Private Practice Therapist- Pearland, TX

Counselor / TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$65k-$75k

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Pearland, TX - Houston, TX
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Salary Range: Undisclosed, POSITION SUMMARY The Private Practice Therapist provides high-quality mental health services to clients in an outpatient setting. This role involves conducting assessments, creating individualized treatment plans, and delivering evidence-based therapy to support client well-being. The therapist works independently while contributing to the collaborative and client-focused culture of the clinic. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Care: Provide individual, couple, and/or family therapy based on expertise and client needs. Conduct thorough intake evaluations, including patient history, mental status examinations, and diagnostic assessments. Formulate accurate psychiatric diagnoses and develop personalized treatment plans individually tailored to client goals. Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments for patients experiencing acute mental health issues. Collaboration: Work closely with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare providers to ensure a cohesive approach to patient care. Participate in case consultations and team meetings to review treatment plans and progress. Refer patients to higher levels of care or additional services as needed, ensuring continuity of care. Patient Education & Advocacy Educate patients and families about psychiatric conditions, treatment options, medication adherence, and self-care strategies. Advocate for patient needs within the healthcare system and community resources. Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) system. Ensure compliance with clinic policies, legal regulations, and ethical standards in psychiatric practice. Monitor and address issues related to prescribing controlled substances in alignment with DEA and state guidelines. Professional Development: Stay current on advancements in psychiatric care through continuing education, professional memberships, and clinical supervision. Contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the clinic
  • Compensation: Annual
  • Compensation: $53,000

Guaranteed Base + Productivity Incentives | Potential Total Earnings: $65,000–$75,000 Note: The essential job functions of this position are not limited to the duties listed above.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Psychology or Social Work preferred. Experience: Experience working in substance use is preferred but not required. Two years of experience in private practice setting preferred.

Licensure: Must be independently licensed and in good standing as an LPC, LCSW, or equivalent. Will accept provisionally licensed associates. Additional Requirements: A thorough knowledge of The Joint Commission, OSHA, CMS, DHS, State Regulations, and Federal Regulatory Standards. Complete TB testing, Drug Screening, and Background check upon being hired.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist provides high-quality mental health services, including individual, couple, and family therapy in an outpatient setting. They are responsible for conducting intake evaluations, formulating diagnoses, and developing personalized treatment plans while collaborating with other healthcare providers.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work and possess an independent license such as LPC or LCSW. Experience in private practice and substance use treatment is preferred, along with knowledge of regulatory standards like The Joint Commission and OSHA.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Individual therapyCouple therapyPsychiatric diagnosisTreatment planningRisk assessmentPatient advocacyCase consultation

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% are remote, 28% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$65k–$75kMental Health Therapy median $75k (middle half $58k–$78k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$72k in purchasing powerTexas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Texas456 active7,887 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 32% remote · 28% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusTexas Counselor listings: 7% state a sign-on bonus · 21% offer loan repayment707 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,473 in the last 30 days1,673 the 30 days before (+48%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Mental Health Therapy pay trend−1.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$70k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Salary Distribution

40 jobs · 31 employers
7
<$65k
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$65k-75k
16
$75k-85k
4
$85k-95k
4
$95k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

32 jobs · 31 employers
401k / retirement match
84%
Sign-on bonus
22% this job
CME allowance
13% this job
PSLF eligible
9%
Loan repayment
3%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,878 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Benefits & Perks

Productivity incentives
Continuing education
Clinical supervision

Living in Houston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$243k≈ 3.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,544/mo≈ 29% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.