Talkspace Contract Associate Therapist (1099)

Welcome to Talkspace! We are excited that you would like to join us.

To participate in the Talkspace network, all associate therapists are required to possess the following:

  • An active, associate clinical license (e.g., LMFTA, LAC, LCSWA, etc.)

  • Master’s Degree in social work, counseling, or other behavioral science

  • A supervising clinician and/or organization

  • Individual professional malpractice liability insurance policy

  • Reliable internet connection

  • Background check (conducted by a third party during onboarding)

  • Current residence in the USA

Talkspace does not provide clinical supervision—you must obtain an external clinical supervisor.

Not sure where to find a supervisor? Talkspace can help! We will provide more information after you begin the application process.

After you complete the form below, you will receive an email with a link to continue the application process. During the application process, you’ll need to provide

  1. proof of associate/provisional licensure
  2. proof of an eligible malpractice insurance policy
  3. your supervisory agreement
  4. a resume
  5. a government-issued ID

To be best prepared, please have this information ready!

→ If you are also a client on the platform, please be sure to use a different email address for your therapist application.

→ If you have a former application with us, please reach out to applicants@talkspace.com to restart your application.

→ If you are an independently licensed therapist, please go to our Independently Licensed Therapist Application Page instead!

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