Clinical Psychologist Jobs in Texas
Clinical Psychologist jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated across healthcare systems, community mental health centers, Veterans Affairs facilities, and university-affiliated outpatient clinics, covering roles from postdoctoral associates through senior licensed psychologists. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio are the largest hiring markets, with major employers such as UT Health, Texas Children's Hospital, and the South Texas Veterans Health Care System maintaining consistent clinical psychologist headcount. Child and adolescent psychology, trauma-focused care, and neuropsychology are among the most sought-after specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
At Houston Methodist, the Clinical Psychologist position is responsible for providing psychological expertise for the clinical, educational and consultative aspect of the behavior health program. This position performs direct patient care including assessment, evaluation and education by providing individual and group therapy and counseling.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Doctoral degree in psychology, or other related field from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited clinical psychology program.
- PhD or PsyD
Experience
- Eight years of experience in individual and/or group counseling
- Two years post-doctoral experience in a clinical psychology program preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- PSY - Psychologist - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (TSBEP) to practice in the state of Texas
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
- Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations and standards pertaining to the provision of psychological services.
- Ability to effectively communicate medical information, test results, diagnosis and/or proposed treatment in a manner easily understood.
- Knowledge of psychological counseling techniques, educational development test administration and interpretation, and interviewing and psychosocial/developmental assessment skills required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs psychosocial evaluations of patients in the behavioral health program to consider all variables that may impact treatment plans and outcomes for patients.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participates in interprofessional care coordination meetings at the request of providers, patients, patient families or staff.
- Oversees psychological evaluations and behavioral assessments and helps create a standardized level of care with interprofessional health care team.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Delivers psychological treatment to patients in the behavioral health program.
- Responsible for timely documentation and communication to all members of the care team.
- Reports all accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards. Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participates in business development activities to establish referral pipelines.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Help to establish new clinical care models and treatment programs specific to behavioral health.
- Maintains an awareness of current and changing trends, techniques, methods, and research in the field of clinical psychology and psychological therapy treatments for the specific patient population by attending workshops and professional seminars, reading journals, and external conferences in area of specialty/clinical discipline.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL
- Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call Yes
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
INTRODUCTION
At Houston Methodist, the Clinical Psychologist position is responsible for providing psychological expertise for the clinical, educational and consultative aspect of the behavior health program. This position performs direct patient care including assessment, evaluation and education by providing individual and group therapy and counseling.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Doctoral degree in psychology, or other related field from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited clinical psychology program.
- PhD or PsyD
Experience
- Eight years of experience in individual and/or group counseling
- Two years post-doctoral experience in a clinical psychology program preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- PSY - Psychologist - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (TSBEP) to practice in the state of Texas
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
- Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations and standards pertaining to the provision of psychological services.
- Ability to effectively communicate medical information, test results, diagnosis and/or proposed treatment in a manner easily understood.
- Knowledge of psychological counseling techniques, educational development test administration and interpretation, and interviewing and psychosocial/developmental assessment skills required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs psychosocial evaluations of patients in the behavioral health program to consider all variables that may impact treatment plans and outcomes for patients.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participates in interprofessional care coordination meetings at the request of providers, patients, patient families or staff.
- Oversees psychological evaluations and behavioral assessments and helps create a standardized level of care with interprofessional health care team.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Delivers psychological treatment to patients in the behavioral health program.
- Responsible for timely documentation and communication to all members of the care team.
- Reports all accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards. Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participates in business development activities to establish referral pipelines.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Help to establish new clinical care models and treatment programs specific to behavioral health.
- Maintains an awareness of current and changing trends, techniques, methods, and research in the field of clinical psychology and psychological therapy treatments for the specific patient population by attending workshops and professional seminars, reading journals, and external conferences in area of specialty/clinical discipline.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL
- Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call Yes
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Clinical Psychologist Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- LifeStance Health6
- University Health2
- Heart Centered Counseling1
- Houston Methodist1
- KBR1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services10
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical psychologist jobs across Texas.
- Licensed Psychologist issued by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists
- Doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA-accredited program
- Completion of an APA-accredited predoctoral internship in a clinical setting
- Minimum one year of supervised postdoctoral experience in a clinical environment
- Proficiency in evidence-based treatments such as CBT, DBT, or EMDR
- Experience with electronic health records platforms used in outpatient or inpatient settings
Clinical Psychologist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical psychologist in Texas?
To work as a clinical psychologist in Texas, you must hold a doctoral degree in psychology from an APA-accredited program and obtain licensure through the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists, which requires passing the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology and completing supervised postdoctoral hours. Most Texas employers also require completion of an APA-accredited internship. The board oversees all licensing, renewals, and continuing education requirements for practicing psychologists in the state.
Which companies hire clinical psychologists in Texas?
Employers hiring clinical psychologists in Texas right now include LifeStance Health, University Health, and Heart Centered Counseling, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas also sees consistent hiring from VA medical centers, public university counseling centers, and large integrated health systems operating community behavioral health clinics across the state.
Which Texas cities have the most clinical psychologist jobs?
Houston, San Antonio, and Austin have the most clinical psychologist openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas drive volume through their large academic medical centers, hospital systems, and private group practices, while San Antonio's concentration of military installations and VA facilities creates steady demand for trauma-specialized and forensic psychologists.
Are there remote clinical psychologist jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they are more limited than in purely desk-based fields, since much clinical psychology work requires in-person assessment, testing, and crisis intervention. About 18% of clinical psychologist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting a real but selective telehealth segment. Individual therapy, outpatient consultation, and supervision roles are the most likely to carry remote or hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a clinical psychologist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a postdoctoral fellowship at a Texas academic medical center or VA facility, where structured supervision and caseload exposure are built into the role. UT Southwestern, UTHealth Houston, and Texas Children's Hospital all run formal postdoctoral training programs. Candidates can also transition from adjacent roles such as licensed professional counselor associate or psychological associate positions while accruing supervised hours toward full licensure, which gives Texas employers a practical credential to hire against.
Where can I find and apply to clinical psychologist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to clinical psychologist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the Texas market. Find roles that fit your experience, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the employer through the listing.
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