Associate Therapist - 1099 Independent Contractor | Part-Time Telehealth

Job description

About Meridian Counseling
Meridian Counseling is a growing private practice providing culturally responsive, evidence-informed mental health care to teens and adults across Connecticut. We support clients navigating anxiety, chronic stress, grief, trauma, relationship concerns, identity, family dynamics, and major life transitions.

Our approach emphasizes compassionate, individualized care and creating a therapeutic environment where clients feel genuinely seen, supported, and empowered to move forward. As Meridian continues to grow, we are seeking clinicians who value autonomy, collaboration, cultural humility, and high-quality client care.

The Associate Therapist will provide outpatient psychotherapy as part of Meridian Counseling’s growing clinical practice. This is a part-time, fully remote 1099 independent contractor position. The role includes providing individual psychotherapy, completing clinical assessments and treatment plans, monitoring client progress, maintaining timely documentation, and coordinating care when additional services are needed.

Key Responsibilities:
- Provide individual psychotherapy to teens and/or adults based on clinician experience and areas of interest
- Conduct clinical assessments and identify appropriate treatment needs
- Develop and implement individualized, evidence-informed treatment plans
- Monitor client progress and adjust therapeutic interventions as clinically appropriate
- Provide crisis assessment, safety planning, and appropriate referrals when indicated
- Maintain accurate, timely, and clinically appropriate documentation
- Communicate professionally regarding scheduling, client-care needs, and continuity of care
- Coordinate referrals to psychiatric, medical, behavioral-health, or community resources when appropriate
- Collaborate with outside providers when clinically indicated and appropriate releases are in place
- Provide psychoeducation and practical coping strategies tailored to client needs
- Demonstrate culturally responsive and LGBTQ+ affirming clinical practice
- Participate in periodic practice consultation, meetings, or professional development as appropriate
- Maintain professional, ethical, and confidentiality standards
- Respond to clients and colleagues with reliability, empathy, and professionalism

Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, psychology, or a related behavioral-health field.
Current Connecticut behavioral-health license appropriate to the services being provided.
License in good standing with the applicable Connecticut licensing board.
Ability to provide telehealth services independently and professionally.
Ability to maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Commitment to culturally responsive, affirming, ethical, and client-centered care.
Reliable access to a private workspace, internet connection, and technology appropriate for confidential telehealth services.
Ability to comply with applicable federal and state laws, ethical requirements, HIPAA, and Meridian Counseling policies.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience or interest in working with teens and adults.
Experience treating anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, relationship concerns, identity concerns, or life transitions.
Training or experience in evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, or strengths-based approaches.
Experience working with culturally diverse and LGBTQ+ populations.
Familiarity with electronic health record systems and telehealth documentation
Strong clinical judgment and ability to work with a high degree of autonomy
Interest in growing within an expanding group private practice.
Experience coordinating care with psychiatric, medical, or community providers.

Hours of Work:
This is a part-time, fully remote, fee for service telehealth position. Scheduling is flexible and developed collaboratively based on clinician availability and client demand.

The anticipated caseload is approximately 12 client sessions per week as the clinician’s caseload develops through practice referrals. 

Evening and/or weekend availability may be beneficial depending on client needs but is not required unless mutually agreed upon.

Compensation:
This is a 1099 independent contractor position.
Clinicians receive 40% of collected session revenue, with Meridian Counseling retaining 60% for practice-related expenses and services. Based on Meridian Counseling’s current insurance reimbursement rates, clinician compensation generally ranges from approximately $40–$52 per completed session, depending on the client’s insurance carrier and actual reimbursement received.
Independent contractors are responsible for their own taxes, insurance, and applicable business expenses and are not eligible for employer-sponsored employee benefits. Compensation is reported in accordance with applicable 1099 requirements.

How to Apply
Please submit your résumé and a brief statement or cover letter describing:
Your clinical interests and areas of experience.
The populations you most enjoy working with.
Your therapeutic approach or preferred modalities.
What you are looking for in a private-practice setting.
Your general availability and desired caseload.
Qualified candidates will be contacted to schedule an initial conversation.