[All remote jobs](https://jobicy.com/jobs.md)[![Headspace logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2021/04/Headspace.jpg)](https://jobicy.com/company/headspace.md)[Headspace](https://jobicy.com/company/headspace.md) # District of Columbia (DC) Remote Mental Health Licensed Therapist, 1099 Contractor Review the role, location requirements, compensation details, and application process before deciding whether this opportunity fits your next career move. [Apply for this job](#job-application)[View company](https://jobicy.com/company/headspace.md)ShareRemote from[USA](https://jobicy.com/job-region/usa.md)SalaryUSD 80–85 / hourDepartment[Healthcare & Medical](https://jobicy.com/categories/healthcare.md)EmploymentContractExperienceOpen levelPublished31 Oct 2026Apply before30 Nov 2026Listing views34Application actions2Application toolkit ## Make your next move. Prepare your resume, explore your fit, and draft a cover letter for this opportunity. AI Summary ## The role, at a glance. Headspace is seeking an independently licensed mental health therapist in the District of Columbia to deliver virtual psychotherapy as a 1099 contractor. The therapist will provide HIPAA-compliant teletherapy, document clinical notes in the EMR within 48 hours, maintain availability and licensure records, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team. Candidates need at least three years of psychotherapy experience, an unrestricted independent clinical license, and competence in evidence-based and culturally responsive care. The engagement is flexible and part-time, with an expectation to offer at least 10 bookable sessions weekly; scheduling demand may fluctuate. Compensation is stated as $80–$85 per teletherapy session, with sessions lasting 45 or 60 minutes. ## Role DNA A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description. ### Job Complexity 4/5EasyHard ### Pace & Pressure 3/5RelaxedFast-paced ### Autonomy Level 5/5GuidedFull ownership ### Communication Load 5/5IndependentCollaborative AI insightThe role requires independent clinical licensure, sound judgment for higher-acuity and risk-management situations, and proficiency across multiple evidence-based therapy approaches. Contractors work with substantial autonomy while maintaining timely documentation, quality standards, and coordinated care communication. ## Salary analysis Estimated compensation compared with the broader US market for similar roles. Estimated job median (per hour)Market rate$82.50US market range (per hour)$70–$1100$121.00 AI insightThe hourly pay period is inferred from the job context; it was not explicitly stated by the employer. Employer compensation is explicitly stated as USD 80–85 per teletherapy session. The posting describes 45-minute follow-up sessions and 60-minute intake sessions; for standardized comparison, the selected hourly cadence is inferred from the session-based rate. Estimated US market compensation for independently licensed remote therapists is USD 70–110 per hour. ## Core skills Skills and capabilities most closely associated with this opportunity. [Clinical psychotherapy](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Clinical%20psychotherapy.md)[Teletherapy](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Teletherapy.md)[CBT](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=CBT.md)[DBT](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=DBT.md)[Acceptance and commitment therapy](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Acceptance%20and%20commitment%20therapy.md)[Mindfulness-based interventions](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Mindfulness-based%20interventions.md)[Risk assessment](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Risk%20assessment.md)[Crisis management](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Crisis%20management.md)[Measurement-based care](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Measurement-based%20care.md)[HIPAA compliance](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=HIPAA%20compliance.md)[Electronic medical records](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Electronic%20medical%20records.md)[Clinical documentation](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Clinical%20documentation.md)[Culturally responsive care](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Culturally%20responsive%20care.md)[Interdisciplinary collaboration](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Interdisciplinary%20collaboration.md)[Licensure management](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Licensure%20management.md) Sample interview questionsHow do you adapt evidence-based treatment plans for clients receiving care through teletherapy?I begin with a structured assessment of symptoms, goals, risks, preferences, and the client’s telehealth environment. I then select and adapt interventions such as CBT, ACT, DBT skills, or mindfulness practices, using measurement tools and regular feedback to evaluate progress and revise the plan. How do you manage risk when a client presents with elevated acuity in a virtual session? I assess risk directly and document findings clearly, including protective factors, access to means, supports, and location. I collaborate on an appropriate safety plan, use emergency protocols when necessary, coordinate with relevant providers, and ensure follow-up reflects the level of clinical risk. What practices help you complete accurate clinical documentation within 48 hours? I use a consistent note structure and complete key elements as close to the session as possible, including through concurrent note-taking when clinically appropriate. I protect dedicated administrative time, document interventions and medical necessity clearly, and review notes for accuracy before locking them. How do you provide culturally responsive care to clients from diverse backgrounds? I approach each client with cultural humility, invite discussion of identity and lived experience, and avoid assumptions about values or goals. I tailor treatment collaboratively, seek consultation or education when needed, and monitor whether my approach is creating a safe and respectful therapeutic alliance. How would you coordinate care with health coaches, psychiatrists, and external providers while protecting confidentiality? I share only the minimum necessary information through approved secure channels and obtain appropriate consent before coordination. I communicate concise, clinically relevant updates, clarify roles and treatment goals, and document coordination activities in accordance with privacy and organizational requirements. Opportunity details ## About this role. ### About the Remote Licensed Therapist (1099 Contractor) role at Headspace: