Mental Health Therapist Jobs in Missouri
Mental Health Therapist jobs in Missouri are among the most active in the region, with strong demand running through community mental health centers, hospital-based behavioral health units, and outpatient private practices. Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield anchor the largest concentrations of openings, where established employers such as SSM Health, BJC HealthCare, and Burrell Behavioral Health maintain consistent hiring pipelines. The most in-demand specialties include trauma-focused therapy, substance use counseling, and child and adolescent mental health. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
Ellie Mental Health is looking for therapists (LPC, LCSW, and LMFT) who are seeking a different employment experience to ignite their creativity while minimizing the barriers that come with traditional therapy practices.
- Competitive compensation with uncapped earning potential
- Opportunity for health benefits including medical and dental
- Dedication to a team approach and atmosphere
- Paid Holidays & PTO (including your birthday)
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid Case Consultations
- Paid Continuing Education time
- Paid time for therapy note documentation
- In-house educational library with approved CEU credits
- Credentialing, office space, and technology all included with employment
- Evaluate mental health diagnosis, create and implement a treatment plan, complete ongoing documentation including further diagnosis, treatment plan reviews, and case notes according to company policy
- For Full-Time status clinicians must maintain a caseload of a of 25 client hours per week
- Provide excellent customer service for clients and collaborate with a dynamic team to further the mission of filling gaps in our community
- Utilize creativity in interventions to help clients achieve and exceed goals
- Prepare and submit individual documentation for each session per company guidelines and protocol
- Candidates are required to have a master’s degree in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields from an accredited college or university and on track to obtain licensure in their designated field
- Candidates should have a clinical license in the state of Missouri (LMFT, LPC, or LCSW)
- Required experience with completing diagnostic tools, treatment plans and clinical case notes
- Ideal candidates will have a general knowledge of therapy services, community resources, insurance billing, and previous experience with mental health documentation
- Ability to complete and submit documentation of services and other documents in a timely manner
- Ability to demonstrate and model stable, appropriate boundaries with clients
- Comfort and familiarity working with a diverse client base
- Proficient in the use of typical office technology (computers, e-mail, etc.) and Electronic Health Record systems.
Flexible work from home options available.
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
Ellie Mental Health is looking for therapists (LPC, LCSW, and LMFT) who are seeking a different employment experience to ignite their creativity while minimizing the barriers that come with traditional therapy practices.
- Competitive compensation with uncapped earning potential
- Opportunity for health benefits including medical and dental
- Dedication to a team approach and atmosphere
- Paid Holidays & PTO (including your birthday)
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid Case Consultations
- Paid Continuing Education time
- Paid time for therapy note documentation
- In-house educational library with approved CEU credits
- Credentialing, office space, and technology all included with employment
- Evaluate mental health diagnosis, create and implement a treatment plan, complete ongoing documentation including further diagnosis, treatment plan reviews, and case notes according to company policy
- For Full-Time status clinicians must maintain a caseload of a of 25 client hours per week
- Provide excellent customer service for clients and collaborate with a dynamic team to further the mission of filling gaps in our community
- Utilize creativity in interventions to help clients achieve and exceed goals
- Prepare and submit individual documentation for each session per company guidelines and protocol
- Candidates are required to have a master’s degree in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields from an accredited college or university and on track to obtain licensure in their designated field
- Candidates should have a clinical license in the state of Missouri (LMFT, LPC, or LCSW)
- Required experience with completing diagnostic tools, treatment plans and clinical case notes
- Ideal candidates will have a general knowledge of therapy services, community resources, insurance billing, and previous experience with mental health documentation
- Ability to complete and submit documentation of services and other documents in a timely manner
- Ability to demonstrate and model stable, appropriate boundaries with clients
- Comfort and familiarity working with a diverse client base
- Proficient in the use of typical office technology (computers, e-mail, etc.) and Electronic Health Record systems.
Flexible work from home options available.
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What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health therapist jobs across Missouri.
- Active Missouri Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential required
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field
- Experience delivering evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, or trauma-informed care
- Ability to conduct clinical assessments, develop treatment plans, and maintain accurate documentation
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems used in behavioral health settings
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for case coordination with multidisciplinary teams
Mental Health Therapist Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health therapist in Missouri?
To become a licensed mental health therapist in Missouri, you must earn a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related clinical field and then apply through the Missouri State Committee of Psychologists or the Missouri Division of Professional Registration depending on your credential path. Most therapists pursue the Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker designation, which each require supervised post-graduate hours and passing a national licensing exam before full licensure is granted.
Which companies hire mental health therapists in Missouri?
Employers hiring mental health therapists in Missouri right now include Ellie Mental Health, Calo Programs, and KVC Health Systems, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Missouri's large integrated health systems and community behavioral health centers tend to post the most consistent volume, particularly in the Kansas City and St. Louis metro areas.
Which Missouri cities have the most mental health therapist jobs?
St. Louis, Kansas City, and Wentzville account for the largest share of mental health therapist openings in Missouri. Kansas City and St. Louis drive the highest volume because of their concentration of major hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and large outpatient behavioral health groups, while Springfield supports steady hiring through Burrell Behavioral Health and the regional medical facilities anchoring southwest Missouri.
Are there remote mental health therapist jobs in Missouri?
Yes, and more than many clinical roles, because licensed therapists can deliver talk-based services over telehealth platforms without requiring hands-on care. About 63% of mental health therapist openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting widespread adoption of telehealth since Missouri expanded its telehealth parity policies. Individual therapy, intake assessments, and case management tasks are the functions most commonly performed fully remotely.
How can I get hired as a mental health therapist in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to community mental health centers, which routinely hire provisionally licensed candidates still accumulating supervised hours toward full licensure. Large Missouri employers such as Burrell Behavioral Health and Places for People in St. Louis offer structured supervision programs for new graduates working toward their LPC or LCSW. Candidates who hold a provisional license from the Missouri Division of Professional Registration and have a signed supervision agreement are competitive for these roles, as are applicants transitioning from adjacent positions such as case manager, crisis specialist, or residential counselor.
Where can I find and apply to mental health therapist jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to mental health therapist jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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