Child Therapist Jobs in Georgia
Child Therapist jobs in Georgia are among the most active in the Southeast, with steady demand across community mental health centers, school-based programs, and pediatric behavioral health networks at every level from entry-level associate therapist through licensed clinical director. Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta anchor the largest concentrations of openings, where established employers like Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Advantage Behavioral Health Systems, and the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities maintain ongoing hiring. Play therapy, trauma-informed care, and autism spectrum disorder treatment are the specialties in highest demand across Georgia. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Thriveworks is currently seeking Licensed Clinicians to provide a mix of telehealth and face-to-face sessions in Kennesaw, GA. This role is eligible for a competitive ramp stipend for clinicians offering 30+ hours of availability per week.
About the job
Thriveworks is a mental health care company founded by clinicians in 2008 and still led by them today. With 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model, we serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and we're growing. In addition to working directly with clients, we partner with health systems and primary care providers because we believe mental health is inseparable from physical health. As a clinician-led organization, we're built to support the people who do this work with the tools, community, and stability you need to build a career that lasts.
About the Role
We’re hiring licensed clinicians to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to our more than 175,000 clients across the country. You may be a good fit for this role if you’re:
Independently licensed and living in Georgia — LPC, LMFT, LCSW
Consistently available to clients for a minimum of 25 sessions with 30 hours of availability weekly
A behavioral health generalist who is open to treating a variety of clients, including couples and children
Invested in helping your clients achieve measurable progress
Confident working with modern clinical technology, including telehealth and EHR tools
A good teammate — we’re building a clinical community and value positive contributors
***Specialty Population is subject to client demand***
Specialties Preferred:
Licensed Therapist specializing in, and with experience providing counseling to Child and Adolescent and/or Play Therapy
Compensation
Up to $97,000.00 based on licensure type, session volume, and bonus opportunities. Full-time clinicians are eligible for health insurance, student loan repayment assistance, paid time off, and other employer-sponsored benefits.
How We Support You
We handle the administrative work so you can focus on what you do best: providing exceptional care. That means credentialing, billing, scheduling, and marketing support taken care of for you, plus paid orientation and training to get you started. You'll build a full caseload within 90 days of credentialing, with flexible scheduling available seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET.
Benefits
As a W2 employee, you'll be eligible to receive:
Guaranteed bi-weekly pay for completed sessions
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with employer matching
Paid time off
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
CEU reimbursement and free in-house training
Student loan repayment assistance
Opportunities for paid clinical supervisor roles in select states
Our Community
Being a clinician can feel isolating, especially in a telehealth world. We're built to make sure it doesn't. You'll have access to live clinical support, monthly case consultations, and a vibrant online and in-person community of more than 2,700 licensed providers. All clinical leadership is promoted from within, so the people supporting you have been exactly where you are.
Ready to Join Us?
Apply today to become part of a team that’s changing mental health care for clients and clinicians alike.
#LI-Hybrid #LI-MS1
Interested in joining Team Thriveworks? We're thrilled to meet you!
With Job scams becoming more and more frequent, here's how to know you're speaking with a real member of our team:
- Our recruiters and other team members will only email you from thriveworks@myworkday.com or an @thriveworks.com email address.
- Our recruiters and other team members may also contact you via text or phone to schedule an interview.
- A google meets interview invitation will be sent via email and will only come from an @thriveworks.com email address.
- Our interviews will take place over Google Meet (not Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or any other platform).
- We will never ask you to purchase or send us equipment.
If you see a scam related to Thriveworks, please report it to infosec@thriveworks.com. You can contact employment@thriveworks.com with any questions or concerns.
Thriveworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our people are our most valuable assets. We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We encourage and welcome diverse candidates to apply for any position you are qualified for to bring your unique perspective to our team.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, either now or in the future.
By clicking Apply, you acknowledge that Thriveworks may contact you regarding your application.
Thriveworks is currently seeking Licensed Clinicians to provide a mix of telehealth and face-to-face sessions in Kennesaw, GA. This role is eligible for a competitive ramp stipend for clinicians offering 30+ hours of availability per week.
About the job
Thriveworks is a mental health care company founded by clinicians in 2008 and still led by them today. With 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model, we serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and we're growing. In addition to working directly with clients, we partner with health systems and primary care providers because we believe mental health is inseparable from physical health. As a clinician-led organization, we're built to support the people who do this work with the tools, community, and stability you need to build a career that lasts.
About the Role
We’re hiring licensed clinicians to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to our more than 175,000 clients across the country. You may be a good fit for this role if you’re:
Independently licensed and living in Georgia — LPC, LMFT, LCSW
Consistently available to clients for a minimum of 25 sessions with 30 hours of availability weekly
A behavioral health generalist who is open to treating a variety of clients, including couples and children
Invested in helping your clients achieve measurable progress
Confident working with modern clinical technology, including telehealth and EHR tools
A good teammate — we’re building a clinical community and value positive contributors
***Specialty Population is subject to client demand***
Specialties Preferred:
Licensed Therapist specializing in, and with experience providing counseling to Child and Adolescent and/or Play Therapy
Compensation
Up to $97,000.00 based on licensure type, session volume, and bonus opportunities. Full-time clinicians are eligible for health insurance, student loan repayment assistance, paid time off, and other employer-sponsored benefits.
