563+ Counselor Jobs in Texas
Counselor positions in Texas with $50K-$80K salary ranges, burnout scores, and schedule details shown upfront. Filter by no call, remote, and weekday-only.
563+ positions available
563+ Counselor Jobs in Texas Available Now
These 280 roles pay ~$63k median with 6.9/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)
in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)
in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)
in Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)
Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, LPC)
LifeStance HealthTop Employer
in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)
in Clinical Psychology (Counseling)
Lead Behavioral Health Therapist (Virtual Reality); Full time - Days
Texas Health Resources
in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)
in Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
in Counseling
in Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
in Counseling
Behavioral Health Counselor -Hybrid (Harlingen, TX)
Methodist Healthcare Ministries of S. Tx
in Clinical Psychology (Counseling)
7.2/10
7.2/10
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How Texas Compares for Counselor Pay
Texas against neighboring states and the top payers, from our own counselor postings over the last 12 months — not a salary survey.
Counselor pay in Texas sits level with the $77k median across the 51 states we can measure, where District of Columbia leads at $114k.
| State | Median pay | vs TX | WLB | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas (this page) | $77k | — | 5.9/10 | 442 |
| District of Columbia#1 | $114k | +$38k | 7.1/10 | 14 |
| Maine#2 | $101k | +$25k | 7.3/10 | 16 |
| Alaska#3 | $101k | +$24k | 6.0/10 | 31 |
| Oklahomaborders | $97k | +$20k | 6.4/10 | 64 |
| Louisianaborders | $96k | +$19k | 5.8/10 | 68 |
| Arkansasborders | $69k | −$8k | 6.2/10 | 50 |
| New Mexicoborders | $65k | −$12k | 6.4/10 | 133 |
“borders” = shares a border with Texas; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states.
Texas Jobs
563+ counselor positions in Texas
Competitive Pay
Earn $50K-$80K with benefits
Updated Daily
New positions added daily
Counselor Jobs in Texas: Salary, Outlook & Work-Life Balance
Texas offers a competitive market for healthcare professionals seeking counselor jobs in texas. With 563+ open positions and salaries ranging from $54K to $166K, clinicians have strong options for career growth and work-life balance. 30% of listed positions offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
Every listing is evaluated using WeekdayDoc's proprietary work-life balance scoring system. Counselor Jobs in Texas on this page have an average score of 7.4/10, with 30% offering remote work. This data helps clinicians quickly identify positions that match their lifestyle priorities without reading through hundreds of job descriptions.
Leading employers currently hiring for counselor jobs in texas include Lakes Regional Community Center, Geode Health, Leidos, Community Health and Wellness, and more. Positions span counselor jobs texas. New jobs are added daily as healthcare organizations expand their teams.
Among the top-rated employers hiring for counselor jobs in texas, Sailor Health (score: 97.0/100), GLOBAL OUTREACH TELEREHABILITATION (score: 96.8/100), Talkiatry (score: 96.4/100) have earned WeekdayDoc's Top Employer designation based on our proprietary ranking system. This ranking evaluates burnout scores (40%), salary competitiveness (30%), and work-life balance features like no-call and remote options (30%). See the full rankings on our Top Employers page.
According to WeekdayDoc's Market Pulse — which tracks real-time compensation data from thousands of active job postings — the current median salary is $106K, trending up 6.1% over the past quarter. This data is derived from 23,057+ job postings analyzed over the past 12 months — updated daily, unlike annual survey-based reports. Explore salary trends and burnout data on our Market Pulse dashboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do counselors earn in Texas?
Listed counselors in Texas on WeekdayDoc pay roughly $54K to $166K per year, with a median near $75K. Actual pay varies by specialty, setting, experience, and shift type — every listing shows its salary upfront.
Are there remote or hybrid counselors jobs available?
Yes — about 30% 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 counselors 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 Lakes Regional Community Center, Geode Health, Leidos, Community Health and Wellness, 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 563+ counselors positions in Texas listed, with new roles added daily as employers post them. Create a free account to compare salaries and work-life-balance scores side by side, then apply directly.
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