Mental Health Counselor Jobs
Mental Health Counselor jobs are open across community health centers, private practices, hospitals, schools, and telehealth companies, from entry-level associate roles to licensed clinical supervisors, with specializations in trauma, substance use, and child and adolescent counseling. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health. Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team! We are actively looking to hire talented therapists in the Yonkers, NY area, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
Is this you?
- Wanting to deliver high quality behavioral healthcare
- Seeking work life balance
- Interested in growing professionally
- Outpatient hybrid system
What we offer Therapists:
- Flexible work schedules with a hybrid system. In person and remote
- Full benefits package W2: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, and more.
- Collegial work environment
- Newly designed and modern offices
- Full administrative support
- Latest in digital technology
- Strong work/life balance
- Full-time Sign-on Bonus
- Above market compensation - Range from $72,000 to $110,000, compensation model based on productivity.
- Cash based incentive plan
- Unlimited membership for continuing Education
- LCSW, LMHC, LMFT
We have outpatient clinics in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Yonkers, Long Island City, New Hyde Park, Forest Hills, Garden City, Westchester County, West Nyack.
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Fully licensed and credentialed in one or more US states
- LCSW, LMHC, LMFT
- Hybrid system 2 days in office
- Full-time 30 hours or more
- 2 evenings
About LifeStance Health
LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US. LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.
Our values:
Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.
Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.
Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.
One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.
If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use www.lifestance.com or www.careers.lifestance.com. Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the @lifestance.com domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security. LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ADA@lifestance.com or by calling +1-800-308-0994.
Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.
At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health. Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team! We are actively looking to hire talented therapists in the Yonkers, NY area, who are passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
Is this you?
- Wanting to deliver high quality behavioral healthcare
- Seeking work life balance
- Interested in growing professionally
- Outpatient hybrid system
What we offer Therapists:
- Flexible work schedules with a hybrid system. In person and remote
- Full benefits package W2: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), paid parental leave, and more.
- Collegial work environment
- Newly designed and modern offices
- Full administrative support
- Latest in digital technology
- Strong work/life balance
- Full-time Sign-on Bonus
- Above market compensation - Range from $72,000 to $110,000, compensation model based on productivity.
- Cash based incentive plan
- Unlimited membership for continuing Education
- LCSW, LMHC, LMFT
We have outpatient clinics in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Yonkers, Long Island City, New Hyde Park, Forest Hills, Garden City, Westchester County, West Nyack.
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Licensed Therapists that are:
- Fully licensed and credentialed in one or more US states
- LCSW, LMHC, LMFT
- Hybrid system 2 days in office
- Full-time 30 hours or more
- 2 evenings
About LifeStance Health
LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US. LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.
Our values:
Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.
Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.
Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.
One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.
If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use www.lifestance.com or www.careers.lifestance.com. Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the @lifestance.com domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security. LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ADA@lifestance.com or by calling +1-800-308-0994.
Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.
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Who's Hiring
- LifeStance Health58
- OptiMindHealth51O
- US Department of Veterans Affairs47U
- Vinfen35V
- Telecare Corporation27T
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- Healthcare & Medical Services51
- Education13
- Non-Profit & Social Services6
- Social Media2
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health counselor jobs.
- Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related clinical field
- Active state licensure or eligibility for licensure (LPC, LMHC, LCPC, or state equivalent)
- Experience with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems for clinical documentation and billing
- Crisis intervention skills and experience conducting suicide risk assessments
- Ability to maintain a full caseload and meet productivity requirements set by the employer
Tips for Your Mental Health Counselor Job Search
List your licensure status clearly upfront
Employers screen fast on licensure, so put your credential line at the top of your resume: state, license type, license number, and expiration date. If you're pre-licensed or working toward full licensure, say that explicitly so you don't get filtered out incorrectly.
Tailor your resume to the population served
A resume for a community mental health center role should emphasize crisis intervention and case management. One for a private group practice should highlight clinical specializations and EHR proficiency. Hiring managers read population fit before they read anything else.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists mental health counselor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by supervision availability
If you need supervised hours toward full licensure, only pursue roles that explicitly offer clinical supervision. Ask about supervisor credentials, caseload ratios, and whether supervision hours are documented in a format your state licensing board accepts.
Prepare a brief clinical philosophy statement
Most mental health counselor interviews include a question about your theoretical orientation. Have a two to three sentence answer ready that names your primary modality, explains why you use it, and connects it to the population the employer serves. Vague answers cost candidates offers.
Negotiate caseload size, not just salary
In mental health counseling, caseload size directly affects burnout and documentation time. Before accepting an offer, ask how many active clients you're expected to carry and what the average session documentation turnaround time is. Both are negotiable at many organizations.
Mental Health Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most mental health counselors?
The companies hiring the most mental health counselors right now include LifeStance Health, OptiMindHealth, and US Department of Veterans Affairs, with the largest share of openings in New York, Massachusetts, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is consistently strong across community behavioral health organizations, telehealth platforms, and hospital-based outpatient programs.
How many mental health counselor jobs are remote?
About 46% of mental health counselor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though availability varies significantly by role type. Telehealth-focused positions and certain administrative or care coordination roles within behavioral health organizations tend to have the highest share of remote work options compared to in-person clinical or school-based roles.
How do you become a mental health counselor?
You earn a master's degree in counseling or a closely related clinical field, complete the required supervised clinical hours your state mandates, pass your state's licensure exam, and apply for your license. Requirements differ by state, so confirm the exact supervised hour total and approved exam for your state's licensing board before you begin your supervised experience.
Can you get hired as a mental health counselor with little experience?
Yes, many employers hire associate or pre-licensed counselors who are working toward full licensure, particularly in community mental health centers, nonprofits, and group practices that offer built-in supervision. Highlighting your practicum and internship populations, your theoretical orientation, and any crisis training you completed during your graduate program will strengthen an entry-level application significantly.
What does the mental health counselor interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial phone or video screen with HR or a recruiter, followed by a clinical interview with the supervisor or clinical director where you discuss your theoretical orientation, case conceptualization approach, and experience with the target population. Some employers add a scenario-based question about a crisis situation or ask you to walk through how you handle documentation and caseload management.
Where can I find and apply to mental health counselor jobs?
You can find and apply to mental health counselor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your licensure status, specialization, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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