Licensed Therapist Jobs in Arizona
Licensed Therapist jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, with active hiring across outpatient behavioral health clinics, community mental health centers, school districts, and integrated care systems at levels from associate clinician to clinical director. Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale anchor the largest share of openings, where established employers such as Banner Health, Valleywise Health, and Lifewell Behavioral Wellness maintain ongoing hiring pipelines for licensed therapists. Substance use disorder counseling, trauma-focused therapy, and child and adolescent mental health are the specialties seeing the most consistent demand statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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How would you like to be part of a clinical team that supports one another as deeply as the clients they serve?
At Purpose Healing Center, we believe the strongest recovery outcomes come from thoughtful collaboration, clinical excellence, and clinicians who feel respected and supported. Our interdisciplinary model brings together dedicated professionals who share a commitment to ethical care, clinical integrity, and meaningful recovery.
We are seeking an experienced Interdisciplinary Treatment Team Therapist (IDT) who is passionate about mental health and substance use treatment and ready to play a key role in coordinated, client centered care.
Compensation: Up to $78,000 annually, depending on your licensure and experience.
Schedule: This is a hybrid position. The therapist works half of the day onsite facilitating group sessions and participating in clinical staffings, and the remaining half of the day remotely via telehealth providing individual therapy sessions.
About the Role
The IDT Therapist serves as a core clinical leader within our treatment program, working closely with medical providers, nursing, case management, and clinical staff to ensure integrated, high quality care for clients across levels of treatment, including detox services.
What You Will Do
Direct Clinical Care
- Provide individual therapy via telehealth addressing mental health and substance use disorders
- Facilitate onsite group therapy focused on stabilization, recovery, coping skills, and relapse prevention
- Support clients through detox and early recovery phases using evidence based interventions
- Respond to clinical needs, crises, and changes in client presentation
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and clinical staffings
- Collaborate closely with medical, nursing, and clinical staff to coordinate care
- Provide clinical insight to support treatment planning and level of care decisions
- Advocate for ethical, client centered treatment
Assessment and Treatment Planning
- Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and clinical evaluations
- Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans with measurable goals
- Monitor and document client progress across treatment episodes
- Adjust treatment approaches based on clinical need and team input
Documentation and Compliance
- Complete progress notes, treatment plans, case reviews, and discharge documentation
- Ensure documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with regulatory standards
- Maintain an organized caseload that meets all clinical and compliance expectations
Professional Practice
- Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality
- Demonstrate cultural humility and respect for diverse populations
- Provide clinical oversight consistent with supervision credentials
- Seek consultation and collaboration as needed
- Complete required trainings, background checks, and compliance requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned
What You Bring
Required Education and Licensure
- Master’s Degree and an unencumbered Arizona behavioral health license. Both associate and independent licenses are accepted, including LMSW, LASAC, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, and LISAC.
Clinical Experience
- Experience working with mental health and substance use disorder populations
- Experience providing both group therapy and individual therapy
- Previous experience in a detox or residential treatment setting strongly preferred
- Strong assessment, crisis intervention, and treatment planning skills
- Comfort working with electronic medical record systems and telehealth platforms
Skills and Competencies
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities
- Effective communication with multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to balance onsite and remote clinical responsibilities
- Leadership presence and collaborative mindset
- Commitment to ethical practice and high-quality care
Why Purpose Healing Center
- Competitive salary of up to $78,000, depending on your licensure and experience
- Hybrid work model supporting work life balance
- Mission driven organization grounded in compassion and integrity
- Collaborative, supportive clinical leadership
- A culture where experienced clinicians are respected and trusted
- Meaningful work that impacts clients, families, and the treatment team as a whole
Pay: Up to $78,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
How would you like to be part of a clinical team that supports one another as deeply as the clients they serve?
At Purpose Healing Center, we believe the strongest recovery outcomes come from thoughtful collaboration, clinical excellence, and clinicians who feel respected and supported. Our interdisciplinary model brings together dedicated professionals who share a commitment to ethical care, clinical integrity, and meaningful recovery.
We are seeking an experienced Interdisciplinary Treatment Team Therapist (IDT) who is passionate about mental health and substance use treatment and ready to play a key role in coordinated, client centered care.
Compensation: Up to $78,000 annually, depending on your licensure and experience.
Schedule: This is a hybrid position. The therapist works half of the day onsite facilitating group sessions and participating in clinical staffings, and the remaining half of the day remotely via telehealth providing individual therapy sessions.
About the Role
The IDT Therapist serves as a core clinical leader within our treatment program, working closely with medical providers, nursing, case management, and clinical staff to ensure integrated, high quality care for clients across levels of treatment, including detox services.
