Mental Health Counselor Salary in Boston, Massachusetts

Mental Health Counselor Salary in Boston, MA

How much does a Mental Health Counselor make in Boston, MA? The average Mental Health Counselor salary in Boston, MA is $67,760 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $60,160 and $76,740. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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10th Percentile Mental Health Counselor Salary $53,241 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Mental Health Counselor Salary $60,160 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Mental Health Counselor Salary $67,760 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Mental Health Counselor Salary $76,740 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Mental Health Counselor Salary $84,916 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
25% $60,160 10% $53,241 90% $84,916 75% $76,740 $67,760 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Mental Health Counselor identifies objectives and helps individuals develop strategies and solutions to achieve their goals. Provides medical or personal guidance and direction to individuals. Being a Mental Health Counselor may refer subjects to specialists or recommend additional services for further treatment. Monitors progress, documents activities, and maintains files. In addition, Mental Health Counselor may require a bachelor's degree. May require State License to Practice. Typically reports to a supervisor. Mental Health Counselor's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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