Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Jobs
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) jobs are open across private practice, community mental health, hospitals, schools, and telehealth platforms, from entry-level associate roles to clinical director positions, with specializations in trauma, adolescent therapy, and substance use counseling. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Compassion Counseling Inc. is seeking a Mental Health Therapist - Licensed Independent Social Worker - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
This is a Full-Time Therapist Position seeing 25 clients per week. Hours are flexible. Four-day work week. Must also be licensed at highest level and have at least 3 years experience practicing at your Full Licensure.
This Therapist position requires someone that is warm and compassionate and have a passion for helping other people in a non-judgmental way. Must have the ability to effectively evaluate, diagnosis and development treatment plans for clients from diverse backgrounds with a variety of mental health issues. Communication skills and building rapport with clients is essential. Must be a "TEAM Player".
Compassion Counseling is committed to our mission of providing compassionate, quality Behavioral Health Counseling. We are different than most other employers. We offer a modern and warm environment for our employees and clients. All offices are fully furnished by Compassion Counseling Inc. We pay for liability insurance and have a very competitive pay structure.
We have put together an “Amazing Team” of hand-picked licensed Mental Health Professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate who appreciates the environment in which they work and the “Team” they are part of. If you are interested in learning more about these opportunities, please email your resume or call 563/355-0780.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you a LMHC, LMFT, or LISW? Must have one.
- Are you able to work FULL TIME?
- Do you have 3-4 years experience practicing in the mental health field?
Work Location: In person
AMAZING OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE!
Compassion Counseling Inc. is seeking a Mental Health Therapist - Licensed Independent Social Worker - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
This is a Full-Time Therapist Position seeing 25 clients per week. Hours are flexible. Four-day work week. Must also be licensed at highest level and have at least 3 years experience practicing at your Full Licensure.
This Therapist position requires someone that is warm and compassionate and have a passion for helping other people in a non-judgmental way. Must have the ability to effectively evaluate, diagnosis and development treatment plans for clients from diverse backgrounds with a variety of mental health issues. Communication skills and building rapport with clients is essential. Must be a "TEAM Player".
Compassion Counseling is committed to our mission of providing compassionate, quality Behavioral Health Counseling. We are different than most other employers. We offer a modern and warm environment for our employees and clients. All offices are fully furnished by Compassion Counseling Inc. We pay for liability insurance and have a very competitive pay structure.
We have put together an “Amazing Team” of hand-picked licensed Mental Health Professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate who appreciates the environment in which they work and the “Team” they are part of. If you are interested in learning more about these opportunities, please email your resume or call 563/355-0780.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you a LMHC, LMFT, or LISW? Must have one.
- Are you able to work FULL TIME?
- Do you have 3-4 years experience practicing in the mental health field?
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- OptiMindHealth51
- LifeStance Health40
- CHE Behavioral Health Services20
- Aspire36517
- LiveWell Homecare Agency7L
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) jobs.
- Active LMHC, LPC, LCSW, or equivalent state licensure in the state of practice
- Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a closely related clinical field
- Experience providing individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical or community setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as SimplePractice, Therapy Notes, or Epic
- Demonstrated competency in at least one evidence-based modality such as CBT, DBT, or trauma-focused therapy
- Ability to complete clinical documentation, treatment plans, and progress notes within required timeframes
Tips for Your Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Job Search
List your licensure state by state
Your LMHC license is state-specific, so note every state where you hold active licensure on your resume. Employers hiring for multi-state telehealth roles filter for this directly, and missing it means your application is screened out before anyone reads your experience.
Tailor your resume to setting type
A community mental health resume looks different from a private practice or school-based one. Swap in the language of the setting you're targeting, whether that's crisis intervention, IEP collaboration, or sliding-scale caseloads, so hiring managers see an immediate fit.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists licensed mental health counselor (lmhc) openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your modality
Filter for job postings that call out specific evidence-based modalities you're trained in, such as EMDR, DBT, or CBT. Applying to roles that match your clinical training makes your application stronger and reduces the risk of a poor caseload fit after you're hired.
Prepare a clinical philosophy statement
Many LMHC interviews open with a question about your theoretical orientation. Write out a two- to three-sentence answer in plain language before your interview, avoiding jargon. Interviewers want to know how you actually work with clients, not just which theory you studied.
Negotiate supervision terms before accepting
If you're still working toward full licensure hours, ask about supervision structure, frequency, and whether it's provided at no cost before you accept any offer. These terms vary widely across employers and are much harder to renegotiate once you've started.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most licensed mental health counselor (lmhc)s?
The companies hiring the most licensed mental health counselor (lmhc)s right now include OptiMindHealth, LifeStance Health, and CHE Behavioral Health Services, with the largest share of openings in Florida, New York, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Telehealth platforms and large behavioral health groups tend to post the highest volume of openings at any given time.
How many licensed mental health counselor (lmhc) jobs are remote?
About 80% of licensed mental health counselor (lmhc) openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the sustained growth of telehealth since the pandemic. Telehealth-specific roles, outpatient therapy positions, and employee assistance program counseling tend to offer the highest share of remote and hybrid flexibility compared to school-based or inpatient roles.
How do you become a licensed mental health counselor (lmhc)?
You earn a master's degree in counseling or a related clinical field from a program accredited by CACREP or a state-approved equivalent. After graduating, you complete a required number of supervised clinical hours working with clients, which varies by state. You then pass a national licensing exam, most commonly the National Counselor Examination or a state-specific equivalent, and apply for full licensure through your state's licensing board.
How do you get hired as a licensed mental health counselor (lmhc) with little experience?
Apply to roles that explicitly accept associate licensees or candidates still accruing supervised hours, as many community mental health centers, nonprofits, and group practices hire at this stage and provide supervision toward full licensure. Highlight your practicum and internship caseloads in detail on your resume, naming the populations you served and the modalities you used. Even limited experience treating a specific population, such as adolescents or survivors of trauma, can differentiate your application.
What does the licensed mental health counselor (lmhc) interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on licensure status, availability, and caseload preferences. A clinical interview follows, where you'll be asked about your theoretical orientation, how you handle crisis presentations, and your experience with specific populations or diagnoses. Some employers include a documentation review, a case conceptualization exercise, or a panel interview with clinical supervisors before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to licensed mental health counselor (lmhc) jobs?
You can find and apply to licensed mental health counselor (lmhc) jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your licensure state, setting preference, and clinical specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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