Mental Health Therapist Jobs in Texas
Mental Health Therapist jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with sustained demand across community mental health centers, large hospital systems, school districts, and private outpatient practices at every level from entry-level associate therapist through senior clinician and clinical director. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio anchor most of the hiring, with major employers such as UTHealth Houston, Connections Health Solutions, and the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute-affiliated providers maintaining consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties right now are trauma-focused therapy, child and adolescent behavioral health, and substance use disorder counseling. Find a role that fits 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 a talented remote therapist (LPC, LCSW or LMFT) to support our growing Houston, TX offices, who is 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.
What we offer Therapists:
- 100% outpatient work in a group practice setting.
- Generous ‘above market’ compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings.
- Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), parental leave, EAP and more.
- Collegial work environment.
- Newly designed and modern offices.
- Full administrative support.
- Strong work/life balance.
- Compensation range $75,000-$100,000+ compensation model based on productivity.
- Sign on Bonus.
- Annual Cash Bonus Incentive Plan.
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking LCSWs that are:
- Fully licensed as an LCSW, LPC or LMFT in the State of Texas. We are not able to accommodate dependently licensed clinicians at this time.
- Experienced in working with adult, and/or child and adolescent populations.
- This is a Remote Role, candidates must be based in Houston.
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 a talented remote therapist (LPC, LCSW or LMFT) to support our growing Houston, TX offices, who is 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.
What we offer Therapists:
- 100% outpatient work in a group practice setting.
- Generous ‘above market’ compensation with unlimited/uncapped earnings.
- Full benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, 401k (with match), parental leave, EAP and more.
- Collegial work environment.
- Newly designed and modern offices.
- Full administrative support.
- Strong work/life balance.
- Compensation range $75,000-$100,000+ compensation model based on productivity.
- Sign on Bonus.
- Annual Cash Bonus Incentive Plan.
Licensed Therapists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking LCSWs that are:
- Fully licensed as an LCSW, LPC or LMFT in the State of Texas. We are not able to accommodate dependently licensed clinicians at this time.
- Experienced in working with adult, and/or child and adolescent populations.
- This is a Remote Role, candidates must be based in Houston.
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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Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Mental Health Therapist Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- LifeStance Health10
- Eating Recovery Center9
- Lone Star Circle of Care6
- Believe Therapies5
- Children's Health2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services51
- Non-Profit & Social Services5
- Education4
- Government & Public Sector2
- Technology & Software2
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health therapist jobs across Texas.
- Active Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker license issued by Texas
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field
- Experience delivering individual and group therapy in a clinical setting
- Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
- Strong knowledge of evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or EMDR
- Ability to coordinate care with psychiatrists, case managers, and community providers
Mental Health Therapist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health therapist in Texas?
To become a licensed mental health therapist in Texas, you must earn a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field and then apply through the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors for a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate credential. After accumulating supervised clinical hours, you sit for the National Counselor Examination and apply for full LPC licensure. Social work graduates follow a parallel path through the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners toward LCSW licensure.
Which companies hire mental health therapists in Texas?
Employers hiring mental health therapists in Texas right now include LifeStance Health, Eating Recovery Center, and Lone Star Circle of Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large integrated health systems, county behavioral health authorities, and expanding telehealth providers each maintain ongoing pipelines for licensed therapists across urban and suburban markets.
Which Texas cities have the most mental health therapist jobs?
Austin, Houston, and Dallas account for the largest share of mental health therapist openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth concentrate most demand because of their dense hospital systems, large insured populations, and county-funded behavioral health networks, while San Antonio's substantial military community and VA-affiliated providers generate consistent openings for trauma and crisis specialists.
Are there remote mental health therapist jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields, because licensed therapists can deliver talk therapy over secure video platforms without any hands-on component. About 23% of mental health therapist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the strong telehealth infrastructure that expanded rapidly in the state. Individual therapy, intake assessment, and crisis counseling roles are the most likely to offer fully remote schedules.
How can I get hired as a mental health therapist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for an LPC Associate position, which is specifically designed for clinicians who have finished their master's degree but are still accumulating supervised hours. Large Texas community mental health centers such as Austin Travis County Integral Care and the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD run structured supervision programs for new graduates. Adjacent roles like case manager, mental health technician, or psychiatric rehabilitation specialist at Texas hospital systems also provide a credible bridge into licensed therapy work.
Where can I find and apply to mental health therapist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to mental health therapist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated in real time. Find the roles that fit your credentials, specialties, and preferred location, then apply directly to each employer through the listing without any additional sign-up steps.
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