Choices International

Choices International Mental & behavioral health care for children (7+), adults, families, and couples. Culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and affirming for all identities.

We meet people where they are and guide them forward with care. About CHOICES International

At CHOICES International, we believe therapy isn’t just about healing—it’s about growing into the best version of yourself. Our Mission
To provide compassionate, confidential support for your mental, emotional, and behavioral health. We help you find balance in mind, body, and spirit so you can make health

ier choices and live with more peace, clarity, and strength. Our Vision
To empower individuals and families by creating healthy options that inspire change and lasting growth—one choice, one person, one experience at a time. What We Offer You
• A safe, judgment-free space to process and heal
• Licensed professionals who listen, guide, and support
• Practical tools to reduce stress, build stronger relationships, and boost emotional resilience
• Virtual and In-person sessions
• Individual and Group sessions

Your healing journey starts here. Let’s walk it together.

06/04/2026

Licensed Mental Health Clinician & Counselor

Telehealth & School-Based Services | Independent Contractor | Remote (Maryland, DC & Virginia)

Join Choices International

At Choices International (CHI), we believe clinicians should spend their time doing what they do best—providing exceptional care to clients. We handle the scheduling, billing, referrals, and administrative support so you can focus on clinical work and building meaningful therapeutic relationships.

We are currently seeking compassionate, dedicated, and qualified mental health professionals to join our growing team serving clients throughout Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia.

Positions Available
We are currently hiring:
Licensed Graduate Professional Counselors (LGPC)
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors (LCPC)
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW-C)
Licensed Graduate Social Workers (LMSW)
Licensed Graduate Alcohol and Drug Counselors (LGADC)
Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselors (LCADC)
Other independently licensed behavioral health professionals
Licensure must be active and verifiable in Maryland, DC, and/or Virginia, depending on the position.

Client Populations Served
Our clinicians provide services to:
Children and Adolescents (ages 5–17)
Adults
Families
Couples and Marital Relationships
Individuals with Substance Use Disorders
Trauma and PTSD Survivors
School-Based Mental Health Clients

Areas of Clinical Practice
We are especially interested in clinicians with experience in:
Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Couples Counseling
Marriage Counseling
Trauma and PTSD Treatment
Addiction and Recovery Services
Child and Adolescent Therapy
Anxiety and Depression Treatment
Grief and Loss Counseling
Co-Occurring Disorders
School-Based Mental Health Services

Responsibilities:
Provide individual, family, couples, or group therapy services
Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and treatment planning
Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
Deliver trauma-informed and culturally responsive care
Coordinate care with other providers and community resources when needed
Utilize HIPAA-compliant telehealth technology
Participate in school-based mental health services (select positions)

Qualifications
Applicants must possess:
Active professional licensure or certification
Valid NPI Number
Professional liability insurance
Ability to pass a background check
Valid driver's license or government-issued identification
Reliable internet connection and technology for telehealth services
Commitment to ethical and client-centered care
Previous telehealth experience is preferred but not required.

What We Provide
Administrative Support:
Client referrals provided
Scheduling support
Insurance billing and claims management
Credentialing assistance

Technology Support:
HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform
AI-assisted note-taking technology
Integrated scheduling and documentation systems

Flexibility:
Set your own schedule
No minimum caseload requirements
Work remotely from home
Flexible client load based on your availability

Compensation:
Competitive per-session contractor compensation
Consistent referral opportunities
Opportunity to grow your caseload based on availability and credentials

Work Schedule:
Independent Contractor Position
Monday through Friday
Operating Hours: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Telehealth and select in-person opportunities available

School-Based Opportunities Available
A limited number of positions include providing mental health services within partner schools in Washington, DC. These roles may involve collaboration with school staff, families, and multidisciplinary teams.

Why Join Choices International?
At CHI, our mission is to make quality mental health care accessible while creating a supportive environment where clinicians can thrive professionally. We value integrity, professionalism, clinical excellence, and compassionate care.

If you are passionate about helping individuals, families, and communities improve their mental health and overall well-being, we would love to hear from you.

Apply Today

Please submit your resume and credentials to:

[email protected]

All applicants must provide verifiable credentials. Background checks and proof of professional liability insurance will be required upon hire.

06/04/2026

📢 DUMP YOUR JUNK SESSION UPDATE
Hello everyone!
We would like to share an important update regarding our weekly Dump Your Junk Sessions with Ms. Laconya Reed.
🗓 Effective next week, our session schedule will be changing:
❌ Previous Schedule:
Every Saturday at 10:00 AM
✅ New Schedule:
Every Wednesday at 8:00 PM
The first session under the new schedule will be held on:
📅 Wednesday, June 17

We are excited about this new evening time and hope it provides greater flexibility for those who would like to participate.

