Child Therapist Jobs in Massachusetts

Child Therapist jobs in Massachusetts are among the most active in New England, concentrated in community mental health centers, pediatric health systems, and school-based programs, with openings at every level from newly licensed clinicians to senior supervisors. The heaviest hiring is in and around Boston, Worcester, and Springfield, where established employers such as Boston Children's Hospital, Mass General Brigham, and Bay Cove Human Services have sustained, ongoing demand for child and adolescent mental health providers. The most sought-after specialties include trauma-focused therapy, autism spectrum support, and early childhood mental health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles11
Top employerLifeStance Health
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring11
Work type50% Hybrid
Top industryHealthcare

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Associate Clinician -Child & Adolescent Therapist
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Associate Clinician -Child & Adolescent Therapist
Healing WELL
Springfield, Massachusetts
Brand & Social Media
Content & Communications
Marketing
$45 - $60/hr
Hybrid
Master's degree in social work

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Mossman Play Therapy
Child and Family Therapist- Master's level and Independently Licensed (LCSW, LICSW, LMHC)
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Child and Family Therapist- Master's level and Independently Licensed (LCSW, LICSW, LMHC)
Mossman Play Therapy
Marshfield, Massachusetts
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
On-Site
Master's degree in social work

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Community Services Institute
Child Mental Health Therapist - FFS
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Child Mental Health Therapist - FFS
Community Services Institute
Dorchester, Massachusetts
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$36.25 - $41.25/hr
Hybrid
Master's degree in social work

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Transformations Care Network
Child and Adolescent Therapist
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Child and Adolescent Therapist
Transformations Care Network
Danvers, Massachusetts
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$42.5 - $47.5/hr
Master's degree in social work
1,001-5,000

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LifeStance Health
Therapist (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT)- Child or Adult
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Therapist (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT)- Child or Adult
LifeStance Health
Quincy, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$75k - $100k/yr
Hybrid
5,001-10,000

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Child Therapist Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Boston
1 job
Easton
1 job
Newton
1 job
Quincy
1 job
Woburn
1 job
Danvers
1 job
Fitchburg
1 job
Lexington
1 job
Dorchester
1 job

Child Therapist Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

LifeStance Health
LifeStance Health2 open roles
Ellie Mental Health
Ellie Mental Health2 open roles
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Healing WELL1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in child therapist jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Active Massachusetts LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or licensed psychologist credential in good standing
  • Master's or doctoral degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related clinical field
  • Experience delivering evidence-based modalities such as CBT, TF-CBT, or play therapy with children
  • Ability to conduct psychosocial assessments and maintain clinical documentation in an EHR system
  • Strong collaboration skills for working with families, schools, and interdisciplinary care teams
  • Registered or eligible to register with the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professions

Child Therapist Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a child therapist in Massachusetts?

To become a licensed child therapist in Massachusetts, you must earn a qualifying master's or doctoral degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or psychology, then apply to the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professions for the credential that matches your training, typically the LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT. Each license requires supervised post-graduate clinical hours and a passing score on the relevant licensure exam before you can practice independently.

How much do child therapists make in Massachusetts?

Child therapists in Massachusetts earn a median of about $67,370 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $49,070 for the lowest 10% to over $128,490 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire child therapists in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring child therapists in Massachusetts right now include LifeStance Health, Ellie Mental Health, and Healing WELL, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts has a dense network of community mental health agencies, pediatric hospital systems, and school-based behavioral health programs that maintain consistent year-round openings for licensed and pre-licensed clinicians.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most child therapist jobs?

Boston, Easton, and Newton are the Massachusetts cities with the most child therapist openings. Boston drives the largest share of demand through its concentration of academic medical centers, children's hospitals, and community health organizations, while Worcester and Springfield reflect strong regional mental health agency networks and school-based programs that serve high-need populations throughout central and western Massachusetts.

Are there remote child therapist jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they are more limited than in purely desk-based fields because child therapy often involves direct, in-person clinical work and school or community settings. About 88% of child therapist openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting real but selective demand. Telehealth roles for outpatient talk therapy with older children and adolescents are the segment most likely to be offered remotely.

How can I get hired as a child therapist in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a clinician or counselor position at a Massachusetts community mental health center while still completing your supervised licensure hours, since many agencies, including those within the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Partnership network, hire pre-licensed master's-level candidates. Roles such as mental health counselor, case manager, or therapeutic mentor in school-based programs are common stepping stones. Completing a field placement or internship with a recognized Massachusetts provider and pursuing your LMHC or LCSW registration early gives you a clear edge over candidates who wait until graduation.

Where can I find and apply to child therapist jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to child therapist jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings from employers actively hiring right now. Search the listings, find roles that fit your license level, specialty, and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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