Clinical Therapist Jobs in South Carolina

Clinical Therapist jobs in South Carolina are concentrated in behavioral health systems, hospital-affiliated outpatient programs, and community mental health centers, with demand at every level from associate-licensed clinicians to fully licensed supervisors. Columbia, Greenville, and Charleston generate the largest share of openings, anchored by employers such as Prisma Health, Palmetto Health, and Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System. Child and adolescent therapy, substance use counseling, and trauma-focused care are among the most consistently sought specialties across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles18
Top employerLifeStance Health
Top cityGreenville, SC
Cities hiring9
Work type77% Hybrid
Top industryHealthcare

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LifeStance Health
Licensed Clinical Therapist (LPC/LISW-CP/LMFT)
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Licensed Clinical Therapist (LPC/LISW-CP/LMFT)
LifeStance Health
Rock Hill, South Carolina
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$75k - $87k/yr
Hybrid
5,001-10,000

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LifeStance Health
Licensed Clinical Therapist
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Licensed Clinical Therapist
LifeStance Health
Rock Hill, South Carolina
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$75k - $87k+
Hybrid
None

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RecSol Recovery Solutions
Clinical Therapist
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Clinical Therapist
RecSol Recovery Solutions
Columbia, South Carolina
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$65k - $68k/yr
Master's degree in social work
1,001-5,000

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Deeply Well, LLC
Licensed Clinical Therapist
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Licensed Clinical Therapist
Deeply Well, LLC
Charleston, South Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$75 - $130/hr
On-Site

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Lighthouse Behavioral Health Hospital
Licensed/Licensed Eligible Clinical Therapist - Behavioral Health
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Licensed/Licensed Eligible Clinical Therapist - Behavioral Health
Lighthouse Behavioral Health Hospital
Conway, South Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Master's degree

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Clinical Therapist Jobs by City in South Carolina

Where South Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Greenville
4 jobs
Columbia
3 jobs
Charleston
3 jobs
Rock Hill
2 jobs
North Charleston
2 jobs
Conway
1 job
Lexington
1 job
Myrtle Beach
1 job
Mount Pleasant
1 job

Clinical Therapist Job Market in South Carolina

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

Who's Hiring

  • LifeStance Health
    LifeStance Health10
  • Prisma Health
    Prisma Health2
  • SAFY
    SAFY1
  • Deeply Well
    Deeply Well1
  • RecSol Recovery Solutions
    RecSol Recovery Solutions1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What South Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical therapist jobs across South Carolina.

  • Active South Carolina LPC, LCSW, or LMFT license or associate-level equivalent required
  • Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related clinical field
  • Experience delivering individual and group therapy in a clinical or community setting
  • Proficiency with an electronic health records platform such as Epic or Qualifacts
  • Ability to complete clinical documentation and maintain compliance with HIPAA standards
  • Strong case conceptualization skills and familiarity with evidence-based treatment modalities

Clinical Therapist Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical therapist in South Carolina?

Becoming a clinical therapist in South Carolina requires a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field, followed by licensure through the South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Associate Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Psycho-Educational Specialists, or the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners depending on your credential. Most paths begin with an associate-level license, supervised clinical hours, and a passing score on a national exam such as the NCE or NCMHCE before applying for full licensure.

Which companies hire clinical therapists in South Carolina?

South Carolina clinical therapist roles are posted by LifeStance Health, Prisma Health, and SAFY and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Large health systems, federally qualified health centers, and community mental health authorities across the state are among the most active and consistent sources of clinical therapist openings.

Which South Carolina cities have the most clinical therapist jobs?

Greenville, Columbia, and Charleston have the most clinical therapist openings in South Carolina. Columbia leads as the state capital with major hospital systems and state-funded behavioral health agencies headquartered there, while Greenville and Charleston draw demand from fast-growing regional health systems and a rising concentration of outpatient and specialty mental health practices serving their expanding populations.

Are there remote clinical therapist jobs in South Carolina?

Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because clinical therapy involves direct client care that many employers require on-site. About 77% of clinical therapist openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting a real but limited share of the market. Telehealth therapy roles, particularly in individual adult outpatient counseling, represent the segment of the field most likely to allow fully remote work.

How can I get hired as a clinical therapist in South Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is pursuing an associate-level license such as the Associate Professional Counselor or Associate Social Worker credential in South Carolina, which allows supervised practice while you accumulate required clinical hours. Prisma Health, Palmetto Behavioral Health, and South Carolina's county community mental health centers regularly bring on associate-licensed clinicians for entry-level roles. Internship placements completed through a CACREP-accredited or CSWE-accredited program at a recognizable South Carolina site carry significant weight, and completing a practicum in an underserved or rural county can accelerate hiring given demand in those areas.

Where can I find and apply to clinical therapist jobs in South Carolina?

You can find and apply to clinical therapist jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the state updated in real time. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your license level, specialization, and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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