Licensed Mental Health Therapist (1099 Independent Contractor)

Counselor / TherapistContract

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Plant City, FL 33565, Licensed Mental Health Therapist (1099 Independent Contractor)
  • Department: Clinical Services
  • Reports To: Clinical Director Employment
  • Status: Independent Contractor (1099)
  • Work Location: Office-Based

Eco-Based, Equine-Assisted (EAGALA Model), and Telehealth (when approved) Position Summary Liebe Cornelia Hooves to Healing LLC seeks dynamic, innovative, and compassionate licensed mental health professionals to provide evidence-based behavioral health services.

Professionals deliver care through outpatient psychotherapy, trauma-informed care, and experiential modalities, including eco-based therapy, Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAGALA Model), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Candidates must be adaptable, engaged, and committed to integrating innovative approaches that support healing through connections with nature, animals, and evidence-based therapeutic practices.

Professionals should be comfortable working with veterans, active-duty military personnel, first responders, individuals, couples, and families.

Compensation Is Determined Individually Based On

Professional licensure and credentials Clinical experience Specialized certifications Additional qualifications that enhance the organization's services Terms will be outlined in the Independent Contractor Agreement. Essential Duties and

The professional is responsible for providing mental health services, including but not limited to: Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and clinical assessments. Develop individualized treatment plans. Provide evidence-based treatment. Conduct individual therapy sessions.

Conduct family therapy sessions. Provide couples counseling. Facilitate group therapy sessions, when assigned. Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical records. Perform crisis intervention and risk assessments, as necessary.

Coordinate care with physicians, schools, case managers, and other professionals, when appropriate. Participate in case consultations and interdisciplinary collaboration. Complete treatment summaries and recommendations. Comply with all HIPAA and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) requirements. Professional

Responsibilities

The professional shall: Maintain an active professional license in the State of Florida. Maintain professional liability insurance. Practice within the ethical standards established by their licensing board. Demonstrate and model professionalism. Participate in required organizational meetings and training. Maintain effective communication with administrative and clinical staff. Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive therapeutic environment. Independent Contractor

Responsibilities

As an Independent Contractor, the therapist is responsible for: Managing all federal, state, and local tax obligations. Maintaining an active professional license. Maintaining professional malpractice insurance. Maintaining all required certifications. Providing services according to the agreed-upon schedule.

Maintaining all equipment necessary to perform services unless otherwise provided by Liebe Cornelia Hooves to Healing LLC. Operating independently while complying with all contractual obligations and applicable laws governing independent contractor relationships.

Scheduling Professionals will establish their availability in coordination with the Clinical Director. Professionals are expected to: Maintain a reliable schedule. Provide timely notice of cancellations or emergencies. Maintain professional communication regarding schedule changes.

Qualifications: Required

Applicants must possess one of the following unrestricted Florida licenses: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Licensed Psychologist (PhD or PsyD) Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Other independently licensed professional approved by the Clinical Director Registered interns will also be considered.

Preferred

Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with experience or certification in: Trauma-informed care Working with veterans and first responders Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA) certification Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) certification Eco-based or nature-based therapy Animal-assisted therapy Skills and Competencies Successful professionals demonstrate: Excellent clinical judgment Strong interpersonal and communication skills Professional integrity Cultural competence Compassion and empathy Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to work independently Respect, kindness, and the ability to collaborate effectively with others A willingness to learn, grow, and innovate Physical

Requirements

This position may require: Sitting for extended periods during office-based sessions. Walking on uneven outdoor terrain. Standing for prolonged periods during experiential sessions. Working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Working alongside horses and other animals. Work Environment Therapeutic services may be provided in: Traditional outpatient offices Outdoor therapeutic environments Equine facilities Community settings Telehealth platforms (when approved)

Key Responsibilities

The therapist is responsible for conducting clinical assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and providing evidence-based psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. They must also maintain accurate clinical records and coordinate care with other professionals while adhering to HIPAA and ethical standards.

Requirements

Applicants must hold an unrestricted Florida license such as LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or be a registered intern. Candidates should have experience or certification in trauma-informed care and specialized therapeutic modalities like ART, EMDR, or equine-assisted therapy.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Treatment planningRisk assessmentClinical documentationCase management

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% are remote, 22% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedMental Health Therapy median $71k (middle half $63k–$75k)13 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingFlorida index 103.4US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Florida352 active7,930 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 58% remote · 22% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedFlorida Counselor listings: 6% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 11% offer loan repayment620 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,576 in the last 30 days1,475 the 30 days before (+75%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Mental Health Therapy pay trend−2.1% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

35 jobs
401k / retirement match
89%
CME allowance
51%
Loan repayment
17%
Sign-on bonus
14%
PSLF eligible
9%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 4.8
Better work-life than 40% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,900 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About People Technology and Processes

Information Technology & Services
Tampa, Florida
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible scheduling

Living in Plant City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$321k
Typical market rent
$1,766/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.9
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

BEA 2024 · Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.