Clinical Psychologist Jobs in California

Clinical Psychologist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in healthcare systems, community mental health centers, Veterans Affairs facilities, and university counseling services, with openings at every level from supervised postdoctoral associates through senior licensed staff. Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego are the largest hiring metros, with major employers such as Kaiser Permanente, the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, and Sutter Health maintaining consistent clinical psychologist demand. Child and adolescent psychology, neuropsychological assessment, and trauma-focused treatment are the most in-demand specialties across California right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles95
Top employerLifeStance Health
Top citySan Diego, CA
Cities hiring56
Work type67% Hybrid
Top industryHealthcare

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Sharp HealthCare
Clinical Psychologist -COG/DBT OP - Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital - Full Time - Day Shift
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Clinical Psychologist -COG/DBT OP - Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital - Full Time - Day Shift
Sharp HealthCare
San Diego, California
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$57.74 - $83.44/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Sharp HealthCare
Clinical Psychologist - Intake - Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital - Per Diem - Night Shift
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Clinical Psychologist - Intake - Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital - Per Diem - Night Shift
Sharp HealthCare
San Diego, California
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$63.51 - $91.78/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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US Department of Veterans Affairs
Clinical Psychologist (Addiction Consultation and Treatment Program (ACT))
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Clinical Psychologist (Addiction Consultation and Treatment Program (ACT))
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Palo Alto, California
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Security & Protective Services
$162k - $228k/yr
On-Site
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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Petaluma Health Center
Clinical Psychologist
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Clinical Psychologist
Petaluma Health Center
Petaluma, California
Data Analytics
Data Science
$116k - $154k/yr
CPR Certification
501-1,000

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Petaluma Health Center
Clinical Psychologist
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Clinical Psychologist
Petaluma Health Center
Rohnert Park, California
Data Analytics
Data Science
$116k - $154k/yr
CPR Certification
501-1,000

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Clinical Psychologist Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Diego
12 jobs
San Francisco
5 jobs
Los Angeles
3 jobs
Fresno
2 jobs
Anaheim
2 jobs
Burbank
2 jobs
Del Mar
2 jobs
San Jose
2 jobs
Temecula
2 jobs

Clinical Psychologist Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

  • LifeStance Health
    LifeStance Health29
  • California Correctional Health Care Services
    California Correctional Health Care Services8
  • Rula
    Rula7
  • Little Scholars Services
    Little Scholars Services6
  • Sharp HealthCare
    Sharp HealthCare4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Government & Public Sector
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Science & Research

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical psychologist jobs across California.

  • Active California license as a psychologist issued by the California Board of Psychology
  • Doctoral degree in psychology (PhD, PsyD, or EdD) from an accredited program
  • Completion of a supervised postdoctoral fellowship meeting California licensure requirements
  • Experience delivering evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, or EMDR with specific populations
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems commonly used in California clinical settings
  • Ability to provide bilingual services in Spanish preferred by many California employers

Clinical Psychologist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical psychologist in California?

To become a licensed clinical psychologist in California, you must earn a doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited program, then complete a supervised predoctoral internship and a postdoctoral supervised experience period. After that, you apply to the California Board of Psychology, pass the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology, and pass the California Psychology Law and Ethics Examination. The California Board of Psychology oversees licensure and sets the supervised hours requirements you must meet before applying.

Which companies hire clinical psychologists in California?

Employers hiring clinical psychologists in California right now include LifeStance Health, California Correctional Health Care Services, and Rula, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's size and its large public sector mean the VA healthcare system, county behavioral health departments, and large integrated health systems like Kaiser Permanente are particularly consistent sources of full-time openings.

Which California cities have the most clinical psychologist jobs?

San Diego, San Francisco, and Los Angeles County have the most clinical psychologist openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its scale, the concentration of VA facilities, county-funded mental health programs, and large hospital systems, while San Francisco and San Diego draw openings through university medical centers, research institutions, and military and veterans healthcare infrastructure that sustains consistent demand across those metros.

Are there remote clinical psychologist jobs in California?

Yes, but they are less common than in purely administrative or analytical fields because clinical psychologists frequently conduct in-person assessments and provide direct patient care. About 78% of clinical psychologist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that telehealth has expanded meaningfully in outpatient therapy and some psychiatric evaluation contexts while in-person requirements remain standard for neuropsychological testing and hospital-based roles.

How can I get hired as a clinical psychologist in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing an APA-accredited predoctoral internship in California, with placements available through VA medical centers, county behavioral health departments, and university training clinics at institutions such as UCLA and UC San Diego. After internship, postdoctoral associate positions at Kaiser Permanente, large federally qualified health centers, and county mental health agencies are designed for candidates completing their supervised hours before licensure, giving new graduates a structured pathway into fully licensed staff roles.

Where can I find and apply to clinical psychologist jobs in California?

You can find and apply to clinical psychologist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, community behavioral health organizations, VA facilities, and other employers. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly through each listing.

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