As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist in the United States is $148,910. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $112,644 to a high of $183,980, with most professionals earning between $129,927 and $167,267.
| Percentile | Salary | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Salary | $112,644 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 25th Percentile Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Salary | $129,927 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 50th Percentile Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Salary | $148,910 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 75th Percentile Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Salary | $167,267 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 90th Percentile Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Salary | $183,980 | US | April 01, 2025 |
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JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent
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