Licensed Mental Health Counselor Salary in the United States

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How much does a Licensed Mental Health Counselor make in the United States? The average Licensed Mental Health Counselor salary in the United States is $74,413 as of June 27, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $67,159 and $82,723. 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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Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Evolve Recovery Center - Millbury , MA
Licensed Mental Health Counselor A first in class residential treatment center focused on mending the mind, body and spirit of those struggling with addiction and co-occurring disorders related to ...
ZipRecruiter - 15 days ago
Psychotherapist- LCSW, Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor, or Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Ria Health - San Francisco , CA
Psychotherapist (Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor, or Licensed Mental Health Counselor). (Contractor starting at 5 hours per week) Required to have a CA license ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 13 days ago
Travel Mental Health Counselor Job
TLC Nursing - Juneau , AK
As a Mental Health Counselor, you will play a vital role in providing support and guidance to ... TLC Nursing has the best and the highest paying travel RN, travel LPN, and travel Allied jobs
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 4 days ago
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMFT, LPC, LCSW)
Gotham Enterprises Ltd - Mesa , AZ
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMFT, LPC, LCSW) Wanted Join our thriving mental health clinic as a fully licensed mental health therapist and make a significant impact in the lives of individuals ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 25 days ago
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Northwest Resources II, Inc. - Olympia , WA
Mental Health Counselor: As a Mental Health Counselor at Northwest Resources II, Inc. you will have ... LMHC, LMFT, LICSW, or Associate license, Certified Agency Affiliated Counselor (CAAC) or Licensed ...
ZipRecruiter - 30 days ago
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Three Points Healing Inc - Olympia , WA
... counseling, special education) - Relevant experience working with individuals with mental health conditions - Strong knowledge of therapeutic techniques and interventions - Excellent communication ...
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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 Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the United States. The base salary for Licensed Mental Health Counselor ranges from $67,159 to $82,723 with the average base salary of $74,413. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $67,221 to $82,867 with the average total cash compensation of $74,530.

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Skills associated with Licensed Mental Health Counselor: Counseling

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