Mental Health Therapist - 1099 Contractor - New Mexico

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 achieved unmatched 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 transforms access to life-changing mental health care through Lyra Empower, the only fully integrated, AI-powered platform combining highest-quality care and technology solutions. You will be contracted by Lyra Clinical Associates.

Lyra's provider network includes in-person and virtual therapists, physicians, and coaches across the US. With advanced matching technology, a supportive provider platform, and opportunities for training and clinical consultation, network participation lets you focus on client care with support for administrative tasks like scheduling and self-promotion. This opportunity suits 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 role offers well-matched, motivated clients, administrative and marketing support, and easy invoicing with quick payments. The ability to work with clients in person through your private or group practice is strongly preferred. We are looking for clinicians able to work with clients in these New Mexico locations: Carlsbad, Hobbs, Los Lunas, Cuchillo, Gallup, Grants, Kirtland, Silver City, Socorro, Taos.

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 work independently, without supervision from a licensed supervisor) without current, past, or pending disciplinary action
• Experience and commitment to providing evidence-based treatments (e.g., ACT, CBT, CPT, DBT) and clinical best practices (e.g., measurement-based care, promoting skills practice)
• 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 New Mexico area
• Experience managing risk and responding to clinical crises, as needed
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Benefits

• Connect with highly compatible clients via Lyra's powerful matching algorithm technology
• Set your own schedule, without a minimum hours requirement
• Lyra Calendar feature lets clients easily book appointments, seamlessly integrating with your calendar
• Paperless billing and quick payment turnaround reduce administrative burden
• Access to Lyra's experienced clinical consultations team for rapid support with Lyra clients, plus specialty group consultation meetings
• 24/7 Care Navigation team for crisis support
• Free, relevant CE-credited courses approved by APA, ASWB, and NBCC
• Monthly newsletters and robust Help Center resources for Lyra providers
• Exclusive provider events with Lyra's clinical leaders