cover letter, we do not require a cover letter in order to be considered for this role. For questions about this position, please reach out to lyrarecruiting@lyrahealth.com

" We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other category protected by law.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge that your personal information will be processed as per the Lyra Health  Workforce Privacy Notice . Through this application, to the extent permitted by law, we will collect personal information from you including, but not limited to, your name, email address, gender identity, employment information, and phone number for the purposes of recruiting and assessing suitability, aptitude, skills, qualifications, and interests for employment with Lyra. We may also collect information about your race, ethnicity, and sexual orientation, which is considered sensitive personal information under the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) and special category data under the UK and EU GDPR. Providing this information is optional and completely voluntary, and if you provide it you consent to Lyra processing it for the purposes as described at the point of collection, for example for diversity and inclusion initiatives. If you are a California resident and would like to limit how we use this information, please use the Limit the Use of My Sensitive Personal Information  form . This information will only be retained for as long as needed to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, as described above. Please note that Lyra does not “sell” or “share” personal information as defined by the CPRA. Outside of the United States, for example in the EU, Switzerland and the UK, you may have the right to request access to, or a copy of, your personal information, including in a portable format; request that we delete your information from our systems; object to or restrict processing of your information; or correct inaccurate or outdated personal information in our systems. These rights may be subject to legal limitations. To exercise your data privacy rights outside of the United States, please contact  globaldpo@lyrahealth.com . For more information about how we use and retain your information, please see our  Workforce Privacy Notice ."

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