How We Support You
We handle the administrative work so you can focus on what you do best: providing exceptional care. That means credentialing, billing, scheduling, and marketing support taken care of for you, plus paid orientation and training to get you started. You'll build a full caseload within 90 days of credentialing, with flexible scheduling available seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET.
Benefits
As a W2 employee, you'll be eligible to receive:
Guaranteed bi-weekly pay for completed sessions
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with employer matching
Paid time off
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
CEU reimbursement and free in-house training
Student loan repayment assistance
Opportunities for paid clinical supervisor roles in select states
Our Community
Being a clinician can feel isolating, especially in a telehealth world. We're built to make sure it doesn't. You'll have access to live clinical support, monthly case consultations, and a vibrant online and in-person community of more than 2,700 licensed providers. All clinical leadership is promoted from within, so the people supporting you have been exactly where you are.
Ready to Join Us?
Apply today to become part of a team that’s changing mental health care for clients and clinicians alike.
#LI-Hybrid #LI-MS1
Interested in joining Team Thriveworks? We're thrilled to meet you!
With Job scams becoming more and more frequent, here's how to know you're speaking with a real member of our team:
- Our recruiters and other team members will only email you from thriveworks@myworkday.com or an @thriveworks.com email address.
- Our recruiters and other team members may also contact you via text or phone to schedule an interview.
- A google meets interview invitation will be sent via email and will only come from an @thriveworks.com email address.
- Our interviews will take place over Google Meet (not Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or any other platform).
- We will never ask you to purchase or send us equipment.
If you see a scam related to Thriveworks, please report it to infosec@thriveworks.com. You can contact employment@thriveworks.com with any questions or concerns.
Thriveworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our people are our most valuable assets. We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We encourage and welcome diverse candidates to apply for any position you are qualified for to bring your unique perspective to our team.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, either now or in the future.
By clicking Apply, you acknowledge that Thriveworks may contact you regarding your application.
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What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in child therapist jobs across Georgia.
- Active Georgia LPC, LCSW, or LMFT license or associate-level registration through the Georgia Composite Board
- Master's degree in counseling, clinical social work, marriage and family therapy, or a related field
- Documented supervised clinical hours with child and adolescent populations
- Experience delivering evidence-based modalities such as TF-CBT, CBT, or play therapy
- Ability to complete thorough psychosocial assessments and maintain compliant clinical documentation
- Valid Georgia fingerprint background clearance and child abuse registry check
Child Therapist Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a child therapist in Georgia?
Becoming a child therapist in Georgia requires earning a master's degree in counseling, clinical social work, or marriage and family therapy, then registering as an associate with the Georgia Composite Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists. You accumulate supervised post-degree clinical hours, pass the required national licensure exam for your discipline, and apply for full licensure as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT through the same board.
How much do child therapists make in Georgia?
Child therapists in Georgia earn a median of about $91,550 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $42,430 for the lowest 10% to over $102,320 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire child therapists in Georgia?
Employers hiring child therapists in Georgia right now include FamilyMenders, Thriveworks, and The Comfy Place, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Georgia's broad network of community service boards, which deliver publicly funded behavioral health services in every region of the state, are a particularly consistent source of child therapist openings alongside private pediatric group practices.
Which Georgia cities have the most child therapist jobs?
Savannah, Alpharetta, and Canton have the most child therapist openings in Georgia. Atlanta dominates because of its sheer population, the presence of large pediatric health systems like Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and a dense cluster of community mental health and outpatient behavioral health providers, while Savannah and Augusta each serve as regional hubs with hospital systems, military family support programs, and community service boards that generate consistent demand.
Are there remote child therapist jobs in Georgia?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because child therapy often involves in-person observation, play-based techniques, and school or home visits. About 67% of child therapist openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and the positions most likely to be fully remote are telehealth-only therapy roles with group practices or statewide behavioral health platforms serving rural Georgia communities.
How can I get hired as a child therapist in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing an associate licensure registration through the Georgia Composite Board and applying to community service boards, which are legally required to provide clinical supervision and regularly hire associate-level therapists across Georgia's regions. Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory Healthcare operate new-graduate and postgraduate training tracks in child behavioral health, and roles such as behavioral health technician, case manager, or mental health paraprofessional at these institutions frequently serve as a bridge to supervised clinical positions for candidates building toward full licensure.
Where can I find and apply to child therapist jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to child therapist jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings from employers actively hiring. Search the listings, identify roles that match your license level and specialty, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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