Mental Health Therapist Jobs in Florida

Mental Health Therapist jobs in Florida are among the most active in the country, with strong demand in community mental health centers, private group practices, school-based programs, and behavioral health hospital units, at every level from entry-level associate therapist through senior clinical director. The largest concentrations of openings are in Miami, Tampa, and Orlando, where employers such as BayCare Health System, Centerstone, and Universal Health Services maintain a sustained hiring presence. The most in-demand specialties 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 roles117+
Top employerChrysalis Health
Top cityJacksonville, FL
Cities hiring68
Work type67% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Bilingual (English & Spanish) Master’s Level Mental Health Therapist, Counselor or Social Worker
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Bilingual (English & Spanish) Master’s Level Mental Health Therapist, Counselor or Social Worker
FL
Palm Beach, Florida
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Master's degree in social work

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Master Level Substance / Mental Health Primary Therapist
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Master Level Substance / Mental Health Primary Therapist
ROCKLAND TREATMENT CENTER
New Port Richey, Florida
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$51k - $65k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in social work

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CVS Health
Mental Health Therapist
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Mental Health Therapist
CVS Health
Florida
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$29.1 - $62.32/hr
Remote (US)
Master's degree
10,000+

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Mental Health Therapist – Licensed or Registered Intern
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Mental Health Therapist – Licensed or Registered Intern
Greenhouse Counseling
Pensacola, Florida
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$50 - $100/hr
Hybrid
Master's degree

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Mental Health Therapist, 1099 - Florida, Jacksonville Area
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Mental Health Therapist, 1099 - Florida, Jacksonville Area
Octave
Jacksonville, Florida
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$60 - $140/hr
On-Site
Master's degree in social work
201-500

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Mental Health Therapist Jobs by City in Florida

Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jacksonville
8 jobs
Tampa
6 jobs
Stuart
5 jobs
Plant City
4 jobs
Fort Lauderdale
4 jobs
Miami
3 jobs
Naples
3 jobs
Orlando
3 jobs
Kissimmee
3 jobs

Mental Health Therapist Job Market in Florida

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

Who's Hiring

  • Chrysalis Health
    Chrysalis Health13
  • evolvedMD
    evolvedMD10
  • FL
    FL7
  • Health Connect America
    Health Connect America7
  • Youth Opportunity Investments
    Youth Opportunity Investments6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Florida Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in mental health therapist jobs across Florida.

  • Active Florida license as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or equivalent
  • Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field
  • Experience providing individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Credible
  • Ability to complete clinical documentation accurately and within required timeframes
  • Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish preferred for many Florida markets

Mental Health Therapist Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a mental health therapist in Florida?

You become a licensed mental health therapist in Florida by earning a master's degree in mental health counseling or a related field, then completing the supervised post-degree clinical hours required by the Florida Department of Health's Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, and passing the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination. The resulting credential is the Licensed Mental Health Counselor, or LMHC, which is the standard license Florida employers require.

Which companies hire mental health therapists in Florida?

Employers hiring mental health therapists in Florida right now include Chrysalis Health, evolvedMD, and FL, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's large integrated health systems, community behavioral health networks, and school district contracted providers generate consistent year-round openings across the state.

Which Florida cities have the most mental health therapist jobs?

The Florida cities with the most mental health therapist openings are Jacksonville, Tampa, and Stuart. Miami leads due to its dense population and large bilingual community health networks, Tampa draws volume from major hospital systems and Veterans Affairs facilities, and Orlando's growth in healthcare infrastructure and school-based services supports steady demand in the region.

Are there remote mental health therapist jobs in Florida?

Yes, and more than most clinical fields, because therapy sessions can be delivered effectively through telehealth platforms. About 33% of mental health therapist openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the state's early adoption of telehealth following the expansion of Florida Medicaid telehealth coverage. Individual and couples therapy roles are the most likely to be fully remote, while group therapy and crisis services typically require an on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a mental health therapist in Florida with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a registered intern position, which Florida authorizes for master's graduates who are actively completing supervised hours toward LMHC licensure. Community mental health centers such as Centerstone and large systems like BayCare Health System routinely hire registered interns and associate-level clinicians. Lateral moves from case manager, mental health technician, or behavioral health specialist roles are also a practical bridge, and candidates who hold a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern credential from the Florida Department of Health have a clear hiring advantage.

Where can I find and apply to mental health therapist jobs in Florida?

You can find and apply to mental health therapist jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings from employers across the state. Search the roles that fit your license status, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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