Outpatient Positions in Illinois (91)
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- Lifestance13
- Geode Health10
- LifeStance Health10
- GO Staffing6
- BlueSky Telepsych5
- Compass Health Center2
- Brave Health1
- Boston Neurobehavioral Associates1
Outpatient Tips
- •Start with structured clinic work before private practice
- •Build expertise in evidence-based psychotherapy integration
- •Negotiate productivity bonuses for high patient volume
- •Consider part-time private practice alongside W-2 work
- •Get comfortable with therapy modalities (CBT, DBT, MI)
Why Outpatient?
Work-Life Balance
Most outpatient positions offer M-F schedules with no nights, weekends, or on-call requirements.
Long-Term Relationships
Build meaningful therapeutic relationships through ongoing medication management and therapy.
Private Practice Path
Outpatient experience is the foundation for starting your own practice earning $200K+ with full autonomy.
Why Choose Outpatient
Outpatient Careers in Illinois
Clinic & private practice positions
Work-Life Balance
Most outpatient positions offer M-F schedules with no nights, weekends, or on-call requirements.
Long-Term Relationships
Build meaningful therapeutic relationships through ongoing medication management and therapy.
Private Practice Path
Outpatient experience is the foundation for starting your own practice earning $200K+ with full autonomy.
State Insights
Illinois at a Glance
Practice Authority
Reduced Practice (Collaborative Agreement Required)
Illinois requires a written collaborative agreement for PMHNPs.
Avg Cost of Living
97
Below national avg (100 = US avg)
MH Shortage Areas
0/10
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Avg Outpatient Salary
$163K
across 91 active positions
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