Remote Therapist - Illinois

Predictable, W-2 compensation and full benefits

Full-time and part-time W-2 employment
$70k with the ability to earn up to $20k in incentives (Therapists with a CA license in hand are eligible for base salary of $90K+ monthly productivity incentive.)

Flexible scheduling within a structured outpatient model

Independent treatment decision-making
Input into schedule and weekly availability within operational guidelines

No inpatient, IOP/PHP, or crisis-call responsibilities

Consistent outpatient caseload with defined, transparent goals

Standard session lengths (60-minute intakes and follow-ups)

Full operational support including scheduling, billing, intake coordination, credentialing, and licensing

Clinical Autonomy & Flexibility

Independent treatment decision-making
Accessible clinical leadership available for consultation and support

Our outpatient therapy model

Intended for virtual care, not retrofitted from inpatient or hospital systems
Delivers thoughtful and structured care

What We're Looking For

• Independently licensed therapists (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LMHC or equivalent)
  Active, unrestricted license (multi-state licensing support available)
• Two or more independent and active state licenses (except for CA, NY and MA)
• Comfort managing a consistent outpatient caseload
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and independent decision-making
• Comfort practicing in a fast-paced but sustainable outpatient environment (Highly desired)
• Experience from outpatient, community mental health, hospital, IOP, or other structured clinical settings (Highly desired)
• Experience with structured, skills-based modalities (ex. CBT, ACT, MI, DBT-informed care)

Compensation, Benefits & Stability

• Tenure-based increases after 2 years
• Employer-paid health, dental, vision insurance (up to 100% of premiums)
• 401(k) match with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO), paid sick time and 11 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave and long-term retention benefits (ex. 4-week paid sabbatical after 5 years)
• Malpractice coverage (occurrence-based, 100% employer-paid)
• CME reimbursement and dedicated CME days
• Licensing support with upfront coverage of costs
• Technology package provided

About the Role

This role is designed for independently licensed therapists who want:

• Predictable, W-2 compensation and full benefits
• Flexible scheduling within a structured outpatient model
• Minimal administrative burden in a fully remote environment
• Clear expectations around caseload, documentation, and pace

Our History

Talkiatry was founded in 2020 by Dr. Georgia Gaveras, a triple board-certified psychiatrist in adult, child and adolescent psychiatry, and Robert Krayn, a patient who experienced firsthand the challenges of accessing care. Together, they set out to reimagine outpatient psychiatry by building a model that supports both patients and clinicians, while expanding access to mental healthcare.

Culture

Our clinical community includes 700+ psychiatrists and PMHNPs and 300+ therapists practicing across 32 languages.