Mental Health Therapist – Independent Contractor (1099)
Associate and Independently Licensed Clinicians Welcome
LAC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LMAAC, LISAC etc.
About the Practice
We are a growing mental health practice entering an exciting new phase of
development. Our practice will be located within a collaborative, holistic, and integrative
wellness center designed to bring multiple helping professionals together under one
roof.
Our vision is to create a welcoming environment where clients and families can access
high-quality mental health care alongside complementary wellness and support
services. We believe meaningful care often extends beyond one provider or discipline,
and we value collaboration, connection, and a whole-person approach.
We are looking for therapists who are excited not only about providing excellent clinical
care, but also about being part of a growing and collaborative professional community.
Position Overview
We are seeking compassionate and motivated Mental Health Therapists to join our
practice as 1099 independent contractors.
Clinicians with diverse clinical backgrounds, treatment modalities, specialties, and areas
of interest are encouraged to apply.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our practice welcomes and affirms individuals of all races, ethnicities, cultures, religions
and spiritual beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, ages,
abilities, socioeconomic backgrounds, and family structures.
Clinicians are not expected to share the same identities, values, beliefs, or life
experiences as their clients. They are expected to maintain a therapeutic environment in
which every client is treated with dignity, compassion, curiosity, and respect.
We are committed to building a professional community where clients and providers
alike feel safe, valued, respected, and welcome.
Who You May Work With
Our practice serves a diverse client population, and we are open to clinicians interested
in working with:
Children
Adolescents
Adults
Couples
Families
Older adults
We are especially interested in building a multidisciplinary team with a variety of clinical
specialties so that clients can be matched with providers who best meet their individual
needs.
Clinical Approaches & Specialties
We welcome clinicians practicing from a variety of evidence-informed and integrative
approaches. Experience or interest in areas such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, trauma-focused
treatment, play therapy, couples and family therapy, grief, anxiety, depression,
neurodivergence, perinatal mental health, substance use, and other specialties is
welcomed but not required.
Responsibilities
Provide individual, couples, family, and/or group psychotherapy within the
clinician's scope of practice and areas of competency
Complete clinical documentation accurately and within required timeframes
Develop individualized treatment plans and periodically evaluate client progress
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and ethical standards
Follow applicable Arizona licensing board requirements and professional
standards
Maintain required professional liability insurance and credentials
Participate in coordination of care when clinically appropriate and authorized
Maintain client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
Communicate professionally with clients, colleagues, and community partners
Participate in consultation, collaboration, and practice activities as appropriate
Contribute to a supportive and collaborative professional environment
Minimum Qualifications
Hold an active Arizona behavioral health license or be eligible for applicable
Arizona licensure prior to providing services
Possess a master's degree or higher in counseling, social work, marriage and
family therapy, or another applicable behavioral health discipline
Maintain professional liability insurance
Demonstrate strong clinical documentation and communication skills
Understand ethical, confidentiality, and professional requirements associated
with behavioral health practice
Be comfortable working independently while also collaborating with other
professionals
Associate-level clinicians must practice within all applicable supervision and licensing
requirements.
What Makes This Opportunity Different
This is more than an opportunity to provide therapy from an office.
Our long-term vision is to develop a collaborative, integrative wellness community
where mental health professionals and complementary providers can work alongside
one another and create stronger connections to care.
Clinicians may have opportunities to participate in:
Internal and community referral networks
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Groups and workshops
Community education
Professional networking
Practice events
Development of specialty programs
Future growth initiatives
We want clinicians to have the independence to develop their own professional identity
while also benefiting from being part of a connected professional community.
Position Details
Employment Structure: 1099-Independent Contractor
Schedule: Flexible based on clinician availability and practice needs
Location: Surprise, Arizona
Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume/CV and a brief introduction describing
their clinical experience, populations they enjoy working with, areas of specialty or
interest, and what interests them about joining a collaborative and integrative practice.
We welcome clinicians at different stages of their professional development and value
the unique perspective each provider can bring to our growing community.
Work Location: In person
