Mental Health Therapist Salary in the United States

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How much does a Mental Health Therapist make in the United States? The average Mental Health Therapist salary in the United States is $73,278 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $65,771 and $81,277. 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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Virtual Mental Health Therapist
Gotham Enterprises Ltd - Riverside , CA
Looking for Licensed Mental Health Therapist Are you a fully licensed mental health therapist looking for a remote counseling role? Either to supplement your current income or to replace your current ...
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Mental Health Therapist II/III, Youth Development Program - BBS Registered or Licensed, Bilingual Sp
North County Lifeline - Oceanside , CA
Mental Health Therapist II/III, Youth Development Program - BBS Registered, Bilingual Preferred Position Summary Lifeline Community Services is hiring a Youth Development Mental Health Therapist to ...
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Mental Health Therapist - Adult Program
Gardner Health Services - San Jose , CA
Gardner Health Services is currently recruiting to fill a four (4) Mental Health Therapist positions. These are full-time positions in the Adult Program in the Behavioral Health Department located at ...
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Mental Health Therapist (Independent Contractor)
Bamboo Sunrise, LLC - Henderson , NV
We are seeking a licensed Mental Health Therapist to join our team on a contractual basis. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate and experienced professional committed to delivering high ...
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Mental Health Therapist
Peninsula Behavioral Health, WA - Port Angeles , WA
The Mental Health Therapist ensures that services are provided in a manner that is timely, necessary, and congruent with the age, strengths, and cultural framework of the individual. Essential Duties ...
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Mental Health Therapist
Alameda Family Services - Oakland , CA
Mental Health Therapist Supervisor: Division Director Hours: 32 hours per week Salary Range: $30-$35/ hour Classification: Non-Exempt ALAMEDA FAMILY SERVICES Alameda Family Services (AFS) is a ...
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Mental Health Therapist in the United States. The base salary for Mental Health Therapist ranges from $65,771 to $81,277 with the average base salary of $73,278. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $65,853 to $81,396 with the average total cash compensation of $73,377.

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Skills associated with Mental Health Therapist: Counseling, Community

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