Mental Health Therapist

CounselorContract

Listed compensation

$73k-$165k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

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Exciting Opportunity

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Contractual Mental Health Therapist

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus + Clinical Supervision+ Free CEUs & More!!!!!!

About the Role

The Mental Health Therapist plays a crucial role in providing therapeutic support to individuals facing mental health challenges. This position involves assessing clients' needs, developing personalized treatment plans, and implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions.

The therapist will work collaboratively with clients to foster a safe and supportive environment that encourages personal growth and healing. Additionally, the role requires ongoing evaluation of client progress and adjustments to treatment strategies as necessary.

Ultimately, the goal is to empower clients to achieve their mental health objectives and improve their overall well-being.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
  • Valid state licensure as a Mental Health Therapist or equivalent certification.
  • Experience in providing therapeutic services to diverse populations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with specific therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
  • Familiarity with mental health assessment tools and treatment planning software.
  • Bilingual or multilingual abilities to serve a broader client base.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand clients' mental health needs and history.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices.
  • Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions to support clients in their recovery journey.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic approach to client care.

Skills

The required skills for this role include strong communication and interpersonal abilities, which are essential for building rapport with clients and facilitating effective therapy sessions. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are utilized daily to assess client needs and adapt treatment plans accordingly.

Empathy and active listening are vital in creating a safe space for clients to express their feelings and experiences. Preferred skills, such as knowledge of specific therapeutic modalities, enhance the therapist's ability to provide tailored interventions that meet individual client needs.

Additionally, organizational skills are important for maintaining accurate records and managing caseloads efficiently.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field. A valid state licensure as a Mental Health Therapist or equivalent certification is also required.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Evidence-based interventionsRecord keepingCaseload management

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 56% are remote, 28% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$119k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $113k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution33 jobs · 19 employers

11
<$90k
6
$90k-105k
7
$105k-120k
8
$120k-135k
1
$155k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks30 jobs · 19 employers

401k / retirement match
93%
Sign-on bonus
50% this job
CME allowance
30% this job
Loan repayment
13%
PSLF eligible
7%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 1.5
Below most Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,961 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in White Marsh

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$455k≈ 6.3× annual pay
Median resident rent
$1,982/mo≈ 33% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.5
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Baltimore, Maryland
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Benefits & Perks

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus
Clinical Supervision
Free CEUs