Licensed Professional Counselor Associate Jobs

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate jobs are open across community mental health, private practice, healthcare systems, and nonprofit settings, from entry-level associates to senior clinicians, with specializations in trauma-informed care, substance use counseling, and child and adolescent therapy. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles400+
Top stateTexas
Top employerOptiMindHealth
Top cityDallas, TX
Work type43% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
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Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
LOUDOUN PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES (LPS)
Loudoun County, VA
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing

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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Deer Oaks Mental Health Associates
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$65k - $76k/yr
201-500

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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
LifeStance Health
San Marcos, California
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$118k - $135k/yr
Hybrid
5,001-10,000

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Licensed Professional Counselor
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Licensed Professional Counselor
Smoky Mountain Mental Health
Seymour, Tennessee
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$60 - $80/hr
Hybrid
Master's degree in social work

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Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor Program Manager - PTSD Domiciliary
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Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor Program Manager - PTSD Domiciliary
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Aurora, Colorado
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
$119k - $154k/yr
Hybrid
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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Licensed Professional Counselor Associate Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • OptiMindHealth30
  • US Department of Veterans Affairs21
  • Deer Oaks Mental Health Associates21
  • LifeStance Health16
  • BetterHelp15

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in licensed professional counselor associate jobs.

  • Master's degree in counseling, clinical mental health, or a closely related field
  • Active licensed professional counselor associate credential in the state of employment
  • Experience providing individual, group, or family therapy under clinical supervision
  • Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation systems
  • Knowledge of evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
  • Ability to maintain a full caseload while meeting documentation and billing deadlines

Tips for Your Licensed Professional Counselor Associate Job Search

Tailor your resume to your supervision hours

Employers want to see exactly how many supervised clinical hours you've completed and under whom. List your supervisor's credentials, the clinical setting, and your client population so hiring managers can quickly assess your readiness for independent licensure.

Clarify your supervision arrangement upfront

Many licensed professional counselor associate positions require the employer to provide a board-approved supervisor. Before applying, confirm whether the posting includes supervision or expects you to arrange it independently, since that changes your out-of-pocket licensing costs significantly.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists licensed professional counselor associate 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 match your modality training

Job listings increasingly specify modalities like CBT, DBT, or EMDR rather than just 'counseling experience.' Filter for roles that align with your clinical training so your application speaks directly to what the employer already prioritizes.

Prepare for the ethics scenario interview question

Most licensed professional counselor associate interviews include at least one ethics or dual-relationship scenario. Practice walking through your state's ACA code of ethics by name and explaining how you'd document and escalate a boundary concern to your supervisor.

Negotiate supervision structure before accepting an offer

Once you receive an offer, ask how supervision hours are logged, whether group supervision counts toward your state requirement, and how frequently individual sessions occur. These details affect how quickly you can sit for full licensure, so get them in writing.

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most licensed professional counselor associates?

The most active employers for licensed professional counselor associates right now are OptiMindHealth, US Department of Veterans Affairs, and Deer Oaks Mental Health Associates, and the most openings are in Texas, Georgia, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Community mental health centers and behavioral health networks tend to post the highest volume of associate-level roles because they can structure built-in supervision programs.

How many licensed professional counselor associate jobs are remote?

About 57% of licensed professional counselor associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies by state due to telehealth licensure compact participation. Outpatient therapy, employee assistance program counseling, and crisis line roles are the sub-areas where remote positions are most consistently available for associates at this licensure stage.

How do you become a licensed professional counselor associate?

To become a licensed professional counselor associate, you first complete a master's degree in counseling or a related clinical field from a CACREP-accredited or state-approved program. After graduation, you apply to your state licensing board, submit transcripts and an application fee, and pass the required counselor licensure exam. Once approved, you work under a board-approved supervisor, accumulating the post-degree supervised hours your state mandates before you can apply for full licensure.

Can you get a licensed professional counselor associate job with no prior clinical experience?

Yes, many employers hire licensed professional counselor associates immediately after graduation because the role is specifically designed for post-degree, pre-licensure clinicians. Your practicum and internship hours from your graduate program count as clinical experience, so document them precisely on your resume. Community mental health agencies and group private practices are most likely to hire new associates because they already have supervision infrastructure in place.

What does the licensed professional counselor associate interview process look like?

Most licensed professional counselor associate interviews include an initial phone screen with HR or a recruiter, followed by a clinical interview with a supervisor or clinical director. You'll typically answer scenario-based questions about client risk assessment, documentation practices, and ethical decision-making. Some employers also ask you to describe a challenging case from your internship. The full process usually wraps up within a few weeks of your first conversation.

Where can I find and apply to licensed professional counselor associate jobs?

You can find and apply to licensed professional counselor associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your state credential, clinical specialization, and supervision needs, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.

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