What You Will Do
Direct Clinical Care
- Provide individual therapy via telehealth addressing mental health and substance use disorders
- Facilitate onsite group therapy focused on stabilization, recovery, coping skills, and relapse prevention
- Support clients through detox and early recovery phases using evidence based interventions
- Respond to clinical needs, crises, and changes in client presentation
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and clinical staffings
- Collaborate closely with medical, nursing, and clinical staff to coordinate care
- Provide clinical insight to support treatment planning and level of care decisions
- Advocate for ethical, client centered treatment
Assessment and Treatment Planning
- Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and clinical evaluations
- Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans with measurable goals
- Monitor and document client progress across treatment episodes
- Adjust treatment approaches based on clinical need and team input
Documentation and Compliance
- Complete progress notes, treatment plans, case reviews, and discharge documentation
- Ensure documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with regulatory standards
- Maintain an organized caseload that meets all clinical and compliance expectations
Professional Practice
- Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality
- Demonstrate cultural humility and respect for diverse populations
- Provide clinical oversight consistent with supervision credentials
- Seek consultation and collaboration as needed
- Complete required trainings, background checks, and compliance requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned
What You Bring
Required Education and Licensure
- Master’s Degree and an unencumbered Arizona behavioral health license. Both associate and independent licenses are accepted, including LMSW, LASAC, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, and LISAC.
Clinical Experience
- Experience working with mental health and substance use disorder populations
- Experience providing both group therapy and individual therapy
- Previous experience in a detox or residential treatment setting strongly preferred
- Strong assessment, crisis intervention, and treatment planning skills
- Comfort working with electronic medical record systems and telehealth platforms
Skills and Competencies
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities
- Effective communication with multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to balance onsite and remote clinical responsibilities
- Leadership presence and collaborative mindset
- Commitment to ethical practice and high-quality care
Why Purpose Healing Center
- Competitive salary of up to $78,000, depending on your licensure and experience
- Hybrid work model supporting work life balance
- Mission driven organization grounded in compassion and integrity
- Collaborative, supportive clinical leadership
- A culture where experienced clinicians are respected and trusted
- Meaningful work that impacts clients, families, and the treatment team as a whole
Pay: Up to $78,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
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Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Licensed Therapist Job Market in Arizona
A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- EmpowerMe Wellness14
- Blue Rose Consulting Group8
- Thriveworks7
- LifeStance Health3
- Purpose Healing Center3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Hospitality & Tourism
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in licensed therapist jobs across Arizona.
- Active Arizona license as an LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent from the relevant Arizona board
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or related field
- Current or eligible Arizona licensure in good standing with no disciplinary history
- Experience delivering individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical setting
- Familiarity with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or trauma-informed care
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems used in outpatient or community settings
Licensed Therapist Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a licensed therapist in Arizona?
Becoming a licensed therapist in Arizona requires completing a master's degree in counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy, then applying to the appropriate Arizona licensing board: the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners governs LPC, LCSW, LMFT, and LAC credentials. Candidates must pass a national licensing exam, complete supervised post-degree hours, and submit a board application. The specific hour requirements and exam vary by license type, so confirming details directly with the board is the most reliable step.
Which companies hire licensed therapists in Arizona?
Employers hiring licensed therapists in Arizona right now include EmpowerMe Wellness, Blue Rose Consulting Group, and Thriveworks, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's large integrated health systems, county behavioral health contractors, and nonprofit community mental health organizations are among the most consistent sources of full-time licensed therapist roles across the state.
Which Arizona cities have the most licensed therapist jobs?
Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tucson have the most licensed therapist openings in Arizona. Phoenix drives the largest share because of its concentration of major health systems, county behavioral health networks, and outpatient group practices, while Tucson and Scottsdale add significant volume through university-affiliated clinics, community mental health centers, and private group practices serving their respective metro populations.
Are there remote licensed therapist jobs in Arizona?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields. About 44% of licensed therapist openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the rapid expansion of telehealth therapy in behavioral health. Individual talk therapy, case management, and supervisory roles are the most commonly offered in remote or hybrid formats, while group therapy and intensive outpatient programs typically require in-person attendance.
How can I get hired as a licensed therapist in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for associate or pre-licensed clinician roles, which are specifically designed for candidates still accumulating supervised hours toward full licensure. Large Arizona employers such as Valleywise Health and Lifewell Behavioral Wellness regularly hire at the associate level, and Arizona's county-contracted community mental health agencies often run cohort onboarding for new graduates. Holding an active Arizona LAC or LMSW and completing practicum hours at a recognized Arizona site strengthens any application at this stage.
Where can I find and apply to licensed therapist jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to licensed therapist jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your license type, specialty, and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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