Psychotherapist Salary in the United States
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How much does a Psychotherapist make in the United States? The average Psychotherapist salary in the United States is $60,112 as of October 30, 2019, but the salary range typically falls between $52,604 and $67,622. 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. View the Cost of Living in Major Cities

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$52,604 to $67,622

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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 Psychotherapist in the United States. The base salary for Psychotherapist ranges from $52,604 to $67,622 with the average base salary of $60,112. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $53,171 to $68,806 with the average total cash compensation of $61,035.

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Psychotherapist

Family Psychology Associates - Cedar Rapids , IA

Certification in a specific therapy approach (i.e. EMDR, DBT, EFT) is highly desirable. Full-time employees are eligible for an employer-sponsored health insurance plan. Temporarily licensed ...

Recruitology - 10 days ago

Unlicensed Therapist

Meridian Services - Randolph County , Indiana

Meridian Health Services is currently seeking full time UN LICENSED THERAPISTS. We have opportunities working with various populations including adults, children, addictions, and ID/DD in multiple ...

Gannett - 9 days ago

Licensed Therapist

Meridian Services - Randolph County , Indiana

Meridian Health Services is currently seeking full time LICENSED THERAPISTS. We have opportunities working with various populations including adults, children, addictions, and ID/DD in multiple ...

Gannett - 9 days ago

Therapeutic Rec Therapist - FT

Corizon Health - Tiptonville , TN

Recreation Therapist, Location: Tiptonville, TN - 38079

Corizon Healthcare - 10 days ago

In Home Behavior Therapist

Maxim Healthcare Services - Toms River , NJ

The In-Home Behavioral Therapist assists service recipients attain the goals of the individual care plan and sustain positive behavioral changes and improvements in functionality and quality of life

Maxim Healthcare Services - 1 day ago

Behavior Therapist | Extensive Training Provided

Maxim Healthcare Services - San Jose , CA

Behavior Therapist/Technician (Entry-Level and Experienced) Job Type: Part-Time Work Location: Multiple Locations within Silicon Valley (mainly San Jose, CA) Work Days/Hours: Monday- Friday, Weekends ...

Maxim Healthcare Services - 9 days ago

What does a Psychotherapist do?

Psychotherapist

Provides individual or group treatment, such as psychotherapy, supportive therapy or crisis intervention on a long term or short-term basis to various populations and age groups.

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Completes psychosocial history, psychiatric assessments or socioeconomic assessment as determined by health care team or high-risk indicators and documents in medical record and maintains statistical data per standard policy.

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Demonstrate appropriate knowledge and skill in conducting biopsychosocial assessments, evaluating and responding to clinical risks, creating diagnostic formulations, developing treatment plans and choosing and applying effective interventions to bring about therapeutic change.

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Participate in ongoing training in behavioral health issues and provide training to school personnel and primary care clinic staff in mental health topics including counseling skills and confidentiality, medication use and misuse, substance abuse, wellness, rehabilitation, recovery and self-sufficiency.

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Participates in quality assurance and performance improvement plans by completing periodic audits or other activities to ensure regulatory compliance and/or improve service delivery.

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Maintains therapeutic relationship with residents using praise and other reinforcers to encourage appropriate behaviors and attitudes.

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Demonstrates a high level of clinical skill in assessing the clinical needs of residents, determining appropriate interventions, and conducting therapy in accordance with these needs.

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Collaborate with Direct Support (PRP) workers, direct care staff, RN case managers and other treatment team members daily as needed to facility a multi-disciplinary approach to treatment.

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Attends continuing education trainings, workshops, seminars or conferences in order to keep current with evidenced based standards of practice and maintain licensure.

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Adheres to Whitman-Walker policies and procedures, with special attention given to HIPAA requirements.

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