Thank you for being part of this journey of healing, growth, and personal transformation. We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday evenings!

For questions or additional information, please contact Choices International.

05/23/2026

Hello beautiful people!
We’ll be uploading the recording of Dump Your Junk: Emotional Detox - episode 21 session later today —stay tuned!

Dump Your Junk: Emotional Detox - episode 21

05/16/2026

When what you do is greater than what you have, you move!

Some of us are carrying emotional junk that’s quietly destroying our peace.
Pain. Pressure. Fear. Resentment. Exhaustion.

You can’t move forward while dragging what should’ve been released years ago.

Dump Your Junk: Emotional Detox
A space to let go, heal, and breathe again.

05/09/2026

Going LIVE: Dump Your Junk — Emotional Detox

Join our CEO, Laconya Reed, this Saturday morning for a real conversation about emotional healing and letting go.

04/12/2026

Women over 40 aren’t losing value.
They’re losing tolerance.

I heard a video saying women over 40 are no longer “marketable.”

That their value goes down.
That they have less to offer.

But let’s be honest…

That’s not what’s really happening.

👉 You’re not losing value.
You’re losing tolerance.

Tolerance for:
• being chosen only when it’s convenient
• repeating the same relationship patterns
• shrinking yourself just to be accepted
• giving more than you receive

So when someone doesn’t choose you…

It feels like rejection.

But it’s not.

👉 It’s protection.

And if you’re really honest…

This isn’t just about them.

👉 It’s about what you keep allowing.

At some point, you stop asking:
“Why didn’t they choose me?”

And start asking:
👉 “Why do I keep choosing what doesn’t choose me?”

That’s where everything begins to change.

💬 Are you ready to break the pattern?

✨ If you’re ready to:
✔ understand your patterns
✔ heal emotionally
✔ choose differently this time

You don’t have to do it alone.

👉 Counseling for healing
👉 Coaching for direction

📩 Message “READY” and I'll guide you
🔔 Follow for weekly guidance + live sessions

03/20/2026

Procrastination is often seen as a lack of discipline — but sometimes, it can be a form of insight.

The things we repeatedly put off or delay may reflect how we truly experience them internally.

Take a moment to gently reflect:

What are the things you keep putting off?
What are the things you keep delaying?

Sometimes, what we say we “need” to do may not feel like a true priority, but rather something that feels optional or overwhelming.

This isn’t about judgment.

It’s about understanding your patterns with more awareness and compassion.

In many cases, procrastination can be connected to emotional barriers, uncertainty, or feeling unprepared — not simply a lack of motivation.

If you’re open to sharing, what’s something you’ve been putting off lately?

03/18/2026

You’re not stuck… sometimes you may just be avoiding something that feels difficult to face.

This is something we often see in emotional and mental health patterns.

You might find yourself saying,
“I want to change…”
“I want to move forward…”

But still feel like you’re in the same place.

Avoidance can feel like protection in the moment, but over time, it can keep us feeling stuck.

The moment we begin to gently face what we’ve been avoiding, we start to see new possibilities and ways forward.

It’s not always easy.
And it doesn’t happen overnight.

But with the right support, it is possible.

If you feel comfortable sharing, what’s something you’ve been putting off that may be weighing on you?

02/13/2026

Let the wait do its work.

We live in a culture that moves quickly. When progress does not show up immediately, frustration follows. We begin to question ourselves. We wonder if it is worth continuing.

But growth rarely announces itself in dramatic ways.

Sometimes the waiting season is not a delay — it is preparation.

In the story shared, the frustration came from not seeing immediate physical results at the gym. Soreness felt discouraging. Progress felt invisible. The temptation to quit felt strong.

And yet, waiting can be training.

It can reshape your mindset.
It can strengthen your emotional resilience.
It can raise your standards.

The process may feel slow, but transformation is often happening beneath the surface long before it becomes visible.

If you are in a season of waiting, you are not behind. You may simply be in preparation.

If this season feels heavier than you can carry alone, support is available. Our clinicians at CHOICES International are here to walk with you.

02/07/2026

If you’ve ever struggled with regret, this conversation is for you!

We’re going LIVE shortly for another Dump Your Junk: Emotional Detox Saturday session.

See you live at 10:00 AM EST

Today's topic:

“Regret: would have, could have, should have — a song we sing that brings nothing but sorrow”

Streaming live on Facebook & Zoom.
If you’ve ever struggled with regret, this conversation is for you 🤍

Address

9701 Apollo Drive Ste 100
Upper Marlboro, MD
20774

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+12403894685

Website

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ABF_M3xyTkCGCtmrtOjyGg

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