Hourly Wage for Behavioral Health Therapist Salary in the United States

How much does a Behavioral Health Therapist make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Behavioral Health Therapist in the United States is $30 as of April 26, 2022, but the salary range typically falls between $27 and $37. Hourly rate 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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Behavioral Health Therapist

Discovery Behavioral Health - Springfield , VA

The Program Therapist provides clinical assessments and contributes insightful, practical and ... Experience working in behavioral healthcare * Currently hold clinical license in the state in which ...

Snagajob - 27 days ago

Mental Health Therapist

Discovery Behavioral Health - Newington , VA

The Primary Therapist works in a dynamic multidisciplinary team providing treatment services ... Experience working in behavioral healthcare Additional Information We are proud to be an EEO ...

Snagajob - 27 days ago

Pediatric Behavioral Health Therapist

Capital Area Pediatrics - Vienna , VA

Be part of a collaborative team of medical and behavioral health practitioners. * Participate in ... Hold an active license in the state of Virginia (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) or * Possess a master's degree in ...

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Mental Health Therapist (Remote)

Brightside Health - Richmond , VA

Mental Health Therapist or Clinical Psychologist - TX Licensed Brightside (www.brightside.com) is a ... Provide weekly cognitive-behavioral therapy through synchronous live video sessions and ...

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Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LMHC) (Telemedicine) VA

Aspire-365 - Glen Allen , VA

MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LMHC) [Operate in multiple states across the country via ... Telemedicine Aspire365 facilitates the treatment of behavioral health conditions including ...

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Mental Health Therapist

Embark Behavioral Health - Ashburn , VA

Embark Behavioral Health is looking for therapists who are committed to our mission of reducing adolescent anxiety, depression and suicide to staff an OP/IOP/PHP clinic opening in Ashburn, VA later ...

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What does a Behavioral Health Therapist do?

Behavioral Health Therapist

Documenting patient information and care in the medical record to ensure accurate documentation of course of treatment as it pertains to the billing process.

September 05, 2021

Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in behavioral health assessment and treatment of substance use disorder, mental health, and co-occurring disorder interventions and applications with a focus on evidence based practices.

September 24, 2021

Performs professional mental health and addictions therapy and related duties in the treatment of clients having psychologically related problems.

December 01, 2021

Maintains effective communications with patients, families, team members and managers as evidenced by mutual support, open communication, trust and support.

January 15, 2022

Participate in ongoing training in behavioral health issues and provide consultation and training to primary care and dental clinic staff in mental health and behavioral medicine topics including communication skills, brief interventions, counseling skills, motivational interviewing, medication use and misuse, substance abuse, wellness, rehabilitation, recovery and self-sufficiency.

January 19, 2022

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Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Behavioral Health Therapist in the United States. The average hourly rate for Behavioral Health Therapist ranges from $27 to $37 with the average hourly pay of $30. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $27 to $38 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $31.

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