Remote Mental Health Counselor | Fully Remote Across the United States | Make a Difference From Home

About the Role

As a 100% Remote Mental Health Counselor, you will deliver individual therapy through secure telehealth sessions, develop person-centered treatment plans, and help clients navigate emotional and behavioral challenges. This position is designed for a licensed professional who values autonomy, clinical excellence, and flexible work from home.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team, maintain accurate and timely electronic health records, monitor client progress, and contribute to a supportive environment where both clients and clinicians can thrive. This is a long-term remote opportunity for a counselor who wants to expand access to mental health care without sacrificing meaningful, high-quality treatment.

Salary Range

The estimated compensation for this role is $52,000–$78,000 USD per year, depending on licensure, clinical experience, caseload, certifications, and the state of residence. Some candidates with specialized training or advanced credentials may qualify for higher compensation. This estimate reflects industry standards for fully remote mental health counselors and does not include potential performance-based incentives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide confidential individual therapy to adult clients through secure video-based telehealth services.
• Assess client needs, establish measurable treatment goals, and adapt interventions as progress evolves.
• Create and maintain compliant clinical documentation, treatment plans, progress notes, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with supervisors and healthcare professionals while respecting privacy and confidentiality requirements.
• Support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship concerns, substance-use challenges, and major life transitions.
• Participate in clinical supervision, continuing education, quality reviews, and team consultations.
• Maintain an organized, distraction-free workspace and follow all Northstar Behavioral Health remote-work policies.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or a closely related field.
• Active, unrestricted professional license such as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LPCC, or equivalent, depending on the state.
• Authorization to practice remotely in the state or states where assigned clients are located.
• At least two years of post-licensure clinical experience; additional telehealth experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of evidence-based approaches, crisis response, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care.
• Strong communication, documentation, assessment, and boundary-setting skills.
• Reliable high-speed internet, a quiet private workspace, and a computer that meets clinical security requirements.

Benefits and Remote Work Support

Flexible, Fully Remote Employment

This is a work from home mental health counselor job with predictable scheduling and no required commute. Qualified candidates may choose daytime, evening, or weekend availability based on service needs.

Professional Growth and Well-Being

• Competitive annual compensation and paid continuing education.
• Regular clinical supervision and opportunities to develop specialized skills.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible full-time employees.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and supportive leave policies.
• Secure telehealth technology, electronic documentation tools, and administrative support.
• A collaborative culture that prioritizes ethical care, reasonable caseloads, and employee well-being.

Who Will Thrive Here?

This Remote Mental Health Counselor role is ideal for an empathetic, clinically sound professional who enjoys independent work and values close collaboration. You should be comfortable using telehealth technology, responding thoughtfully to diverse client needs, and maintaining professionalism in a virtual care environment.

Northstar Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from qualified residents of and licensed professionals in the states where this fully remote position is authorized. Candidates must be able to meet all applicable state licensing, background-check, and confidentiality requirements.