Therapist Jobs in Michigan

Therapist jobs in Michigan are in steady demand, with consistent hiring across community mental health centers, hospital-based behavioral health programs, school districts, and private practice groups at levels from new graduate through senior clinician and clinical director. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing anchor most of the hiring, with major employers such as Henry Ford Health, Beaumont Health, and Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services maintaining ongoing openings year-round. The most sought-after specialties in Michigan right now are substance use disorder counseling, school-based therapy, and trauma-focused care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles133+
Top employerHenry Ford Health
Top cityDetroit, MI
Cities hiring69
Work type58% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Physical Therapist
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Physical Therapist
Henry Ford Health
Detroit, Michigan
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Respiratory Therapist
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Respiratory Therapist
Carriage House Nursing and Rehab
Saginaw, Michigan
Business Operations
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Associate's degree in respiratory therapy

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Speech Therapist
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Speech Therapist
University Home Care
Livonia, Michigan
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Speech Therapy
$70 - $90/hr
CPR Certification

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Physical Therapist Home Health - Southern Macomb County
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Physical Therapist Home Health - Southern Macomb County
Bay Nursing Inc.
Macomb County, MI
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
BLS Certification

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Physical Therapist Home Health
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Physical Therapist Home Health
Bay Nursing Inc.
St. Clair Township, Michigan
Administrative & Office Support
Business Development
Customer Service

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Therapist Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jackson
8 jobs
Flint
4 jobs
Grand Rapids
4 jobs
Alpena
3 jobs
Fenton
3 jobs
Marshall
3 jobs
Muskegon
3 jobs
Hillsdale
3 jobs

Therapist Job Market in Michigan

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

Who's Hiring

  • Henry Ford Health
    Henry Ford Health26
  • McLaren Health Care
    McLaren Health Care6
  • Renewal Rehab
    Renewal Rehab5
  • Broad River Rehab
    Broad River Rehab5
  • Classic Home Care
    Classic Home Care5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Sports & Recreation

What Michigan Employers Look For

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

  • Active Michigan Limited License or full LLP/LPC licensure issued by the State of Michigan
  • Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or a related field
  • Experience delivering individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical or community setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic, Cerner, or similar platforms
  • Strong documentation skills meeting Michigan Medicaid and managed care billing standards
  • Ability to conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans

Therapist Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a therapist in Michigan?

To become a licensed therapist in Michigan, you must earn a master's degree in counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy from an accredited program. After graduating, you apply to the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs for a Limited License, complete supervised post-master's clinical hours, and pass the required licensure exam for your credential, whether the NCMHCE, LMSW exam, or MFT exam, before advancing to full licensure.

Which companies hire therapists in Michigan?

Employers hiring therapists in Michigan right now include Henry Ford Health, McLaren Health Care, and Renewal Rehab, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's large integrated health systems, community mental health authorities, and school-based mental health programs consistently post therapist openings throughout the year.

Which Michigan cities have the most therapist jobs?

Detroit, Jackson, and Flint have the most therapist openings in Michigan right now. Detroit drives volume through its concentration of large hospital systems and community mental health agencies, Grand Rapids reflects the strong presence of Pine Rest and Spectrum Health behavioral health services, and Lansing sees steady demand tied to state government-affiliated programs and Michigan State University Health.

Are there remote therapist jobs in Michigan?

Yes, and more than most clinical fields, since telehealth has become a fully accepted modality for outpatient therapy in Michigan. About 42% of therapist openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the shift toward virtual behavioral health care. Roles focused on individual talk therapy and substance use counseling tend to have the most remote flexibility, while community-based or school-embedded positions remain primarily on-site.

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

The most realistic entry point is applying for a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor or Limited Licensed Master Social Worker position, which Michigan specifically created for post-master's graduates still accumulating supervised hours. Community mental health authorities across Michigan, including Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network and network providers affiliated with the Michigan Association of Community Mental Health Boards, regularly hire limited licensees and pair them with approved supervisors. Lateral moves from case manager, peer support specialist, or crisis line roles at the same organizations are a proven door into clinical work.

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

You can find and apply to therapist jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, find roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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