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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Thank you for your interest in joining Calderas Counseling!
We are a private practice in Spring, Texas, supporting teens, couples, and individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Our work is rooted in providing thoughtful, high-quality care through continued growth, self-awareness, and leading by example.
We are currently looking for a Therapist who feels called to this work—someone who is compassionate, intentional, and committed to becoming the best version of themselves so they can offer the best care to our clients.
This role is a great fit for someone who:
- Feels that therapy is not just a job, but a calling
- Is open to learning, growing, and working collaboratively
- Is attentive to detail and follows through with care and responsibility
- Brings warmth, presence, and genuine compassion into their work
- Values professionalism, consistency, and integrity
- Is committed to doing their own inner work alongside their clinical work
What it feels like to work with us:
- A supportive, collaborative, and grounded team environment
- A comfortable, furnished, and thoughtfully designed private office
- Ongoing support with professional development and growth
- Guidance through the credentialing process with insurance panels
- Consistent referrals aligned with your areas of interest and strengths
Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality psychotherapy to a diverse population
- Maintain a caseload of at least 20 clients per week
- Complete treatment plans and progress notes within 24 hours
- Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with the team
- Follow all ethical guidelines and company policies
If this feels aligned, we would love to learn more about you.
Please submit your resume, three professional references, and a letter of intent or cover letter.
You can learn more about us here:
https://www.calderascounseling.com/
Compensation:
$37–$82 per session*
*Rates vary based on session length (45 vs. 55 minutes), insurance vs. private pay, and licensure level.
Pay: $37.00 - $82.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Thank you for your interest in joining Calderas Counseling!
We are a private practice in Spring, Texas, supporting teens, couples, and individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Our work is rooted in providing thoughtful, high-quality care through continued growth, self-awareness, and leading by example.
We are currently looking for a Therapist who feels called to this work—someone who is compassionate, intentional, and committed to becoming the best version of themselves so they can offer the best care to our clients.
This role is a great fit for someone who:
- Feels that therapy is not just a job, but a calling
- Is open to learning, growing, and working collaboratively
- Is attentive to detail and follows through with care and responsibility
- Brings warmth, presence, and genuine compassion into their work
- Values professionalism, consistency, and integrity
- Is committed to doing their own inner work alongside their clinical work
What it feels like to work with us:
- A supportive, collaborative, and grounded team environment
- A comfortable, furnished, and thoughtfully designed private office
- Ongoing support with professional development and growth
- Guidance through the credentialing process with insurance panels
- Consistent referrals aligned with your areas of interest and strengths
Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality psychotherapy to a diverse population
- Maintain a caseload of at least 20 clients per week
- Complete treatment plans and progress notes within 24 hours
- Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with the team
- Follow all ethical guidelines and company policies
If this feels aligned, we would love to learn more about you.
Please submit your resume, three professional references, and a letter of intent or cover letter.
You can learn more about us here:
https://www.calderascounseling.com/
Compensation:
$37–$82 per session*
*Rates vary based on session length (45 vs. 55 minutes), insurance vs. private pay, and licensure level.
Pay: $37.00 - $82.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Geode Health11
- Integral Care7
- Ellie Mental Health6
- Curis Functional Health4
- Community Health Center of Lubbock3
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 Geode Health, Integral Care, and Ellie Mental Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 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 San Antonio 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 57% of mental health therapist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 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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