Family Therapist Jobs

Family Therapist jobs are open across community mental health centers, private practices, hospitals, and school systems, from entry-level associate therapist roles to clinical director and senior supervisor positions, with specializations in couples counseling, child and adolescent therapy, and trauma-focused care. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles572+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerLifeStance Health
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type38% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Therapist, License, - Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic
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Therapist, License, - Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic
Centerstone
Clarksville, Tennessee
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$84k - $87k/yr
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Private Practice Therapist - Child and Family Focus
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Private Practice Therapist - Child and Family Focus
Inner Clarity, LLC
Natick, Massachusetts
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Hybrid
Master's degree in social work

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Physical Therapist (PRN) - Family Partners
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Physical Therapist (PRN) - Family Partners
CareLinc Options
St. Louis, Missouri
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
On-Site

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Marriage and Family Therapist FT/PT
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Marriage and Family Therapist FT/PT
Airmid Wellness and Counseling Center
Warminster, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Hybrid
Master's degree

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Clinical Family Therapist SUD focused
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Clinical Family Therapist SUD focused
FAMILY CENTERED SERVICES
Remote
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$78k - $90k/yr
Master's degree in social work

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Family Therapist Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • LifeStance Health26
  • OptiMindHealth25
  • BetterHelp22
  • Rula21
  • Deer Oaks Mental Health Associates12

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services31
  • Consulting & Professional Services5
  • Education1
  • Science & Research1
  • Technology & Software1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in family therapist jobs.

  • Master's degree in marriage and family therapy, counseling, or a related clinical field
  • Active LMFT license or associate license eligible for supervised practice in the state
  • Experience delivering individual, couples, and family therapy using evidence-based modalities
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems for clinical documentation and treatment planning
  • Knowledge of HIPAA compliance and mandatory reporting requirements
  • Experience conducting psychosocial assessments and developing individualized treatment plans

Tips for Your Family Therapist Job Search

Tailor your resume to licensure level

Employers filter hard on licensure status, so your resume header should state your credential clearly: LMFT, LMFT-Associate, MFT-Intern, or equivalent for your state. Don't bury it in a summary paragraph. Put it right under your name.

Highlight your clinical hours upfront

Many family therapist postings require a specific number of supervised clinical hours. State your total hours and supervisor's credential in your resume's education or licensure section so hiring managers don't have to calculate it from your work history.

Target postings by treatment modality

Job descriptions for family therapists often call out specific modalities like EFT, structural family therapy, or PCIT. Search for openings that match your trained modalities and name them explicitly in your cover letter to pass initial screening.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists family therapist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare a case conceptualization example for interviews

Family therapist interviews frequently ask you to walk through how you'd conceptualize a presenting family system. Prepare one or two de-identified examples from your clinical experience that demonstrate your theoretical orientation and how you set treatment goals.

Negotiate supervision hours if you're pre-licensed

If you're still accumulating supervised hours, ask prospective employers whether they offer on-site supervision, what the supervisor-to-supervisee ratio is, and how hours are documented. These details directly affect how quickly you can apply for full licensure.

Family Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most family therapists?

LifeStance Health, OptiMindHealth, and BetterHelp are hiring the most family therapists right now, with openings concentrated in California, Pennsylvania, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong at community mental health organizations and integrated care systems.

How many family therapist jobs are remote?

About 62% of family therapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with telehealth-focused practices and large behavioral health networks accounting for most of those listings. Roles centered on individual and couples therapy tend to be more remote-compatible than those requiring in-person family sessions or school-based placements.

How do you become a family therapist?

You need a master's degree in marriage and family therapy or a closely related field from a program accredited by COAMFTE or a state-recognized equivalent. After graduation, you complete a required period of supervised clinical hours, the specific number of which varies by state. You then pass the state licensure exam to earn your LMFT credential. Some states have an associate or intern license tier you hold during the supervised hours phase.

How do you get hired as a family therapist with little experience?

Focus on roles that explicitly list associate licensure or supervised practice as acceptable, since many community mental health centers and training clinics are structured to bring in pre-licensed therapists. Emphasize your practicum and internship caseload in your resume, naming the populations and modalities you worked with. Apply to group practices that offer built-in supervision, as these roles are designed for therapists still building hours toward full licensure.

What does the family therapist interview process look like?

Most family therapist hiring processes include an initial phone or video screen with HR, followed by a clinical interview with the program director or clinical supervisor. You'll typically be asked to describe your theoretical orientation, walk through a case conceptualization, and explain how you handle situations like a family member refusing to participate. Some employers add a final conversation with the broader clinical team before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to family therapist jobs?

You can find and apply to family therapist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your licensure level, preferred setting, and clinical specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and goals.

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