Join a team that’s transforming mental healthcare. Founded by psychiatrists, Headlight is more than a company: it’s a movement. A movement that exists on the front lines of the mental health crisis, transforming the way people access care and the way clinicians deliver it. In order to help people in their time of need and ensure that every person who comes to us has options, we are transparent about our capabilities, treatments, and coverage, we champion innovation, and we leverage our rich data to continuously implement better ways of delivering care.

Our mission is simple but powerful: Improving lives, one session at a time.

Our highly skilled and principled clinical team enjoys autonomy and institutional support so they can put their focus where it should be: on improving patient outcomes. Our clinicians want to do more than help individual clients, so they work to affect the system as a whole, elevating standards of care so that their efforts reverberate far beyond what they could do in private practice.

As the most trusted behavioral health partner in the Western U.S., we’ve established deep relationships that give us unparalleled access, interoperability, and first-priority referrals. This exclusivity, combined with our best-in-class coordinated care and feedback loops, results in superior outcomes and cost savings.

Our services are convenient, accessible, and expert, combining personalized client engagement with advanced technology to enhance, not replace, human connection. Indeed, we hold that human-to-human relationships are indispensable, so from the match to the session to the time between sessions, we provide whole person care so nobody falls through the cracks and there is a brighter path forward for all.

We are only considering applicants licensed and residing in California at this time.

Our clinicians chose Headlight because…

Clinician Led Expertise: Headlight was founded and led by clinicians. Our Clinical Leadership team is at the forefront of every decision we make.
Admin Work on Autopilot: We handle insurance, billing, and marketing so you can focus on what you love – seeing clients.
Innovative Technology: By using Blueprint AI to capture session notes, clinicians can focus less on documentation and more on meaningful client interaction and connection.
Competitive Benefits: We provide industry-leading benefits, sick leave, 401(k) contributions, and more.
Clinical Support: Consult with our Clinical Consult Groups or schedule case consultations with our leading clinician.
Clinical Autonomy: You have the autonomy to make decisions about patient care and treatment while having the backing and guidance of our experienced Executive Therapists and Psychiatrists for case consultations.
Collaborative Teams: Be a part of a collaborative team environment and a supportive community. Our clinicians are separated into small teams of 10 to 12, with a licensed clinical lead for assistance. You’re never alone in your journey.

Our Pillars

Make things easier.
Forge genuine connections.
Elevate the standard.

Headlight by the numbers

Access: The typical wait time to see a W2 Clinician is 4 weeks, Headlight significantly reduces this to an average of 8.9 days to see a W2 Clinician, with 80% of clients being seen within two weeks.
Retention and Therapeutic Relationships: Industry data indicates approximately 70% of clients return for a second therapy session. Headlight boasts a 92% return rate, reflecting Headlights ability to match clients to the right clinician.
Continuity of care: Of Clients who attend at least four sessions, only 36% continue with the same clinician in the broader industry. Headlight surpasses this with a 94% continuity rate.
Client Engagement and Attendance: Industry average for clients attending their first scheduled appointment is 65%. Headlight improves upon this with an 81% attendance rate, indicating effective initial engagement strategies.

Roles and Responsibilities

Establish positive, trusting rapport with patients
Diagnose and treat mental health disorders
Create individualized treatment plans according to patient needs and circumstances
Meet with patients regularly to provide counseling, treatment and adjust treatment plans as necessary
Conduct ongoing assessments of patient progress
Involve and advise family members when appropriate
Plan outreach and referral activities in surrounding communities

Qualifications

Minimum requirement of 12 months in a clinical setting after you have become fully licensed.
Master’s Level Degree or higher (Required) in related fields
Full, unencumbered LMFT, LCSW, LPC, LPCC or Psychologist license (license based on office location). Applicants without a valid, active license will not be considered. We are currently not hiring associate/intern level therapists.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus, but not required
Maintain professional licensure and/or certification throughout employment with this agency
Ability to work as a team member and cooperatively
Superb organizational skills
Ability to guide, direct, or influence people
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and their families
Electronic Health Record (EHR) Proficiency: Must have demonstrated experience in utilizing electronic health record systems efficiently to manage patient data, document clinical information, and access patient histories. Familiarity with NextGen is highly desirable.
Computer Skills: Strong computer literacy with proficiency in a range of software applications including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations. Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and troubleshoot common issues.

Benefits

W-2 role with medical, dental and vision effective on the first of the month after employment
Base Salary and monthly Bonus based on billed hours
CEU support which includes earned CEU days and CEU reimbursements
Vacation, Sick, Holiday
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides confidential counseling services, resources, and support to help you navigate personal or professional challenges.
401(k) plan with company contribution
Credentialing Support, Training and Development Opportunities, Growth Opportunities
Convenient work from home or hybrid options
Flexible schedule