Licensed Psychologist (1099 Independent Contractor)
Neurodevelopmental & Executive Function–Informed Therapy
Goldberg & LaRosa Psychology Associates (GL Neuro)
Goldberg & LaRosa Psychology Associates is seeking licensed psychologists to join our practice as 1099 independent contractors to provide individual, neuro-affirming therapy for children, adolescents, and adults with autism, ADHD, and related neurodevelopmental profiles.
This role focuses on clinically grounded, skills-informed therapy addressing emotional regulation, executive functioning, rigidity, anxiety, and functional independence. This is not Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and is not a coaching or compliance-based position.
The Clinical Work
Contracted psychologists provide one-to-one therapy that is:
- Neuro-affirming and trauma-informed
- Structured, practical, and evidence-based
- Focused on executive functioning, regulation, and internal barriers to functioning
- Appropriate for clients who have not benefited from traditional talk therapy alone
Interventions commonly include:
- Executive functioning support (planning, initiation, follow-through, cognitive flexibility)
- Behavioral activation
- Adapted cognitive-behavioral strategies
- Emotion regulation and stress-tolerance interventions
- Support for transitions, uncertainty, and increasing life demands
Client Population
- Children, adolescents, and adults
- Autism spectrum profiles
- ADHD and executive dysfunction
- Anxiety, rigidity, overwhelm, and shutdown
- Cognitively capable individuals with functional impairment
Ethical Practice Model
- Psychologists do not provide therapy to clients they personally evaluated
- Evaluations and therapy are provided by different clinicians within the practice
- Clear role separation and ethical boundaries are maintained
Qualifications
Required:
- Licensed Psychologist (PhD or PsyD)
- Eligibility to practice independently in New York State
- Experience or strong interest in neurodevelopmental populations
- Commitment to ethical, evidence-based care
Preferred:
- Experience with autism and/or ADHD across the lifespan
- Training in executive functioning or cognitive-behavioral approaches
- Comfort delivering structured, applied therapy
- Interest in collaborative, multidisciplinary practice
Independent Contractor Structure (1099)
- Psychologists operate as independent contractors
- Flexible scheduling and caseload size
- Contractors maintain professional liability insurance
- Compensation is fee-for-service and commensurate with experience
- Administrative and billing support provided by the practice
What We Offer
- Established referral base
- Administrative, intake, and billing support
- Professional, collegial environment
- Freedom to practice clinically without productivity pressure
- Clear boundaries between evaluation and therapy roles
To Apply
Please submit:
- CV
- Brief cover letter outlining clinical interests
- License information
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