Mental Health Therapist - 1099 Contractor - Mississippi

About the role

Lyra Clinical Associates partners with Lyra Health, a leading provider of evidence-based mental health care serving more than 20 million people globally through employer partnerships and more than 100 million through health plan relationships. The company has delivered over 15 million therapy sessions, published more than 35 peer-reviewed studies, and achieves industry-leading outcomes in access, clinical effectiveness, and cost efficiency. Lyra members access care within one day, and nine out of ten improve with provider support.

Lyra’s provider network includes in-person and virtual therapists, physicians, and coaches across the U.S. Advanced matching technology, a supportive provider platform, and opportunities for training and clinical consultation let you focus on client care while Lyra handles marketing, scheduling, and billing. This contract opportunity is ideal for independently licensed clinical therapists interested in providing culturally responsive, evidence-based therapy for children, adults, couples, and/or families. Clinicians with experience across a comprehensive spectrum of mental health needs — from milder presentations to complex and severe cases — are encouraged to apply. The ability to work with clients in person through your private or group practice is strongly preferred.

We are looking for clinicians able to see clients in these Mississippi locations: Meridian, Clarksdale, Greenville, Greenwood, Laurel, Natchez, and Petal.

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 — able to practice independently without supervision, with no current, past, or pending disciplinary action
• Experience and commitment to providing evidence-based treatments (e.g., ACT, CBT, CPT, DBT) and clinical best practices such as measurement-based care and skills practice promotion
• 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 the Mississippi area
• Experience managing risk and responding to clinical crises as needed
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Benefits

• Powerful matching algorithm connects you with highly compatible clients
• Set your own schedule with no minimum hours requirement
• Lyra Calendar feature lets clients book appointments that seamlessly integrate with your calendar
• Paperless billing and quick payment turnaround reduce administrative burden
• Access to experienced clinical consultations team for rapid support with Lyra clients, plus specialty group consultation meetings
• 24/7 Care Navigation team for crisis support
• Free, CE-credited courses approved by APA, ASWB, and NBCC
• Monthly newsletters and robust Help Center resources for providers
• Exclusive provider events with Lyra’s clinical leaders