Licensed Therapist Jobs in Delaware

Licensed Therapist jobs in Delaware are concentrated in behavioral health, community mental health, and hospital-based outpatient services, with steady demand from entry-level associate positions through licensed clinical supervisors. The strongest hiring activity is in Wilmington, Dover, and Newark, where established employers such as Bayhealth Medical Center, ChristianaCare, and Connections CSP maintain consistent openings. The most in-demand specializations are trauma-focused therapy, substance use disorder counseling, and child and adolescent mental health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles44
Top employerLifeStance Health
Top cityWilmington, DE
Cities hiring9
Work type75% Hybrid
Top industryHealthcare

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Thriveworks
Licensed Talk Therapist - Fee For Service
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Licensed Talk Therapist - Fee For Service
Thriveworks
Dover, Delaware
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Hybrid
1,001-5,000

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Licensed Talk Therapist - Fee For Service
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Licensed Talk Therapist - Fee For Service
Thriveworks
Wilmington, Delaware
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Hybrid
1,001-5,000

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LifeStance Health
Licensed Therapist
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Licensed Therapist
LifeStance Health
Middletown, Delaware
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$85k+/yr
Hybrid
None

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LifeStance Health
Licensed Therapist
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Licensed Therapist
LifeStance Health
Wilmington, Delaware
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$85k+/yr
Hybrid
None

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Licensed Massage Therapist
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Licensed Massage Therapist
Integral Property Management
Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$60 - $600/hr
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Licensed Therapist Jobs by City in Delaware

Where Delaware roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Wilmington
12 jobs
Dover
7 jobs
Middletown
5 jobs
New Castle
4 jobs
Rehoboth Beach
4 jobs
Claymont
3 jobs
Millsboro
3 jobs
Newark
2 jobs
Bear
1 job

Licensed Therapist Job Market in Delaware

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

Who's Hiring

  • LifeStance Health
    LifeStance Health21
  • Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
    Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa5
  • Thriveworks
    Thriveworks3
  • Brightside Health
    Brightside Health3
  • Delaware Guidance Services
    Delaware Guidance Services2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Delaware Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in licensed therapist jobs across Delaware.

  • Active Delaware Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential required
  • Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related clinical field
  • Experience providing individual and group therapy in a clinical or community setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
  • Ability to conduct diagnostic assessments using DSM-5 criteria
  • Strong knowledge of evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or trauma-informed care

Licensed Therapist Jobs in Delaware: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a licensed therapist in Delaware?

Licensure in Delaware is issued by the Delaware Board of Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Professionals, which oversees credentials including the Licensed Professional Counselor of Mental Health and the Licensed Clinical Social Worker. You will need a master's degree in a qualifying clinical field, completion of supervised post-degree hours, and a passing score on the relevant national clinical exam such as the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination or the ASWB Clinical exam.

Which companies hire licensed therapists in Delaware?

Companies currently hiring licensed therapists in Delaware include LifeStance Health, Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, and Thriveworks, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Delaware's behavioral health sector is anchored by large integrated health systems and community mental health organizations that maintain year-round clinical staffing needs across both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Which Delaware cities have the most licensed therapist jobs?

Wilmington, Dover, and Middletown are the Delaware cities with the most licensed therapist openings. Wilmington drives the largest share of postings as the state's primary population and healthcare hub, while Dover's concentration of state government behavioral health programs and Newark's proximity to major hospital systems and the University of Delaware generate consistent demand outside the Wilmington metro.

Are there remote licensed therapist jobs in Delaware?

Yes, and more than many clinical roles, since licensed therapists delivering talk therapy can often work effectively over secure telehealth platforms. About 92% of licensed therapist openings tied to Delaware are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. Telehealth positions are most common in outpatient individual therapy, while crisis stabilization, residential treatment, and assessment-heavy roles typically require on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a licensed therapist in Delaware with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for associate or pre-licensed therapist roles at community mental health centers, where supervision toward full licensure is built into the position. Delaware employers such as Connections CSP and Westside Family Healthcare regularly hire candidates working toward their Licensed Professional Counselor of Mental Health or LCSW credential. Roles in case management, behavioral health technician, or crisis counseling are natural lateral moves that build clinical hours, and completing your supervised hours at a Delaware-accredited site accelerates the path to independent licensure.

Where can I find and apply to licensed therapist jobs in Delaware?

You can find and apply to licensed therapist jobs in Delaware on Migrate Mate, which lists current Delaware openings across behavioral health, hospital systems, and community mental health settings. Find roles that fit your license level and specialty and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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