Counselor Jobs in Texas
Across 729 live Counselor listings in Texas, median advertised pay is $67K (75th percentile $91K), based on the 351 that state a salary; Texas ranks 29th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are UHS (77), Action Behavior Centers (75), Management and Training (36).
729+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 24, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 351 roles pay ~$67k median with 6.3/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Salary Distribution
351 jobs · 99 employersAnnual compensation range
Work-Life Balance Distribution
351 jobs · 99 employersHigher = better work-life balance
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Counselor Pay in Texas: Live Market and State Comparison
Live counselor listings in Texas today, then Texas 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
- 729
- Live median
- $67k
- 75th $91k · n=351
- 12-mo median
- $74k
- Pay rank
- #29 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.6/10 · #31
- 12-mo postings
- 2,200
Counselor roles in Texas advertise $2k below the $75k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $96k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs TX | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas (this page) | $74k | — | 5.6/10 | 2200 |
| Wyoming#1 | $96k | +$23k | 6.1/10 | 53 |
| Alaska#2 | $96k | +$22k | 5.4/10 | 166 |
| Nevada#3 | $96k | +$22k | 5.6/10 | 212 |
| Arkansasborders | $88k | +$14k | 5.7/10 | 276 |
| Louisianaborders | $85k | +$12k | 5.5/10 | 326 |
| Oklahomaborders | $82k | +$8k | 5.8/10 | 346 |
| New Mexicoborders | $72k | −$1k | 5.8/10 | 447 |
“borders” = shares a border with Texas; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 24, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- UHS (77), Action Behavior Centers (75), Management and Training (36)
- Sign-on & loan repayment:
- 7% state a sign-on bonus (median $2k) · 21% offer loan repayment (share of 728 active Texas Counselor listings)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100), Up Lift (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Counselor jobs in Texas.
How much do counselors earn in Texas?
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. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring counselors in Texas right now?
Employers currently hiring for counselor roles include LifeStance Health, Mind Body Optimization 1, Connections Wellness Group, Confidential Employer, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many counselor jobs in Texas are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 729 counselors positions in Texas 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 Texas
UHS77 open roles here · WLB 62/100
Action Behavior Centers75 open roles here · WLB 90/100Management and Training36 open roles here · WLB 57/100
Lifepoint Health33 open roles here · WLB 63/100
Geode Health26 open roles here · WLB 100/100
Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution17 open roles here · WLB 76/100
Learning Services16 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Community Health and Wellness15 open roles here · WLB 75/100