Marriage And Family Therapist Jobs in California
Marriage And Family Therapist jobs in California are concentrated in community mental health centers, private group practices, and integrated healthcare systems, with demand running from registered associate to licensed clinical director. Most of the hiring is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where large employers like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Sutter Health maintain active behavioral health departments. The most sought-after specialties are trauma-focused care, child and adolescent therapy, and couples counseling. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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You take care of your clients. We take care of the rest.
Stillpoint Family Counseling Services is looking for a part-time LMFT who wants the flexibility of private practice without having to manage the administrative side alone.
Whether you're newly licensed and looking for a supportive place to grow, or an experienced clinician looking for more flexibility, Stillpoint offers a collaborative environment where you can focus on what you do best: helping clients.
What You'll Get:
- Flexible Scheduling - Build your caseload without having to market yourself. Stillpoint provides referrals and administrative support so you can focus on clinical work rather than finding clients and managing the business side of private practice.
- Hybrid Flexibility - Primarily in-person sessions at our Placentia office, with the opportunity to provide some telehealth sessions.
- Administrative & Billing Support Streamlined systems (SimplePractice) to make documentation, file storage, billing, and scheduling as smooth as possible—so you can focus on your clients, not the paperwork.
- Malpractice Insurance Reimbursement
- CEU Reimbursement Up to $200 annually
- 401(k) Options
- Paid Sick Leave (per California requirements)
- Supportive Team Environment – Supportive, collaborative, connected
- Comfortable Workspace – Full-size breakroom with stocked refreshments
Compensation
- Starting at $70/hour
Who we treat
Our clients include children, teens, adults, couples, and families presenting with concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, family conflict, life transitions, and stress.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual, couples, and/or family therapy
- Conduct clinical assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation
- Collaborate with team members as needed
- Uphold ethical and legal standards of care
Qualifications
- Active California LMFT license in good standing
- Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic approaches and a commitment to ongoing clinical growth
- Strong clinical judgment and documentation skills
What Makes You a Great Fit
- Empathy, warmth, and strong interpersonal skills
- Effective communication and active listening skills
- Culturally responsive and self-aware
- Strong boundaries and professionalism
A few extras
- Comfortable Workspace – Full-size breakroom with stocked snacks and refreshments
Pay: From $70.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
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Marriage And Family Therapist Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Rula18
- Sutter Health16
- LifeStance Health5
- WAVE Therapy3
- Era Center2E
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in marriage and family therapist jobs across California.
- Active California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist license issued by the BBS required
- Master's degree in marriage and family therapy, counseling, or related clinical field required
- Minimum supervised clinical hours completed under a qualified California BBS-approved supervisor
- Experience delivering evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or EMDR preferred
- Proficiency with electronic health records systems used in California behavioral health settings
- Strong written documentation skills for treatment plans, progress notes, and clinical assessments
Marriage And Family Therapist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a marriage and family therapist in California?
To become a licensed marriage and family therapist in California, you must earn a qualifying master's or doctoral degree, register as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, complete the required supervised hours of clinical experience, and pass the California Law and Ethics Exam along with the MFT Clinical Exam administered through the Association of Marital and Family Therapy Regulatory Boards. The BBS oversees the entire licensure process from associate registration through full licensure.
Which companies hire marriage and family therapists in California?
California marriage and family therapist roles are posted by Rula, Sutter Health, and LifeStance Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's size and diversity of care settings means openings appear across large integrated health systems, county behavioral health agencies, and established group practices throughout the state.
Which California cities have the most marriage and family therapist jobs?
San Diego, Fresno, and Modesto lead California for marriage and family therapist openings, driven by the concentration of major health systems, county mental health departments, and private group practices in those metros. Los Angeles alone accounts for a significant share of statewide postings given its population size and the density of community mental health organizations serving diverse populations across the region.
Are there remote marriage and family therapist jobs in California?
Yes, and more than many clinical roles, since telehealth has become a standard delivery model for outpatient therapy in California. About 63% of marriage and family therapist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how broadly California providers adopted virtual care. Individual therapy, follow-up sessions, and certain intake assessments are the functions most commonly offered in a remote format.
How can I get hired as a marriage and family therapist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is registering as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences and applying to county behavioral health departments, Federally Qualified Health Centers, and nonprofit community agencies that routinely hire associates. Organizations like Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services and Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health run structured supervised training environments for early-career clinicians. Lateral entry from roles such as case manager, mental health counselor, or crisis line counselor is common, and completing any additional training in trauma-informed care or a recognized evidence-based modality strengthens a candidate's application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to marriage and family therapist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to marriage and family therapist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across health systems, group practices, and community agencies. Search the roles that fit your licensure status and clinical focus, then apply directly to the ones that match your experience and availability.
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