Headspace is currently seeking part-time, independently licensed contractor DC therapist to provide direct, virtual care as part of a multidisciplinary team on a 1099 contract basis. To get started, we strongly encourage having 10+ hours available per week with full flexibility to adjust; more is always welcome depending on your schedule! Please note that due to care demand and member scheduling fluctuations, it could take a number of weeks to achieve a consistent schedule. The pay for the Contract Mental Health Therapist ranges from $80 to $85 for DC per teletherapy session. Exact reimbursement rates will be determined during the interview process and are based on a number of factors including but not limited to location, licensure type, experience, specializations, languages spoken, and populations treated. Session length is 60 minutes for an intake and 45 minutes for a follow up appointment, with concurrent note-taking expected and included in the session rate. All Headspace therapists must be licensed and reside in the US. Due to the nature of healthcare services provided to our customers, partners and members, all work must be provided in the U.S. Data, specifically personal health information may not be accessed, disclosed or used outside of the U.S. Please note that the U.S. is limited to the 50 states of the United States — it does not include U.S. territories like Puerto Rico. ### Why Work on the Headspace Network: * Exceptional Care, backed by Clinical Expertise: Bring your deep expertise to a platform that delivers exceptional measurement-based care. Headspaces’ comprehensive training and clinical support teams will partner with you to ensure member success, while our robust quality assurance process ensures ongoing support–enhancing your practice and providing a framework for continuous improvement in clinical outcomes. * World Class Content Created by a Beloved Brand: Supplement your member support with thousands of expert-led exercises, mood-boosting meditations, and stress-relieving tools for all of life’s moments. Whether your members report feeling stressed or anxious, need support navigating their caregiver journey, or experiencing grief, our content supports individual goals with tools backed by research and delivered by trained mindfulness experts. * Seamless Support for You and Your Members: A dedicated team at Headspace handles the operational details, allowing you to concentrate on what you do best — delivering high quality care. With intentional communication, a suite of administrative and clinical tools, and resources, we ensure providers and members feel supported every step of the way. * Education That Empowers Excellence: Benefit from access to a best-in-class training institute that prioritizes pragmatic, evidence-based approaches to transdiagnostic care and culturally responsive practice. Our education program promotes continuous skill development, improving your clinical expertise while expanding your knowledge and capabilities. * A Community of Care: Join a network of peers and Headspace experts with opportunities to collaborate, connect, and grow together while delivering on our mission to provide every person access to lifelong mental health support. ### What you will do: * Provide high quality, innovative, tele-therapy to Headspace patients over a HIPAA compliant video conferencing platform * Complete, sign and lock clinical case notes in EMR within 48 hours of session as part of the per-session reimbursement rate. * Maintain your personalized database to record proof of licensure, license updates, expiration dates, personal information, etc. * Keep your availability calendar up to date * Work with a collaborative care team including health coaches, other therapists, psychiatrists, and external care providers ### What you will bring: * 3+ years experience providing clinical psychotherapy to individuals, couples or families An independent clinical license to practice in good standing (without need for clinical supervision), at the Master or Doctoral levelBC-TMH credential, if required by your state of license * Ability to offer at least 10 sessions per week for bookings, with the ability to flex up or down as needed * Night and weekend flexibility a plus * Clinical competence in evidence-based practices (CBT, DBT, ACT, Mindfulness, etc.) and measurement-based care * Experience with risk management and higher acuity cases * Knowledge, ability, and commitment to providing culturally responsive care * Familiarity, comfort and confidence with care delivery technology – various applications, tech tools, google web-apps, video conferencing, EMR, etc. * A safe secure location with reliable internet connection to provide Zoom-based psychotherapy * Effective communication skills and ability to work within interdisciplinary teams ### Preferred (if applicable) * Licensure in multiple states * Licensed psychologist with willingness to apply for (or is already enrolled) with PSYPACT * Ability to deliver care to a variety of populations * Multilingual * Familiarity with the Headspace app and content * Willingness to include evening availability in your schedule to support member care flexibility Privacy Statement All member records are protected according to our[Privacy Policy](https://organizations.headspace.com/page/applicant-notice). Further, while employees and contractors of Headspace (formerly Ginger) cannot access Headspace products/services, they will be offered benefits according to the company’s benefit plan. To ensure we are adhering to best practice and ethical guidelines in the field of mental health, we take care to avoid dual relationships. A dual relationship occurs when a mental health care provider has a second, significantly different relationship with their client in addition to the traditional client-therapist relationship—including, for example, a managerial relationship. As such, Headspace requests that individuals who have received coaching or clinical services at Headspace wait until their care with Headspace is complete before applying for a position. If someone with a Headspace account is hired for a position, please note their account will be deactivated and they will not be able to use Headspace services for the duration of their employment. Further, if Headspace cannot find a role that fails to resolve an ethical issue associated with a dual relationship, Headspace may need to take steps to ensure ethical obligations are being adhered to, including a delayed start date or a potential leave of absence. Such steps would be taken to protect both the former member, as well as any relevant individuals from their care team, from impairment, risk of exploitation, or harm. 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