Counselor Jobs in New Mexico
Across 143 live Counselor listings in New Mexico, median advertised pay is $73K (75th percentile $95K), based on the 82 that state a salary; New Mexico ranks 35th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Protocall Services (31), Presbyterian Medical Services (24), Gotham Enterprises (10).
143+ 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 82 roles pay ~$73k median with 6.7/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Therapist - Mobile Crisis (CCBHC Expansion) (80-70)
La Clinica de FamiliaLas Cruces, NM
Mental Health Therapist - Equine
Pueblo of San FelipeNew Mexico
Program Therapist
University of New MexiAlbuquerque, NM
Licensed Crisis Counselor - Fully Remote in New Mexico
Protocall ServicesRemote
Substance Use Disorder Counselor - CAADC, CADC
VitalCore Health StrategiesAlamogordo, NM
Substance Abuse Counselor
Thrive Medical ServicesLas Cruces, NM
Therapist - Intensive Outpatient (134-70)
La Clinica de FamiliaLas Cruces, NM
Athletics Mental Health and Performance Counselor
New Mexico State UniversityLas Cruces, NM
Mental Health Therapist - LMHC or LMFT
Chrysalis HealthcareEmployer score · SilverAlbuquerque, NM
Substance Abuse Counselor
Thrive Medical ServicesLas Cruces, NM
Behavioral Health Therapist
Kewa Pueblo Health Corporation kphcEmployer score · SilverSanto Domingo Pueblo, NM
Mental Health Therapist - School-Based Health Center (20 hrs/wk)
Presbyterian Medical ServicesMoriarty, NM
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Counselor Pay in New Mexico: Live Market and State Comparison
Live counselor listings in New Mexico today, then New Mexico 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
- 143
- Live median
- $73k
- 75th $95k · n=82
- 12-mo median
- $72k
- Pay rank
- #35 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.9/10 · #14
- 12-mo postings
- 444
Counselor roles in New Mexico advertise $3k below the $76k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $99k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs NM | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico (this page) | $72k | — | 5.9/10 | 444 |
| Wyoming#1 | $99k | +$27k | 6.1/10 | 52 |
| Nevada#2 | $96k | +$24k | 5.6/10 | 206 |
| Oklahomaborders | $81k | +$9k | 5.7/10 | 344 |
| Utahborders | $80k | +$7k | 5.5/10 | 379 |
| Arizonaborders | $76k | +$4k | 5.7/10 | 1067 |
| Texasborders | $74k | +$1k | 5.6/10 | 2177 |
| Coloradoborders | $72k | +$0k | 5.5/10 | 1076 |
“borders” = shares a border with New Mexico; “#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:
- Protocall Services (31), Presbyterian Medical Services (24), Gotham Enterprises (10)
- 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 New Mexico.
How much do counselors earn in New Mexico?
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 35% 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. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring counselors in New Mexico right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include PROTOCALL SERVICES, Thrive Medical Services, La Clinica de Familia, State of the Heart Recovery, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in New Mexico are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 143 counselors positions in New Mexico 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 New Mexico
Protocall Services31 open roles here · WLB 65/100
Gotham Enterprises10 open roles here · WLB 96/100
La Clinica de Familia5 open roles here · WLB 72/100Summit BHC5 open roles here · WLB 66/100
Pueblo of San Felipe4 open roles here · WLB 42/100UHS4 open roles here · WLB 52/100
MECA Therapies3 open roles here · WLB 75/100