Entry Level Psychotherapist Jobs
New grad psychotherapist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or supervised clinical hours can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Non-Profit & Social Services, with employers like CentraCare, Sutter Health, and Fairview Health Services hiring at this level now.
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35021 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Obstetrics/Gynecology: Clemmons Med Plz
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Provides behavioral health services to patients. Completes psychosocial assessment and directs treatment by individual, family, and/or group psychotherapy.
This position will serve as an outpatient psychotherapist for Atrium Health’s Women’s Care division, working M-F within normal business hours, typically 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
This is a primarily on-site role. Remote/hybrid option considered for approximately 1 day per week, dependent on program and caseload demands as well as candidate mastery of essential functions
This is a salaried position eligible for benefits, including educational opportunities through InStride and a competitive production incentive for fully licensed psychotherapists.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience providing psychotherapy for the following is a plus: perinatal mental health, infertility, grief and loss, relationships/family systems, stress management, depression, anxiety, trauma, exposure to IPV/DV, parenting/motherhood, sexual/reproductive health
Skilled in delivering in-person and virtual services
Patient-centered mindset with commitment to inclusivity and cultural humility
Pay Range:
$28.55 - $46.05Essential Functions
- Provides outpatient psychotherapy services to patients of Shelby Women's OBGYN clinics.
- Completes psychosocial assessment, treatment planning, and supports patient access to referrals and community resources when needed.
- Manages clients in crisis utilizing Shelby Women's Care OBGYN practice policies appropriate therapeutic skills and assessment techniques.
- Writes appropriate treatment plans according to patient diagnosis, age and clinical presentation. Writes appropriate discharge plans based on individual needs of client and follows through with termination process.
- Collaborates with appropriate guardians and community agencies to insure effective service delivery.
- Provides accurate and consistent documentation of patient care/response in the medical record. Completes accurate and timely billing information.
- Designs, plans, implements effective patient education.
- Maintains open lines of communication, collaborates with healthcare team for patient outcome.
Physical Requirements
Works in patient care areas including hospital units, emergency room, individual offices and conference areas with exposure to potentially combative and hostile patients. Work requires frequent moving from one area to another, answering pages, and coordinating and communicating with other staff persons in various disciplines and agencies.
Education, Experience and Certifications
Master's degree in a relevant human services field such as Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy from an accredited school of graduate education required. Full licensure in applicable state required. 2 years clinical experience required.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
Provides behavioral health services to patients. Completes psychosocial assessment and direct treatment by individual, family, and/or group psychotherapy.
Department:
35021 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Obstetrics/Gynecology: Clemmons Med Plz
Status:
Benefits Eligible:
Hours Per Week:
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Provides behavioral health services to patients. Completes psychosocial assessment and directs treatment by individual, family, and/or group psychotherapy.
This position will serve as an outpatient psychotherapist for Atrium Health’s Women’s Care division, working M-F within normal business hours, typically 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
This is a primarily on-site role. Remote/hybrid option considered for approximately 1 day per week, dependent on program and caseload demands as well as candidate mastery of essential functions
This is a salaried position eligible for benefits, including educational opportunities through InStride and a competitive production incentive for fully licensed psychotherapists.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience providing psychotherapy for the following is a plus: perinatal mental health, infertility, grief and loss, relationships/family systems, stress management, depression, anxiety, trauma, exposure to IPV/DV, parenting/motherhood, sexual/reproductive health
Skilled in delivering in-person and virtual services
Patient-centered mindset with commitment to inclusivity and cultural humility
Pay Range:
$28.55 - $46.05Essential Functions
- Provides outpatient psychotherapy services to patients of Shelby Women's OBGYN clinics.
- Completes psychosocial assessment, treatment planning, and supports patient access to referrals and community resources when needed.
- Manages clients in crisis utilizing Shelby Women's Care OBGYN practice policies appropriate therapeutic skills and assessment techniques.
- Writes appropriate treatment plans according to patient diagnosis, age and clinical presentation. Writes appropriate discharge plans based on individual needs of client and follows through with termination process.
- Collaborates with appropriate guardians and community agencies to insure effective service delivery.
- Provides accurate and consistent documentation of patient care/response in the medical record. Completes accurate and timely billing information.
- Designs, plans, implements effective patient education.
- Maintains open lines of communication, collaborates with healthcare team for patient outcome.
Physical Requirements
Works in patient care areas including hospital units, emergency room, individual offices and conference areas with exposure to potentially combative and hostile patients. Work requires frequent moving from one area to another, answering pages, and coordinating and communicating with other staff persons in various disciplines and agencies.
Education, Experience and Certifications
Master's degree in a relevant human services field such as Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy from an accredited school of graduate education required. Full licensure in applicable state required. 2 years clinical experience required.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
Provides behavioral health services to patients. Completes psychosocial assessment and direct treatment by individual, family, and/or group psychotherapy.
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Entry Level Psychotherapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level psychotherapist job?
Most entry level psychotherapist employers look for a relevant master's degree, completed supervised clinical hours, and any state licensure or licensure eligibility required by your target state. At this stage, internship placements, practicum experience, and letters of recommendation from clinical supervisors carry real weight. Tailoring your application to show the specific population or treatment modality you worked with during training gives you a clear edge over generalist applicants.
Which companies hire entry level psychotherapists?
Companies hiring entry level psychotherapists right now include CentraCare, Sutter Health, and Fairview Health Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including community mental health centers, outpatient clinics, hospital systems, school districts, and private group practices looking to bring on pre-licensed or newly licensed clinicians.
Are there remote entry level psychotherapist jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles still favor in-person or hybrid settings where new clinicians can receive on-site supervision. About 16% of entry level psychotherapist openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with telehealth platforms and larger group practices most likely to offer flexible arrangements for candidates who meet state licensure requirements for their location.
Are these new grad psychotherapist jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior psychotherapist roles alongside other entry level listings. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it explicitly welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts supervised internship or practicum hours toward the requirement, or states that candidates working toward full licensure are encouraged to apply. Look for language like 'pre-licensed,' 'associate level,' or 'licensure supervision provided' as strong signals.
Which industries hire the most entry level psychotherapists?
Entry Level psychotherapist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Non-Profit & Social Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive the most entry level hiring because they operate under funding models that support pre-licensed clinicians, maintain large enough caseloads to justify new hires, and frequently offer supervision structures designed to help early-career psychotherapists work toward full independent licensure.