Therapist Jobs in Ohio

Therapist jobs in Ohio are consistently in demand, with openings concentrated across behavioral health agencies, hospital systems, school districts, and community mental health centers serving clients from entry-level clinician roles through licensed senior practitioners. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor the largest share of hiring, with established employers such as OhioHealth, the Cleveland Clinic, and Nationwide Children's Hospital maintaining ongoing needs for therapists. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio include substance use counseling, trauma-focused therapy, and school-based mental health services. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles149+
Top employerPediatric Developmental Services
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring77
Work type83% On-site
Top industryInsurance

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Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant-Per Diem
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Home Health Occupational Therapist Assistant-Per Diem
CenterWell
Wooster, Ohio
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$53k - $73k/yr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Occupational Therapist / Full-Time
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Occupational Therapist / Full-Time
Select Specialty Hospital
Akron, Ohio
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$34 - $52/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Music Therapist | PRN
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Music Therapist | PRN
Absolute Companies
Cambridge, Ohio
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Master's degree in music therapy
1,001-5,000

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Music Therapist | PRN
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Music Therapist | PRN
Absolute Companies
Zanesville, Ohio
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Master's degree in music therapy
1,001-5,000

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Physical Therapist-Pelvic Floor
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Physical Therapist-Pelvic Floor
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Gahanna, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Therapist Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dayton
10 jobs
Cleveland
9 jobs
Toledo
7 jobs
Akron
3 jobs
Westerville
3 jobs
Troy
2 jobs
Canton
2 jobs

Therapist Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

Pediatric Developmental Services7 open roles
Alternate Solutions Health Network6 open roles
Personalized Health Partners5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance

What Ohio Employers Look For

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

  • Active Ohio license such as LPC, LISW, LPCC, or MFT issued by the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
  • Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or a closely related clinical field
  • Documented clinical hours or supervised post-degree experience meeting Ohio licensure requirements
  • Proficiency in evidence-based treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, or trauma-informed care
  • Strong documentation skills and experience with electronic health record systems
  • Ability to conduct intake assessments, develop treatment plans, and manage a caseload independently

Therapist Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a therapist in Ohio?

Becoming a therapist in Ohio requires a master's degree in a clinical field such as counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy, followed by supervised post-degree hours and passing a board exam. Licensure is issued by the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board, which oversees credentials including the LPC, LISW, LPCC, and MFT. Completing your supervised hours at an approved Ohio site is a required step before applying for full licensure.

Which companies hire therapists in Ohio?

Employers hiring therapists in Ohio right now include Pediatric Developmental Services, Alternate Solutions Health Network, and Personalized Health Partners, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's large integrated health systems, community mental health centers, and school districts tend to post the most consistent openings for licensed and pre-licensed therapists across the state.

Which Ohio cities have the most therapist jobs?

Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton have the highest concentration of therapist openings in Ohio. Columbus leads due to its size, the presence of Nationwide Children's Hospital, OhioHealth, and a large network of community behavioral health agencies, while Cleveland and Cincinnati generate strong demand through their major academic medical centers and regional mental health provider networks.

Are there remote therapist jobs in Ohio?

Yes, and more than most clinical fields, because telehealth has become a well-established delivery model for talk therapy and counseling. About 17% of therapist openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how widely Ohio providers have adopted virtual care. Outpatient individual therapy and substance use counseling sessions are the areas where remote and hybrid arrangements are most common.

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

The most realistic entry path is securing a post-graduate associate or provisional license position that counts supervised clinical hours toward full Ohio licensure. Large Ohio employers such as OhioHealth, Nationwide Children's Hospital, and regional community mental health centers regularly hire pre-licensed therapists in associate clinician or counselor-in-training roles. Candidates coming from adjacent positions such as case manager, mental health technician, or crisis counselor often transition into therapy roles with support. Having your supervision plan in place and your provisional LPC or LSW application filed gives you a clear edge in the Ohio market.

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

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

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