Psychiatrist for Private Practice

Wage : Between $157-$242 an hour

Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start accepting insurance effortlessly, increase your earnings with competitive rates, and begin serving covered clients quickly—all on a user-friendly platform with no commitments required.

About the role

This opportunity is ideal for licensed psychiatrists aiming to establish or grow their private practice. At Headway, we offer the necessary tools, resources, and support to help you manage insurance, streamline your operations, and concentrate on delivering exceptional care—on your terms.

About you

You are a fully licensed psychiatrist with your DEA or CDS number, ANCC board certification, a valid NPI number , and malpractice insurance .

You are eager to start or expand your private practice while maintaining full control over your schedule, client load, and work environment.

We accept the following licenses on a state-by-state basis : MD / DO.

Why partner with Headway?

As an independent provider with Headway, you will gain access to :

Hassle-free insurance credentialing : Get credentialed for free in multiple states within as little as 30 days.

Increased earnings : Secure competitive rates with top insurance plans through our extensive nationwide network.

Predictable bi-weekly payments : Receive consistent payments directly from Headway.

Built-in EHR tools : Access real-time scheduling, secure client messaging, documentation templates, assessments, and more.

Compliance & audit support : Stay informed about insurance requirements and industry regulations.

Free continuing education : Earn CEUs and broaden your expertise through Headway Academy.

How Headway supports your patients :

Increased access : Headway simplifies the process for your clients to receive the care they need at a price they can afford through insurance.

Instant verification : Clients can easily check their insurance status and access care without any disruptions.

Important Notes :

This is a 1099 independent contractor role. You will have full autonomy over your practice, including setting your own hours and managing your caseload.

Currently, Headway cannot support mental health professionals who are not fully licensed. If your application was rejected due to incomplete licensure, you are welcome to reapply once you have a valid license.

About Headway

We make it easy for mental health providers to accept insurance by credentialing you with the nation’s largest networks, managing billing and administrative paperwork, and assisting you in earning a more stable income with competitive rates. With Headway, you can finally focus on what matters most : providing transformative care. We will handle the rest.