How much does a Psychologist In Private Practice make in Boston, MA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Psychologist In Private Practice in Boston, MA is $135,540. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $123,048 to $150,551, with most professionals earning between $111,676 and $164,219.

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What is a Psychologist In Private Practice?

A Psychologist In Private Practice is responsible for providing mental health services to individuals, couples, and families. This may include conducting assessments, diagnosing mental health conditions, and developing treatment plans. Psychologists in private practice also provide therapy and counseling to help clients address and manage their mental health concerns. Additionally, they may collaborate with other healthcare professionals and community resources to ensure comprehensive care for their clients. In addition to clinical work, psychologists in private practice are also responsible for managing their practice, including scheduling appointments, maintaining client records, and handling billing and insurance. Overall, the role of a Psychologist In Private Practice is to provide high-quality, personalized mental health care to their clients.

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What is the average salary for Psychologist In Private Practice in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Psychologist In Private Practice in Boston, MA. The base salary for Psychologist In Private Practice ranges from $123,048 to $150,551 with the average base salary of $135,540. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $123,995 to $151,271 with the average total cash compensation of $136,545.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $135,540 $123,048 - $150,551
Bonus $1,005 $947 - $720
Total Pay $136,545 $123,995 - $151,271
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Boston, MA
CITY, STATE Revere, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $123,048 - $150,551 COMPARE TO Boston, MA 0%
CITY, STATE Brookline, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $123,048 - $150,551 COMPARE TO Boston, MA 0%
CITY, STATE Malden, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $123,048 - $150,551 COMPARE TO Boston, MA 0%
CITY, STATE Somerville, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $123,048 - $150,551 COMPARE TO Boston, MA 0%
CITY, STATE Quincy, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $123,048 - $150,551 COMPARE TO Boston, MA 0%
CITY, STATE Arlington, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $123,048 - $150,551 COMPARE TO Boston, MA 0%
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Psychotherapist LCSW LPC LMFT Psychologist private practice LOCATION Boston, MA MINIMUM SALARY $263,624 MAXIMUM SALARY $312,242
JOB TITLE Private Practice Counselor LOCATION Boston, MA MINIMUM SALARY $58,887 MAXIMUM SALARY $71,358
JOB TITLE Private Practice Therapist LOCATION Boston, MA MINIMUM SALARY $54,378 MAXIMUM SALARY $72,775
JOB TITLE Private Practice Clinician LOCATION Boston, MA MINIMUM SALARY $58,703 MAXIMUM SALARY $71,149
JOB TITLE Psychotherapist Private Practice LOCATION Boston, MA MINIMUM SALARY $263,624 MAXIMUM SALARY $312,242
JOB TITLE Psychologist - M.A. LOCATION Boston, MA MINIMUM SALARY $95,377 MAXIMUM SALARY $118,855
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