Join a referral and support agency made by therapists for mental health clinicians

Mental Care Link is a human first support agency for licensed mental health clinicians that coordinates aligned client introductions, provides professional advocacy and ongoing practice support.

We don’t just list you.
We don’t sell your profile or data.
We provide human-to-human on-going support your practice.
Made by mental health professionals for mental health professionals.

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No upfront cost. Billed only after your first referral or supported engagement..

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“Mental Care Link is a clinician-built agency for clinicians who believe client fit matters most.”

We believe the future of therapy and support will always be human-to-human.

We believe:

Better fit leads to better outcomes

Clinician sustainability and assistance is an ethical issue, not a luxury

Thoughtful boundaries protect both client and provider

Human judgment matters more than automation

Our ethos in practice

Care works best when clinicians are supported meaningfully

That’s why we focus on:

Fewer, more intentional connections

Context over volume

Representation over exposure

Partnership over platforms

We approach referrals, advocacy, and support with the same values clinicians bring to their work: discernment, respect, and responsibility.

We don’t believe in:

Selling clinician or client data

Ranking, gamifying, or outright commodification of care

AI systems that overstep clinical or relational boundaries

Treating clinicians as interchangeable or endlessly available

Our role

We are a bridge—to protect endorse care that last between client and clinician

We translate needs before they become mismatches

Holding boundaries so clinicians don’t have to repeatedly

Advocating for clarity, fairness, and appropriate scope

Creating continuity when care needs change

We are a referral and support system grounded in ethics, fit, and long-term sustainability—for clinicians and the people they serve.

“Representation with us means someone is in your corner.”

We believe the future of therapy and support will always be human-to-human.

Referral Support

We manage the front end of connection so referrals are appropriate before they reach you.

Pre-screened client needs and presenting concerns

Confirmation of self-pay vs insurance intent

Alignment with your scope, modality, and availability

Warm handoffs when referrals need redirection

Outcome: Fewer mismatches. Better first sessions. Improved retention.

Ongoing Practice Support

Representation doesn’t end at the introduction.

Insurance verification guidance (non-clinical, non-claims)

Superbill and out-of-network workflow education

Custom documents and workflows

Capacity management and referral pacing

Practice clarity check-ins as your work evolves

Outcome: A system that adapts with you.

Representation

We act as an intermediary and advocate—not a listing.

Representation to organizations, EAPs, and partners

Support with credentialing readiness and documentation

Advocacy for rate reviews or scope alignment when appropriate

Buffering administrative and exploratory inquiries

Outcome: You’re represented clearly and professionally without doing it all yourself.

“Representation with us means someone is in your corner.”

How to get started

1. Apply

We review licensure, experience, and scope to ensure alignment.
20min Phone interview required.

2. Onboard

If accepted, we clarify your preferences, boundaries, and availability—so introductions are aligned from the start.

3. Get support

We coordinate introductions, advocacy, and network collaboration


Requirements for Clinician Acceptance

Mental Care Link represents licensed mental health professionals who are committed to ethical practice, clear boundaries, and high-quality care. To be considered for representation, clinicians must meet the following criteria:

4. Pay only after value begins

We bill only AFTER your first referral or service usage.

    • Active, unrestricted license in good standing

    • Minimum 2 years post-licensure clinical experience

    • Licensed in at least one U.S. state (additional states noted)

    • No current disciplinary actions or unresolved board investigations

    • Ability to articulate who you work best with—and who you don’t

    • Established practice structure (solo or group; telehealth and/or in-person)

    • Consistent availability or waitlist practices (capacity transparency)

    • Commitment to ethical care, informed consent, and appropriate referrals

    • Willingness to maintain and communicate clear clinical boundaries

    • Responsiveness to professional communication (within reasonable timelines)

    • Alignment with collaborative, referral practices

    • Up-to-date professional documentation (license, NPI, malpractice coverage)

    • Clarity around self-pay, insurance participation, or out-of-network status

    • Openness to credentialing or onboarding support when working with organizations

    • Willingness to provide basic non-clinical information needed for introductions

    • Respect for client and clinician confidentiality

    • No participation in data-selling, lead-harvesting, or exploitative marketplaces

    • Comfort with a representation model, not a listing or advertising platform

    • Interest in long-term professional sustainability—not rapid volume growth

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  • Mental Care Link is not a directory, marketplace, or advertising platform.
    We don’t display your profile and wait for inquiries. Instead, we take time to understand how you practice and represent you through intentional introductions, professional advocacy, and ongoing support. Our role is to reduce misalignment—before care begins.

  • No. You always have full autonomy.
    Introductions are made with fit in mind, but you decide whether to move forward. We believe ethical care requires choice on both sides.

  • Matches are guided by clinical focus, lived experience, preferences, availability, care format, and context—not algorithms or keyword searches. Every introduction is reviewed and coordinated by a real person.

  • No. Mental Care Link does not operate on volume expectations.
    We focus on appropriate connections that support sustainable practice—not filling calendars or pushing growth.

  • Representation means we act in your professional interest—not just as a referral source. This can include:

    • Thoughtful client and organizational introductions

    • Support with positioning your practice

    • Collaboration with aligned clinicians

    • Advocacy around rates, scope, and professional boundaries

    • Assistance navigating credentialing or organizational partnerships

    You are not just listed—you are supported.

  • Yes. We also connect clinicians with:

    • Organizational contracts and partnerships

    • Group opportunities and collaborative care

    • Peer referrals within the network

    • Long-term professional alignment opportunities

    Many clinicians tell us this support is just as valuable as referrals.

  • Yes. We support both telehealth and in-person providers, across specialties and care formats. Matching always considers geography and modality where relevant.

  • Mental Care Link is a curated network.
    Clinicians apply and are reviewed for alignment, professionalism, and commitment to ethical care. Acceptance is not automatic—we prioritize fit and shared values.

  • There is no upfront cost to join.
    The representation fee begins only after your first referral or service engagement. No contracts. No long-term commitment.

  • You can pause or leave at any time.
    Mental Care Link is designed to support clinicians—not lock them into systems that don’t serve their work.

  • No. Mental Care Link is complementary.
    Many clinicians continue to use directories or other referral sources while working with us. We offer a different layer of support—one centered on alignment and representation.

  • Mental Care Link tends to work best for clinicians who:

    • Value appropriate fit over speed

    • Want support beyond passive listings

    • Care about sustainability and professional clarity

    • Prefer human coordination over platforms

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Thoughtful referrals, advocacy, and ongoing support for your practice.

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