Mental Health Therapist Jobs in Iowa

Mental Health Therapist jobs in Iowa are concentrated in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City, where employers like UnityPoint Health, University of Iowa Health Care, and Broadlawns Medical Center maintain steady hiring across inpatient, outpatient, and community behavioral health settings. Demand is strongest for therapists specializing in trauma-informed care, substance use treatment, and child and adolescent mental health. Openings exist at every level, from newly licensed associates to seasoned clinicians taking on supervisory caseloads. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles58
Top employerVitae Health Systems
Top cityDes Moines, IA
Cities hiring33
Work type48% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Outpatient Mental Health Therapist
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Outpatient Mental Health Therapist
515 Therapy and Consulting
West Des Moines, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$65k - $121k.81/yr
Hybrid

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Mental Health Therapist
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Mental Health Therapist
Lynnway Counseling
Clinton, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$89k - $108k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in social work

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Mental Health and SUD Therapist - ACT Team
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Mental Health and SUD Therapist - ACT Team
Prairie Ridge Integrated Behavioral Healthcare
Marshalltown, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Master's degree

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Outpatient Mental Health Therapist
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Outpatient Mental Health Therapist
Psychiatric Medical Care
Harlan, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$80k - $90k/yr
Master's degree
501-1,000

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Mental Health Therapist
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Mental Health Therapist
Red Couch Counseling
Ankeny, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$85k - $120k/yr
Hybrid

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Mental Health Therapist Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Des Moines
6 jobs
Fort Dodge
5 jobs
Mason City
4 jobs
West Des Moines
4 jobs
Sioux City
3 jobs
Nevada
2 jobs
Hamburg
2 jobs
Hampton
2 jobs
Knoxville
2 jobs

Mental Health Therapist Job Market in Iowa

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

Who's Hiring

  • Vitae Health Systems10
  • UnityPoint Health6
  • Prairie Ridge Integrated Behavioral Healthcare6
  • Psychiatric Medical Care5
  • MercyOne2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Iowa Employers Look For

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

  • Active Iowa LMHC, LISW, or LMFT license issued by the Iowa Board of Behavioral Science
  • Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or related field
  • Experience providing individual and group therapy using evidence-based treatment modalities
  • Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
  • Ability to conduct intake assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and treatment planning
  • Strong communication skills for coordinating care with multidisciplinary treatment teams

Mental Health Therapist Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a mental health therapist in Iowa?

To become a licensed mental health therapist in Iowa, you must earn a master's degree in counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy, then apply to the Iowa Board of Behavioral Science for the appropriate credential, which is either the Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Independent Social Worker, or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist designation depending on your degree. Each track requires passing a national exam and completing supervised post-degree clinical hours before full licensure is granted.

Which companies hire mental health therapists in Iowa?

Employers hiring mental health therapists in Iowa right now include Vitae Health Systems, UnityPoint Health, and Prairie Ridge Integrated Behavioral Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Iowa's community mental health centers, hospital-based behavioral health units, and federally qualified health centers generate consistent openings statewide, particularly in rural counties underserved by private practices.

Which Iowa cities have the most mental health therapist jobs?

Des Moines, Fort Dodge, and Mason City have the most mental health therapist openings in Iowa. Des Moines dominates due to its large integrated health systems and state government-affiliated behavioral health programs, while Iowa City's concentration around University of Iowa Health Care and its affiliated clinics explains strong demand there even relative to the city's size.

Are there remote mental health therapist jobs in Iowa?

Yes, and telehealth has made remote work more accessible in this field than most clinical roles. About 52% of mental health therapist openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting ongoing expansion of teletherapy platforms and rural outreach programs. Fully remote positions are most common in outpatient individual therapy, while crisis, inpatient, and school-based roles typically require in-person presence.

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

The most realistic entry point is a post-degree associate or pre-licensure clinician role at a community mental health center, where Iowa employers like Eyerly Ball Community Mental Health Services and Abbe Center for Community Mental Health routinely hire candidates who are accruing supervised hours toward full licensure. Completing a practicum or internship at an Iowa-based agency during your master's program gives you a direct referral network, and holding an Iowa provisional license from the Board of Behavioral Science signals readiness to employers even before you reach the supervised-hour threshold for full licensure.

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

You can find and apply to mental health therapist jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings across health systems, community behavioral health centers, and outpatient practices. Search the listings, find the roles that match your license level and specialty, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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