Therapist Jobs in Connecticut

Therapist jobs in Connecticut are concentrated in behavioral health systems, community mental health centers, and outpatient clinical settings, with steady demand from entry-level clinicians through licensed supervisors. The largest hiring activity runs through Hartford, New Haven, and Stamford, where employers like Hartford HealthCare, Yale New Haven Health, and Silver Hill Hospital consistently post openings. The most in-demand specialties are substance use counseling, trauma-focused therapy, and school-based mental health. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles33
Top employerFOX Rehabilitation
Top cityStamford, CT
Cities hiring23
Work type67% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Physical Therapist - Part Time
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Physical Therapist - Part Time
Spire Orthopedic Partners
Wilton, Connecticut
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Project Management
$44.9 - $61.3/hr

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Developmental Therapist
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Developmental Therapist
Sevita
Hartford, Connecticut
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
$65k - $75k/yr
Master's degree in early childhood education
5,001-10,000

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Outpatient Therapist - Southington CT
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Outpatient Therapist - Southington CT
Optum
Southington, Connecticut
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$69k - $104k/yr
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Licensed Mental Health Therapist
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Licensed Mental Health Therapist
Charlie Health
Stamford, Connecticut
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$75k - $85k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's degree

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Respiratory Therapist
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Respiratory Therapist
University of Connecticut
Farmington, Connecticut
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Therapist Jobs by City in Connecticut

Where Connecticut roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Stamford
4 jobs
Hartford
3 jobs
Southington
3 jobs
Danbury
2 jobs
Waterbury
2 jobs
Rocky Hill
2 jobs
Wilton
1 job
Meriden
1 job
Shelton
1 job

Therapist Job Market in Connecticut

A snapshot from current Connecticut openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

FOX Rehabilitation2 open roles
Hartford HealthCare2 open roles
Aspire Living & Learning2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Insurance

What Connecticut Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in therapist jobs across Connecticut.

  • Active Connecticut LPC, LCSW, or LMFT license issued by the Connecticut Department of Public Health
  • Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or a related clinical field
  • Supervised clinical hours completed under a Connecticut-approved licensed supervisor
  • Experience delivering evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
  • Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation within an electronic health record system
  • Strong understanding of HIPAA requirements and client confidentiality standards

Therapist Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a therapist in Connecticut?

To become a licensed therapist in Connecticut, you must complete a qualifying master's degree in counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy, then accumulate supervised post-graduate clinical hours and pass the required licensure exam for your credential. The Connecticut Department of Public Health oversees licensure for LPCs, LCSWs, and LMFTs. After your supervised hours are verified and your exam is passed, you apply directly to the department for your license before practicing independently.

Which companies hire therapists in Connecticut?

Employers hiring therapists in Connecticut right now include FOX Rehabilitation, Hartford HealthCare, and Aspire Living & Learning, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Connecticut's mix of large integrated health systems, community mental health organizations, and school districts creates consistent hiring across inpatient, outpatient, and school-based settings statewide.

Which Connecticut cities have the most therapist jobs?

The Connecticut cities with the most therapist openings are Stamford, Hartford, and Southington. Hartford anchors the market as the state capital with a high concentration of behavioral health organizations and major health systems, New Haven draws volume through its academic medical institutions, and Stamford reflects demand from Fairfield County's dense population and proximity to the New York metro area.

Are there remote therapist jobs in Connecticut?

Yes, and more than most clinical fields, since telehealth expanded the share of therapy that can be delivered remotely. About 33% of therapist openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, making it one of the more flexible roles in healthcare. Outpatient individual therapy and some community counseling positions are the most likely to list remote or hybrid arrangements.

How can I get hired as a therapist in Connecticut with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for associate clinician or clinician-in-training roles at Connecticut community mental health centers, where supervision toward licensure is built into the position. Large employers like Hartford HealthCare Behavioral Health Network and Yale New Haven Health's outpatient programs hire post-graduate associates who are accumulating supervised hours. Coming in from a case manager, crisis counselor, or mental health technician role is also a recognized lateral entry. Holding a completed master's degree and a temporary permit from the Connecticut Department of Public Health strengthens any application.

Where can I find and apply to therapist jobs in Connecticut?

You can find and apply to therapist jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, identify roles that match your license type, specialty, and preferred setting, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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