Gut Brain Behavioral Health Therapist

About Cylinder

Founded in 2021 and offered as an employer benefit, Cylinder delivers personalized, clinician-backed care to those suffering from digestive issues through its virtual health platform. Cylinder’s tech-forward, human-first program connects members to the right level of support at the right time through an easy interface, bringing the healthcare ecosystem together to align around member needs. Cylinder’s vision is to create a world where people receive convenient, personalized, and affordable access to the quality digestive healthcare they need to improve their overall health.

Position Summary

We’re seeking a compassionate and skilled Gut–Brain Specialist to join our team. As part of our integrated care model, you’ll provide short-term, targeted behavioral health support to members managing digestive health conditions. You’ll collaborate closely with our registered dietitians, health coaches, and medical providers to address the mental and emotional aspects of gut health, helping members build resilience, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of whole-person care, delivering evidence-based therapy in a fully virtual setting. If you’re passionate about the mind–body connection, thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, and are eager to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Why is this a great opportunity for a behavioral health professional?

• Specialized, meaningful work — You’ll focus on the gut–brain connection, a growing area of integrated care with a clear impact on patient outcomes.

• Collaborative team model — Work alongside registered dietitians, health coaches, and medical providers in a supportive, interdisciplinary environment.

• Fully virtual flexibility — Provide care from anywhere, with scheduling that supports work–life balance.

• Innovation in care delivery — Be part of building a lean, high-impact behavioral health program that’s free to members and seamlessly integrated into their care journey.

• Future-ready licensure strategy — Work in a role positioned to take advantage of the Social Work Licensure Compact for multi-state practice once live.

Responsibilities Include:

• Deliver brief, targeted therapy focused on stress, anxiety, depression, and behavioral health concerns linked to digestive conditions.

• Collaborate closely with referring clinicians (RDs, HCs, MDs) to ensure integrated, patient-centered care.

• Document sessions in the shared EHR, adhering to HIPAA and internal privacy guidelines.

• Identify and escalate crisis situations per organizational protocols.

• Refer members to external partners (e.g., Headway) when needs exceed program scope.

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to ongoing care coordination.

• Stay current on best practices in gut–brain health and short-term therapy approaches.

You'll be a good fit here if you are:

• Passionate about whole-person care and the gut–brain connection.

• Skilled in delivering focused, brief interventions that empower patients in a short time frame.

• Comfortable practicing in a fully virtual environment with a high degree of independence.

• Collaborative by nature, thriving in an integrated, team-based model.

• Adaptable, organized, and able to manage a steady caseload while maintaining quality of care.

Desired Qualifications

• Licensed professional able to provide gut-brain therapy (preference given to LCSW or gut psychologist)

• Active license in at least one U.S. state with willingness to obtain additional licenses (employer covers costs).

• Experience or strong passion in GI-related mental health.

• Experience delivering therapy via telehealth.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate patients in a short-term format.

Bonus:

• Licensure in multiple states

• Specialized training in CBT, ACT, mindfulness, or other evidence-based short-term modalities.

• 2+ years post-licensure clinical experience, preferably in healthcare, integrated care, or chronic illness support.

Cylinder is an equal opportunity employer. We believe safe spaces where everyone can be their authentic selves is the key to a successful team so we welcome and embrace all identities, cultures, and backgrounds.