Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC)

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) at LifeStance Health a 4.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Clinical Psychology physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Clinical Psychology position at LifeStance Health is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Clinical Psychology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $95k, with the typical range spanning $70k to $140k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

LifeStance Health lists compensation for this physician position at $65k to $90k annually.

This is approximately 18% below the national median for Clinical Psychology professionals, which is around $95k.

This position is based in Piscataway, New Jersey.

Key skills and qualifications: Behavioral healthcare, Clinical excellence, Patient care, Diagnostics, DSM-V criteria, Counseling, Therapy. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Clinical Psychology role.

Core responsibilities: The Licensed Associate Counselor will provide high-quality behavioral healthcare to patients aged five and older. They will work within a clinical team to deliver patient care while maintaining professional growth and clinical excellence.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, 401k with Match, Paid Parental Leave, Holidays, EAP. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.