Pays $69K - $104K — Counselor market median is ~$71k (315 jobs) · Top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) for work-life (7.9/10, vs 7,538 in this specialty)
Licensed Therapist
About the Role
Flexible schedule. Uncapped productivity incentives. $69K-$104K. CME reimbursement. Actually help people without burning out.
Join UnitedHealth Group as a Licensed Therapist in Bedford, New Hampshire. Family Counseling Associates, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Clinical Therapist to join our team in Bedford, NH. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
Key Responsibilities
- As a Licensed Clinical Therapist, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population.
- Provide treatment for mental health conditions using various approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and other evidence-based methods.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related counseling field.
- Clear, active and unrestricted license LICSW, LCMHC, LMFT, in the state of New Hampshire.
- 2+ years of professional experience post master’s degree providing behavioral health services.
- Experience providing direct psychotherapy services to individuals and families.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $69K - $104K
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
Work with UnitedHealth Group in Bedford, New Hampshire.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Therapist at UnitedHealth Group a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,538 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Positions in this range offer a solid balance between clinical responsibility and personal time. Most providers report manageable workloads with adequate recovery time.
Counselor Career Context
UnitedHealth Group ranks #5 of 14 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay, and holds silver-tier status on the Top Employers work-life index, composite score 77/100, 1,032 active listings.
In New Hampshire, Mental Health Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$102k across 53 listings, vs ~$77k nationally (8,020 listings).
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
New Hampshire's cost-of-living index is 115.0 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$86k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $75k in an average-cost state — New Hampshire ranks #3 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 60.5% of New Hampshire clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
New Hampshire has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$86k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 7.9/10 on work-life balance for Counselor roles.
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