Clinical Therapist Jobs in Texas
Clinical Therapist jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in behavioral health centers, community mental health agencies, school districts, and large integrated hospital systems, with openings at every level from practicum-eligible new graduates through licensed senior clinicians. The heaviest hiring is in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where employers such as Integral Care, The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD, and Baylor Scott & White Health maintain ongoing clinical therapist needs. Substance use treatment, trauma-informed care, and child and adolescent therapy are the specialties drawing the most consistent demand across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Develops and implements new programs, strategies, and goals for individual mental health, group psychotherapy, advanced level counseling services for couples to address the needs of the University community.
- Coordinates services with other appropriate mental health professionals and resources on and off campus.
- May assist in the coordination and development of the Critical Incident Stress Management Team.
- Administers, scores, and interprets personality assessments, mental health screenings, and psychotherapy client readiness.
- Periodically reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of existing programs and services.
- Adheres to established policies and procedures of the University, UT System, and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
- Maintains appropriate documentation to assure compliance with state law.
- Assesses all referrals, forms, and materials to gauge effectiveness.
- Acts as department representative with internal and external University committees and organizations.
- Develops and conducts presentation as needed.
- Assists in training and supervision of counselor interns and practicum students.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
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All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of Human Resources.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical therapist jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas LPC, LCSW, or LMFT license or eligible for Texas licensure
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related clinical field
- Experience delivering individual and group therapy using evidence-based modalities
- Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
- Ability to conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Strong communication skills for collaboration with multidisciplinary care teams
Clinical Therapist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical therapist in Texas?
Becoming a clinical therapist in Texas requires a master's degree in counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy followed by supervised post-graduate hours and a licensing exam. The Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors oversees LPC licensure, while LCSW applicants work through the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners and LMFT candidates through the Texas State Board of Examiners of Marriage and Family Therapists. Each board sets its own supervised hours requirement before you can sit for the licensing exam.
Which companies hire clinical therapists in Texas?
Employers hiring clinical therapists in Texas right now include Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health, GuideStar Eldercare, and Advanced Recovery Systems, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's large community mental health center network and integrated health systems mean clinical therapist openings are distributed across both urban medical campuses and county-funded behavioral health agencies throughout the state.
Which Texas cities have the most clinical therapist jobs?
Houston, San Antonio, and Waco consistently post the most clinical therapist openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas lead because of their dense networks of hospital systems, community mental health centers, and private group practices, while San Antonio's large military population and VA facilities drive steady demand for trauma-specialized and veterans-focused clinical roles.
Are there remote clinical therapist jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than many clinical fields, because telehealth therapy has become widely accepted. About 70% of clinical therapist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how many Texas practices and health systems expanded virtual care delivery. Individual and outpatient talk therapy sessions are the most common services delivered remotely, while crisis assessment and group facilitation roles tend to remain on-site.
How can I get hired as a clinical therapist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for associate or intern-level clinician roles at Texas community mental health centers such as Integral Care in Austin or the Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Center, which regularly bring on provisionally licensed candidates accruing supervised hours. School district counselor aide positions and case manager roles at Texas Health and Human Services-contracted agencies are common lateral entry points. Holding your Texas LPC Associate or LMSW credential before applying gives you a clear advantage over candidates who have not yet begun the licensure process.
Where can I find and apply to clinical therapist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to clinical therapist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Texas employers. Search the listings to find roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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