Licensed Professional Counselor Jobs in Tennessee

Licensed Professional Counselor jobs in Tennessee are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in community mental health centers, hospital systems, substance use treatment programs, and school-based counseling services, with openings at every level from post-graduate residents completing supervised hours through seasoned clinicians in senior or supervisory roles. Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville are the largest hiring markets, anchored by employers like Centerstone, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and Frontier Health, which maintain ongoing needs across the state. The most sought-after specialties in Tennessee right now are trauma-informed care, substance use disorder counseling, and child and adolescent behavioral health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles18
Top employerUS Department of Veterans Affairs
Top cityNashville, TN
Cities hiring10
Work type65% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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CHE Behavioral Health Services
Licensed Professional Counselor (Nashville TN)
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CHE Behavioral Health Services
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Licensed Professional Counselor (Nashville TN)
CHE Behavioral Health Services
Nashville, Tennessee
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
Master of Counseling
501-1,000

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Restore Therapy Group
Licensed Masters or Clinical Social Worker (LMSW/LCSW) OR Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
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Restore Therapy Group
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Licensed Masters or Clinical Social Worker (LMSW/LCSW) OR Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Restore Therapy Group
Germantown, Tennessee
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$400 - $500/hr
On-Site

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Exceptional Living Centers
Licensed Professional Counselor- Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP)
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Licensed Professional Counselor- Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP)
Exceptional Living Centers
Dover, Tennessee
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$33 - $43/hr
On-Site
Master's degree in social work
1,001-5,000

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Exceptional Living Centers
Licensed Professional Counselor- Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP)
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Exceptional Living Centers
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Licensed Professional Counselor- Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP)
Exceptional Living Centers
Smyrna, Tennessee
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$33 - $43/hr
On-Site
Master's degree in social work
1,001-5,000

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Exceptional Living Centers
Licensed Professional Counselor- Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP)
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Exceptional Living Centers
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Licensed Professional Counselor- Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP)
Exceptional Living Centers
New Tazewell, Tennessee
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$33 - $43/hr
On-Site
Master's degree in social work
1,001-5,000

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Licensed Professional Counselor Jobs by City in Tennessee

Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Nashville
5 jobs
Memphis
4 jobs
Smyrna
2 jobs
Dover
1 job
Erwin
1 job
Knoxville
1 job
Crossville
1 job
Germantown
1 job
Johnson City
1 job

Licensed Professional Counselor Job Market in Tennessee

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

Who's Hiring

US Department of Veterans Affairs
US Department of Veterans Affairs5 open roles
Exceptional Living Centers
Exceptional Living Centers3 open roles
BetterHelp
BetterHelp2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Tennessee Employers Look For

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

  • Active Licensed Professional Counselor credential issued by the Tennessee State Board of Examiners
  • Master's degree in counseling, psychology, or a closely related clinical field
  • Completed supervised clinical hours required for full Tennessee licensure
  • Experience with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or trauma-focused approaches
  • Proficiency with electronic health records systems used in Tennessee clinical settings
  • Strong case documentation skills meeting Tennessee Medicaid and managed care standards

Licensed Professional Counselor Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a licensed professional counselor in Tennessee?

To become a licensed professional counselor in Tennessee, you must earn a master's degree in counseling or a related field, then apply to the Tennessee State Board of Examiners in Counseling for a temporary license to begin accumulating supervised post-graduate clinical hours. After completing the required hours under a board-approved supervisor, you must pass the National Counselor Examination and meet all additional board requirements before the full LPC credential is issued.

Which companies hire licensed professional counselors in Tennessee?

Employers hiring licensed professional counselors in Tennessee right now include US Department of Veterans Affairs, Exceptional Living Centers, and BetterHelp, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Tennessee's community mental health infrastructure and large integrated health systems mean demand is distributed across the state, with both nonprofit providers and hospital-affiliated outpatient programs consistently posting openings.

Which Tennessee cities have the most licensed professional counselor jobs?

Nashville, Memphis, and Smyrna have the most licensed professional counselor openings in Tennessee. Nashville drives volume through its large hospital networks and rapidly growing outpatient behavioral health sector, Memphis anchors demand with its concentration of community mental health organizations and VA services, and Knoxville reflects steady need tied to its university medical center and regional treatment programs.

Are there remote licensed professional counselor jobs in Tennessee?

Yes, more than many clinical roles. Telehealth expanded access to mental health services significantly across Tennessee, and a meaningful share of licensed professional counselor work, particularly outpatient therapy and care management, translates well to remote delivery. About 35% of licensed professional counselor openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with individual outpatient therapy and care coordination roles accounting for the largest share of those positions.

How can I get hired as a licensed professional counselor in Tennessee with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for positions that accept candidates holding a Tennessee temporary LPC license, which allows you to practice under supervision while completing your required clinical hours. Large Tennessee community mental health organizations like Centerstone and Helen Ross McNabb Center regularly hire associate-level or resident counselors in this status. Adjacent roles such as case manager, mental health technician, or crisis counselor at Tennessee behavioral health agencies are also common stepping stones. Completing your supervised hours quickly and documenting diverse clinical populations strengthens your candidacy for full LPC roles.

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

You can find and apply to licensed professional counselor jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current Tennessee openings across clinical settings, community programs, and telehealth roles. Find the roles that fit your credentials and experience, then apply directly to the employer.

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