Mental Health Therapist - 1099 Contractor - Austin TX

Company: Lyra Health
Location: Austin
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description About Lyra Lyra Health is the leading provider of mental health solutions for employers supporting more than 20 million people globally. The company has published more than 20 peer-reviewed studies, and delivered unmatched outcomes in terms of access, clinical effectiveness and cost efficiency. Extensive peer-reviewed research confirms Lyra’s transformative care model helps people recover twice as fast and results in a 26% annual reduction in overall healthcare claims costs. Lyra is transforming access to life-changing mental health care through Lyra Empower, the only fully integrated, AI-powered platform combining the highest-quality care and technology solutions. Description This role focuses on providing specialized mental health support to individuals and teams whose work involves regular exposure to graphic and/or objectionable content. The aim is to mitigate the unique psychological impacts of such exposure and promote resilience within these demanding roles. Role & Responsibilities: Contracted at 4 hours per week with the flexibility to increase hours based on demand This is currently a virtual-only role however, the provider must be prepared for the possibility of a transition to required in-person work at a designated office location in the future, subject to business needs Provide short-term, evidence-based treatment virtually and support specifically addressing the psychological impact of exposure to graphic and/or objectionable content, including but not limited to trauma-focused interventions Conscientious adherence to confidentiality issues, and the ability to act in compliance with local laws, regulations, and appropriate industry guidelines Comply with relevant employer policies (such as workplace safety, COVID protocols, etc.) Coordinate and effectively communicate with Lyra team members and the employer's key contact to ensure integrated support Participate in Customer-driven opportunities or Customer-sponsored initiatives, as appropriate, to raise awareness of available support Requirements Must reside in the Austin area and be available for a regular on-site/remote hybrid schedule . Master’s degree from a clinical track (e.g., MSW, MFT, MC, MMHC) or Doctorate degree in clinical psychology from an accredited college or university Unrestricted license (i.e., able to work independently, without supervision from a licensed supervisor) without current, past, or pending disciplinary action Current PsyPact authorization and/or licensed in multiple states, enhancing accessibility for a dispersed workforce Skilled in exclusively providing evidence-based treatments (e.g., CBT, DBT, Prolonged Exposure therapy, EMDR), with a demonstrated focus on trauma-informed care Demonstrated experience with trauma-focused work and supporting individuals who have experienced primary or secondary trauma Understanding of the unique psychological impacts of exposure to graphic and/or objectionable content and the ability to tailor interventions accordingly Awareness and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and experiences, especially as individuals may process difficult content differently Familiarity with the challenges associated with high-achieving cultures, performance pressures, and organizational change within demanding environments Full-time resident of the United States Preferred: Doctorate degree in clinical psychology Current PsyPact authorization or willingness/ability to obtain Here are some of the advantages to joining the Lyra provider network: Connect with highly compatible clients thanks to Lyra’s powerful matching algorithm technology Set your own schedule, without a minimum hours requirement Let Lyra clients easily book appointments with the Lyra Calendar feature, which seamlessly integrates with your calendar Focus less on the administrative burden of billing with Lyra’s paperless billing and quick payment turnaround Access Lyra’s experienced clinical consultations team to get rapid support with your Lyra clients as well as access a range of specialty group consultation meetings Have peace of mind with Lyra’s 24/7 Care Navigation team for crisis support Upskill your knowledgebase with access to Lyra’s large collection of free and relevant CE credited courses approved by APA, ASWB, and NBCC Stay in the know with monthly newsletters and robust Help Center resources just for Lyra providers Access to exclusive provider events with Lyra’s clinical leaders "We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other category protected by law. By applying for this contract position, your data will be processed as per Lyra Clinical Associates, P.C. Workforce Privacy Notice . If you are a California resident and would like to limit how we use this information, please use the Limit the Use of My Sensitive Personal Information form . This information will only be retained for as long as needed to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, as described above. Please note that Lyra does not “sell” or “share” personal information as defined by the CPRA. For more information about how we use and retain your information, please see our Workforce Privacy Notice . We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, summarizing interviews, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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