Licensed Mental Health Counselor Salary in the United States

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How much does a Licensed Mental Health Counselor make in the United States? The average Licensed Mental Health Counselor salary in the United States is $77,508 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $69,845 and $86,367. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor

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Mental Health Therapist / Counselor
Hackley Community Care - MUSKEGON , MI
Mental Health Therapist or Counselor. Job Type: Full-time / Exempt. Job Location: Muskegon, MI. Hackley Community Care (HCC) is a Federally Qualified Health Cen
- 178 days ago
Licensed Mental Health Professional
Mediko Inc - ASHEVILLE , NC
MEDIKO: Mission driven & committed to delivering high-quality medical care to the communities we serve. Our dedicated Healthcare Professionals find meaning, sup
- 100 days ago
Licensed Mental Health Professional
Mediko Inc - RICHMOND , VA
Sign On Bonus of $5,000. For an exciting and fulfilling career in Correctional Healthcare, come join us at MEDIKO. At MEDIKO our work is mission driven by our d
- 150 days ago
Licensed Mental Health Clinician - $5,000 Bonus
Community Health Centers of the Rutland Region - RUTLAND , VT
COMMUNITY HEATH. Community Health is a primary care network that provides nationally-recognized programs, a focus on wellness, dental, behavioral health and ped
- 151 days ago
Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) - Remote
Brave Health -
Why We're Here. At Brave Health, we are driven by a deep commitment to transform lives by expanding access to compassionate, high-quality mental health care. By
- 10 days ago
Licensed Mental Health Therapist - $3,500 sign on bonus
Foresight Mental Health - SACRAMENTO , CA
Join Our Team of California Mental Health Providers. Foresight is an outpatient mental health company that offers virtual and in-person therapy across Californi
- 28 days ago

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86367
77508

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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86511
77625
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the United States. The base salary for Licensed Mental Health Counselor ranges from $69,845 to $86,367 with the average base salary of $77,508. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $69,961 to $86,511 with the average total cash compensation of $77,625.

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Skills associated with Licensed Mental Health Counselor: Counseling

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