Psychologist Job in Chicago

Region

USA

Type of Job

Part time

Salary

$150 USD/Hour

Expire

01 November 2026

Are you a licensed psychologist (PhD/PsyD) in Illinois, looking to redefine your practice within the dynamic landscape of Chicago? Mentalzon offers a premier platform for independent mental health professionals to expand their reach, embrace unparalleled flexibility, and build a thriving private practice on their own terms. We are seeking dedicated and skilled psychologists in the Chicago area to connect with a diverse clientele seeking expert care, both locally and online.

Mentalzon is not a traditional employer; we are a dedicated platform that empowers you. We handle the client connections and provide the secure technology, freeing you to concentrate on what you do best: providing exceptional clinical care. Whether you aim to supplement your existing Chicago-based practice, transition fully to telehealth, or build a new practice from the ground up, Mentalzon provides the visibility and tools for success.

Your Role as a Partnering Psychologist:

Clinical Service Delivery: Deliver high-quality, evidence-based psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families via a secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. Your scope of practice is defined by your license, training, and clinical expertise.
Psychological Assessment & Treatment Strategy: Utilize your deep clinical acumen to conduct comprehensive psychological assessments, formulate diagnoses where appropriate, and collaboratively develop individualized treatment plans that align with client goals.
Professional Documentation: Ensure all clinical documentation is meticulously maintained in a timely, confidential, and professional manner, adhering to HIPAA, APA ethical standards, and Illinois state regulations.
Ethical and Legal Adherence: Strictly uphold the highest standards of the APA Code of Ethics, state and federal laws governing the practice of psychology and telehealth (including inter-state practice regulations), and all IDFPR (Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation) requirements.
Independent Practice Management: Independently manage all client communications, scheduling, and inquiries. You will establish and clearly communicate your practice policies, therapeutic approach, and confidentiality limits directly with your clients.
Direct Fee Administration: Set your own professional service fees and manage all billing and payment processes directly with your clients.

Essential Qualifications:

Education: A doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology from an APA-accredited program.
Licensure: A current, active, and unrestricted license as a Clinical Psychologist issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Your license must permit independent practice without the need for clinical supervision.
Experience: Proven post-licensure experience in providing psychotherapy and psychological services. Experience in a private practice setting is highly valued.
Telehealth Proficiency: Demonstrated competence in using HIPAA-compliant video conferencing technologies and managing electronic health records (EHR). A strong understanding of telehealth ethics and best practices is required.
Professional Liability: Must maintain a robust professional liability (malpractice) insurance policy that covers your full scope of practice, including telehealth services.
Legal & Ethical Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of HIPAA, Illinois mental health laws, and the APA ethical code.

The Mentalzon Advantage for Your Chicago Practice:

Full Practice Autonomy: You are the expert. Maintain complete control over your therapeutic modalities, client caseload, and practice philosophy.
Absolute Schedule Flexibility: Design a work schedule that fits your life. Offer sessions full-time, part-time, or just a few hours a week to supplement your income.
Expand Your Reach: Connect with clients throughout Chicago—from the Loop to Lincoln Park, Hyde Park to Wicker Park—and across Illinois (in compliance with state telehealth laws), all from your preferred location.
Full Financial Control: Set your own competitive rates. Clients pay you directly. Mentalzon does not take any commission or percentage of your session fees. Your earning potential is in your hands.
No Upfront Costs: It is completely free to create a profile and list your practice on Mentalzon.
Build Your Digital Reputation: Leverage our platform to ethically gather client feedback and build a strong professional profile that attracts your ideal clients.

How to Get Started:

Build Your Professional Profile: Register on the Mentalzon platform. Detail your doctoral education, your Illinois Psychologist license, clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches (e.g., CBT, psychodynamic, ACT), and professional experience.
Submit for Verification: Upload your verification documents, including proof of your degree and active IDFPR license for independent practice.
Define Your Practice: Once verified, set your session availability, define your fee structure, and outline your practice policies for clients.
Connect and Care: Begin receiving client inquiries and booking requests, and manage the entire therapeutic journey directly.

Are you a licensed psychologist in Chicago ready to harness the power of telehealth to create a more autonomous, flexible, and rewarding career? If you are committed to clinical excellence and value professional independence, we invite you to partner with us.

Register your profile on Mentalzon today and start shaping the future of your practice!

What are the benefits of a free consultation?

Getting to know the psychologist: You can talk to the psychologist to see if they are a good fit for you in terms of their work style, personality, and specialization.

Defining the problem: You can describe your problem in detail and get qualified advice from the psychologist, which will help you better understand the nature of your problem.

Developing a plan of action: You can get recommendations on how to solve your problem, which methods and approaches may be the most effective.

Feeling supported: You can get emotional support and feel that you are not alone, because the psychologist will listen to you attentively.

Who is a free consultation suitable for?

Those looking for a psychologist: A free consultation can help you make the right choice, as you can talk to several psychologists before making a final decision.

Those who are unsure whether they need psychotherapy: A free consultation can help you understand whether psychotherapy can help you solve your problem and whether it is right for you.

Those who have a limited budget: A free consultation is an opportunity to get qualified help from a psychologist for free, to see if you need further psychotherapy.

Those who may be nervous or hesitant to start psychotherapy: A free consultation gives you the opportunity to overcome your fear of the first meeting with a psychologist, get answers to your questions, and feel more confident.

Important:

A free consultation is not a substitute for psychotherapy.

In a free consultation, the psychologist cannot give you a final diagnosis or prescribe treatment.

The purpose of a free consultation is to help you determine if a psychologist and psychotherapy are right for you, and to give you the first steps to solving your problem.

Potential benefits of a free initial consultation

During this first session: potential clients have the chance to learn more about you and your approach before agreeing to work together.

Offering a free consultation will help you build trust with the client. It shows them that you want to give them a chance to make sure you are the right person to help them before they move forward. Additionally, you should also be confident that you can support your clients and that the client has problems that you can help them cope with. Also, you can avoid any ethical difficult situations about charging a client for a session in which you choose not to proceed based on fit.

We've found that people are more likely to proceed with therapy after a free consultation, as it lowers the barrier to starting the process. Many people starting therapy are apprehensive about the unknown, even if they've had sessions before. Our culture associates a "risk-free" mindset with free offers, helping people feel more comfortable during the initial conversation with a specialist.

It's important to note that the initial consultation differs from a typical therapy session:

It can last from 15 to 30 minutes, with the specialist determining the appropriate length for this introductory meeting.

The free initial consultation is not intended to be a full therapy session. It is an opportunity for the client to learn more about the specialist and their approach to therapy, and to decide whether they want to work together.

The specialist should set clear boundaries for the free initial consultation, including the length of the session and the topics that can be discussed.

The specialist should be prepared to answer questions from the client about their experience, training, and qualifications.

The specialist should not give specific advice or recommendations during the free initial consultation. This should be done during a paid session.