Mental Health Therapist Jobs in Kansas
Mental Health Therapist jobs in Kansas are among the more consistently active markets in the region, with steady demand concentrated in community mental health centers, school-based programs, and veterans services. The heaviest hiring clusters around Wichita, Kansas City, and Topeka, where established employers like Comcare, Stormont Vail Health, and the Veterans Affairs Eastern Kansas Healthcare System maintain ongoing needs. The most in-demand specialties include trauma-focused care, adolescent and youth counseling, and substance use co-occurring treatment. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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We’re hiring a master level Therapist / Social Worker / Counselor to join our new Intensive Outpatient Therapy Program, serving older adults in Emporia, KS - this is the newest program in the state of Kansas set to open in November with staff starting in October!
Role: Outpatient Mental Health Therapist
Location: Emporia, Kansas
Setting: Intensive Outpatient Therapy Program (IOP)
Population: Older Adults, Ages 65+
Schedule: Full Time (Monday to Friday, 8a-5p)
- PMC can provide supervision for provisionally licensed Therapists, Counselors, and Social Workers.
You’ll work alongside a collaborative care team providing compassionate mental health support to older adults!
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with a small disciplinary team comprised of a psychiatric physician, RN Director, and medical office coordinator providing services to the senior population
- Use evidenced based therapeutic approaches and develop, personalize, and update treatment plans with your team
- Provide compliant documentation based on Medicare guidelines within a designated time-frame
- Our main focus is utilizing group therapy but also include:
- Individual sessions
- Family therapy (as needed)
- Assist with local community education
- Other duties as assigned
Work-Life Balance:
- Monday-Friday
- No Weekends
- No On-Call
- 7 Paid Holidays Off Per Year
- PTO accrual
Competitive Benefits:
- Practically Free Vision & Dental
- Practically Free Medical Starting As Low As $70/Month
- Matching 401k - vested on day one
- Furthering Education Assistance
Unmatched Clinical Support:
- We have online resources at your fingertips 24/7, including a group curriculum toolkit.
- We connect you with our top therapists/social workers for peer-to-peer training and support.
- Previous Senior Life Solution employees ready to train you.
About us:
Senior Life Solutions, an intensive outpatient therapy program designed to meet the unique needs of individuals, typically 65 and older, experiencing depression and/or anxiety related to life changes often associated with aging.
Requirements:- Licensure: License in Social Work or Counseling as recognized by the state; may include LISW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, etc. – required
- Work with kindness and accountability to enhance the quality of life for our patients. required
Other
- Upon an applicant’s request, the Company will consider a reasonable accommodation.
- Successful completion of a full background check is required for employment. At times, this may include drug testing.
We’re hiring a master level Therapist / Social Worker / Counselor to join our new Intensive Outpatient Therapy Program, serving older adults in Emporia, KS - this is the newest program in the state of Kansas set to open in November with staff starting in October!
Role: Outpatient Mental Health Therapist
Location: Emporia, Kansas
Setting: Intensive Outpatient Therapy Program (IOP)
Population: Older Adults, Ages 65+
Schedule: Full Time (Monday to Friday, 8a-5p)
- PMC can provide supervision for provisionally licensed Therapists, Counselors, and Social Workers.
You’ll work alongside a collaborative care team providing compassionate mental health support to older adults!
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with a small disciplinary team comprised of a psychiatric physician, RN Director, and medical office coordinator providing services to the senior population
- Use evidenced based therapeutic approaches and develop, personalize, and update treatment plans with your team
- Provide compliant documentation based on Medicare guidelines within a designated time-frame
- Our main focus is utilizing group therapy but also include:
- Individual sessions
- Family therapy (as needed)
- Assist with local community education
- Other duties as assigned
Work-Life Balance:
- Monday-Friday
- No Weekends
- No On-Call
- 7 Paid Holidays Off Per Year
- PTO accrual
Competitive Benefits:
- Practically Free Vision & Dental
- Practically Free Medical Starting As Low As $70/Month
- Matching 401k - vested on day one
- Furthering Education Assistance
Unmatched Clinical Support:
- We have online resources at your fingertips 24/7, including a group curriculum toolkit.
- We connect you with our top therapists/social workers for peer-to-peer training and support.
- Previous Senior Life Solution employees ready to train you.
About us:
Senior Life Solutions, an intensive outpatient therapy program designed to meet the unique needs of individuals, typically 65 and older, experiencing depression and/or anxiety related to life changes often associated with aging.
Requirements:- Licensure: License in Social Work or Counseling as recognized by the state; may include LISW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, etc. – required
- Work with kindness and accountability to enhance the quality of life for our patients. required
Other
- Upon an applicant’s request, the Company will consider a reasonable accommodation.
- Successful completion of a full background check is required for employment. At times, this may include drug testing.
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What Kansas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health therapist jobs across Kansas.
- Active Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor license issued by Kansas
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field
- Experience providing individual and group therapy using evidence-based treatment modalities
- Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation requirements
- Ability to conduct mental health assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning independently
- Familiarity with Medicaid billing, managed care requirements, or community mental health funding
Mental Health Therapist Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health therapist in Kansas?
Becoming a mental health therapist in Kansas requires a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field, followed by supervised post-graduate hours and a licensing exam. The Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board oversees licensure, issuing credentials such as the Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Social Worker designations. Candidates typically complete required supervised hours under a provisional license before sitting for the full licensure examination.
Which companies hire mental health therapists in Kansas?
Employers hiring mental health therapists in Kansas right now include LifeStance Health, Curis Functional Health, and Psychiatric Medical Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Kansas also has a well-established network of community mental health centers funded through the state, which are consistent sources of full-time openings for licensed and pre-licensed therapists.
Which Kansas cities have the most mental health therapist jobs?
Overland Park, Olathe, and Emporia account for the largest share of mental health therapist openings in Kansas. Wichita generates the most volume as the state's largest city, anchored by its hospital systems, community mental health centers, and veterans programs, while Kansas City and Topeka concentrate demand through regional health networks, state government services, and university-affiliated clinical programs.
Are there remote mental health therapist jobs in Kansas?
Yes, and more than many clinical fields, because licensed therapists can deliver talk therapy and assessments via telehealth without requiring physical presence. About 75% of mental health therapist openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting strong telehealth adoption since the expansion of platform-based therapy services. Individual therapy, intake assessments, and case management are the functions most commonly offered in remote or hybrid formats.
How can I get hired as a mental health therapist in Kansas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a provisional licensed position at one of Kansas's community mental health centers, which regularly hire candidates who are completing their supervised post-graduate hours. Employers like Comcare in Wichita and Valeo Behavioral Health Care in Topeka run supervision structures that support pre-licensed staff. Coming in as a case manager, mental health technician, or crisis line counselor from an adjacent role is a common lateral move that builds toward a full therapist position. Holding a provisional LPC or LMSW credential from the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board gives applicants a clear edge in competitive openings.
Where can I find and apply to mental health therapist jobs in Kansas?
You can find and apply to mental health therapist jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings to find roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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