Counselor Jobs in Louisiana
Across 101 live Counselor listings in Louisiana, median advertised pay is $120K, based on the 41 that state a salary; Louisiana ranks 9th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Gotham Enterprises (18), UHS (11), Beacon Behavioral Support Services (7).
101+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 22, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 41 roles pay ~$120k median with 6.7/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Behavioral Health Therapist
Southeast Community Health SystemsIndependence, LA
Behavioral Health Counselor
HIV AIDS Alliance for Region TwoSt. George, LA
Mental Health Therapist - 1099 Contractor - Shreveport, LA
Lyra HealthEmployer score · SilverShreveport, LA
Intensive Outpatient - Therapist
Freedom Behavioral Hospital of BastropLouisiana
Admit Counselor - ER South
Opelousas General Health SystemOpelousas, LA
Licensed Professional Counselor - St Bernadette Clinic-Lourdes Main Campus
Licensed Christian Counselor
HCO Behavioral HealthEmployer score · SilverBaton Rouge, LA
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)
HCO Behavioral HealthEmployer score · SilverLouisiana
LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LMSW, PLPC, or CSW
HCO Behavioral HealthEmployer score · SilverHammond, LA
Outpatient Therapist PRN (PLPC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW or equivalent) PRN
Acadiana Treatment CenterLouisiana
Licensed Mental Health Clinician (LAPC/LPC/LMSW or LCSW) - Full-Time
Correct HealthDonaldsonville, LA
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Counselor Pay in Louisiana: Live Market and State Comparison
Live counselor listings in Louisiana today, then Louisiana against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 101
- Live median
- $120k
- 75th $120k · n=41
- 12-mo median
- $85k
- Pay rank
- #9 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.5/10 · #39
- 12-mo postings
- 325
Counselor roles in Louisiana advertise $10k above the $76k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $99k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs LA | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana (this page) | $85k | — | 5.5/10 | 325 |
| Wyoming#1 | $99k | +$14k | 6.1/10 | 52 |
| Nevada#2 | $96k | +$11k | 5.6/10 | 205 |
| Alaska#3 | $96k | +$11k | 5.4/10 | 165 |
| Mississippiborders | $90k | +$4k | 5.5/10 | 239 |
| Arkansasborders | $89k | +$4k | 5.7/10 | 271 |
| Delaware#6 | $89k | +$4k | 6.9/10 | 239 |
| Texasborders | $74k | −$12k | 5.6/10 | 2163 |
“borders” = shares a border with Louisiana; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 22, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Gotham Enterprises (18), UHS (11), Beacon Behavioral Support Services (7)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Counselor jobs in Louisiana.
How much do counselors earn in Louisiana?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of counselors. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid counselor jobs available?
Yes — about 25% of current counselors listings offer remote or hybrid work. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which counselor jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every counselor role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. Among current listings, 5% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring counselors in Louisiana right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include HCO Behavioral Health, Opelousas General Health System, Merakey, UHS, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in Louisiana are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 101 counselors positions in Louisiana listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Counselor Jobs in Louisiana
Gotham Enterprises18 open roles here · WLB 96/100
UHS11 open roles here · WLB 52/100
Beacon Behavioral Support Services7 open roles here · WLB 74/100Avenues Recovery6 open roles here · WLB 73/100
HCO Behavioral Health4 open roles here · WLB 99/100Thriveworks4 open roles here · WLB 97/100
Correct Health3 open roles here · WLB 61/100LCMC Health3 open roles here · WLB 54/100