Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Salary in the United States

Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Salary

How much does a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist make in the United States? The average Cognitive Behavioral Therapist salary in the United States is $161,427 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $139,258 and $197,174. 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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Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Salary $119,074 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Salary $139,258 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Salary $161,427 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Salary $197,174 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Salary $229,721 US March 26, 2024
25% $139,258 10% $119,074 90% $229,721 75% $197,174 $161,427 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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139258
197174
161427

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
143912
210507
170631
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Cognitive Behavioral Therapist in the United States. The base salary for Cognitive Behavioral Therapist ranges from $139,258 to $197,174 with the average base salary of $161,427. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $143,912 to $210,507 with the average total cash compensation of $170,631.

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