Counselor Jobs in Mississippi
Across 85 live Counselor listings in Mississippi, median advertised pay is $120K, based on the 34 that state a salary; Mississippi ranks 5th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Gotham Enterprises (15), UHS (14), Canopy Children's Solutions (11).
85+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 20, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 34 roles pay ~$120k median with 6.7/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Fully Licensed Therapist - Remote
Equip HealthEmployer score · GoldRemote
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Mental Health Therapist (TRACE)
Region 8 Mental HealthBrookhaven, MS
Mental Health Therapist (TRACE)
Region 8 Mental HealthMendenhall, MS
Telehealth Mental Health Therapist (LMFT, LCSW, LPC)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMFT, LCSW, LPC)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Fully Licensed Therapist - Remote
Equip HealthEmployer score · GoldRemote
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
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Counselor Pay in Mississippi: Live Market and State Comparison
Live counselor listings in Mississippi today, then Mississippi 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
- 85
- Live median
- $120k
- 75th $120k · n=34
- 12-mo median
- $90k
- Pay rank
- #5 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.4/10 · #47
- 12-mo postings
- 238
Counselor roles in Mississippi advertise $14k above the $76k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $99k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs MS | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi (this page) | $90k | — | 5.4/10 | 238 |
| Wyoming#1 | $99k | +$10k | 6.1/10 | 52 |
| Nevada#2 | $96k | +$7k | 5.6/10 | 206 |
| Alaska#3 | $96k | +$6k | 5.4/10 | 165 |
| Arkansasborders | $89k | −$0k | 5.7/10 | 269 |
| Louisianaborders | $85k | −$4k | 5.5/10 | 332 |
| Alabamaborders | $70k | −$19k | 5.6/10 | 429 |
| Tennesseeborders | $65k | −$24k | 5.7/10 | 813 |
“borders” = shares a border with Mississippi; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 20, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Gotham Enterprises (15), UHS (14), Canopy Children's Solutions (11)
- 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 Mississippi.
How much do counselors earn in Mississippi?
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 70% 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, 15% with no on-call and 90% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring counselors in Mississippi right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include Gotham Enterprises, Region 8 Mental Health, Equip Health, UHS, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in Mississippi are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 85 counselors positions in Mississippi 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 Mississippi
Gotham Enterprises15 open roles here · WLB 96/100
UHS14 open roles here · WLB 52/100
Canopy Children's Solutions11 open roles here · WLB 58/100
Addiction and Mental Health Services7 open roles here · WLB 75/100Management and Training5 open roles here · WLB 59/100
Baptist4 open roles here · WLB 62/100
- Region 8 Mental Health4 open roles here · WLB 35/100
VitalCore Health Strategies3 open roles here · WLB 66/100