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LMHC or Psychologist Lakeland

PsychologistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$50-$70/hr

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Job Description

Title: Licensed Master's Level Clinician

Cotler Psychology Services is currently seeking a Florida licensed Master’s-level clinician (LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT) to provide mental health services to seniors in assisted living and skilled nursing communities in the Lakeland, Florida area. Whether you are seeking part-time or full-time hours, this position offers the opportunity to do meaningful clinical work while enjoying flexibility, independence, and the support of an experienced multidisciplinary team.

For more than 30 years, Cotler Psychology Services has specialized in providing compassionate, high-quality behavioral health care to older adults throughout Florida. Founded by Licensed Psychologist Dr. Kerry Cotler, the practice now partners with over 100 long-term care communities statewide. Our mission is centered on improving the emotional well-being and quality of life of seniors through ethical, personalized, and evidence-based care.

Why Join Cotler Psychology Services?

Working with seniors in long-term care settings provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day. Residents often experience challenges related to aging, chronic illness, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, cognitive decline, and life transitions. Your work will focus on helping residents build emotional resilience, improve coping skills, strengthen interpersonal connections, and maintain the highest possible quality of life.

At Cotler Psychology Services, clinicians are supported in focusing on patient care while benefiting from a collaborative and organized practice structure. We value professionalism, compassion, flexibility, and clinical excellence, and we strive to create an environment where clinicians feel respected and supported in their work.

This role is ideal for clinicians who enjoy building therapeutic relationships, working independently, and serving a population that greatly benefits from consistent emotional and behavioral health support. Whether you are early in your career or an experienced provider, you will have access to resources and guidance designed to help you succeed in the long-term care environment.

What You'll Receive

  • Flexible Scheduling: Build a schedule that works for you and choose the communities you would like to serve.
  • Competitive Compensation: Hourly rates range from $50 to $70, with mileage reimbursement opportunities where applicable.
  • Comprehensive Administrative Support: Our team assists with insurance credentialing, referrals, billing, and other administrative responsibilities.
  • Clinical Training & Resources: Receive orientation to our user-friendly Electronic Health Record (EHR) system along with access to virtual training and consultation support tailored to long-term care settings.
  • Supportive Practice Environment: Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative setting focused on compassionate, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

  • Active Florida license as an LMHC or Psychologist (or nearing licensure)

Cotler Psychology Services is committed to fostering a respectful and supportive environment where clinicians can make a lasting impact in the lives of seniors and their families. If you are passionate about working with older adults and are looking for a flexible and rewarding clinical opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today and help improve the emotional well-being and quality of life of seniors across Florida.

Key Responsibilities

Provide mental health services to seniors in assisted living and skilled nursing communities. Focus on improving emotional well-being, building resilience, and enhancing the quality of life for residents.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Mental Health Counseling — Psychologist Career Context

Confidential Employer ranks #11 of 11 employers hiring Psychologist on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Psychologist listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 18% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

Psychologist by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$104k–$146kPsychologist median $155k (middle half $150k–$167k)17 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$121k in purchasing powerFlorida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Psychologist listings in Florida120 active2,052 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 50% remote · 18% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedFlorida Psychologist listings: 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 12% offer loan repayment120 active listings, Oct 2026
Psychologist pay trend−2.9% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Confidential Employer#11 of 11 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$125k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$9k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Salary Distribution

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$180k-195k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

29 jobs · 15 employers
401k / retirement match
97%
Sign-on bonus
62%
CME allowance
59%
Loan repayment
14%
PSLF eligible
3%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 4.8
Better work-life than 30% of Psychologist roles listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,045 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Benefits & Perks

Flexible scheduling
Mileage reimbursement
Administrative support (credentialing, referrals, billing)
Clinical training and EHR orientation
Virtual training and consultation support

Living in Lakeland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$302k
Typical market rent
$1,687/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.