Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Gotham Enterprises Ltd•Ames, IA

11h•$115,000 - $120,000•Remote

About The Position

This remote LMHC position gives licensed counselors the opportunity to provide high-quality therapy to clients from a private, professional home-based setting. You will spend your day meeting with clients virtually, helping them understand patterns, manage symptoms, build practical coping tools, and work toward realistic treatment goals. You will conduct assessments, guide ongoing sessions, document care, and support adults who may be navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, relationship issues, or major life changes. This role is ideal for a clinician who values steady clinical work, clear expectations, and the ability to serve Iowa clients through telehealth.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, or a closely related field
Active Iowa Licensed Mental Health Counselor license in good standing
Minimum of 1 year of clinical counseling experience preferred
Experience providing therapy through telehealth is helpful but not required
Strong understanding of clinical documentation, treatment planning, and ethical care practices
Comfortable using video platforms, electronic health records, and basic digital communication tools
Ability to work independently while staying organized and responsive in a remote setting

Responsibilities

Conduct scheduled teletherapy sessions with clients located in Iowa
Complete clinical evaluations and identify treatment needs
Create individualized treatment plans that are clear, measurable, and appropriate for each client
Provide therapy using approaches aligned with client needs and clinical best practices
Help clients develop coping strategies, emotional regulation skills, and healthier thought patterns
Track client progress and update goals as treatment continues
Document sessions, assessments, treatment updates, and required clinical notes in a timely manner
Respond appropriately to client risk concerns, crisis situations, or safety needs
Follow HIPAA guidelines and protect client privacy in a remote care environment
Stay current with Iowa LMHC standards, continuing education requirements, and ethical guidelines