Certified Therapist Jobs in United, PA

A Certified Therapist in the mental health industry offers professional counseling services to individuals, families, or groups. They diagnose and treat a range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. With the goal of improving clients' mental and emotional well-being, therapists employ a variety of therapeutic techniques, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy. Certified Therapists also help clients develop coping mechanisms and strategies for managing their conditions or enhancing their personal growth and self-understanding.

Essential skills for a Certified Therapist include excellent communication, empathy, patience, and problem-solving abilities. They must also maintain client confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines. To become a Certified Therapist, one must typically obtain a Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field, and pass a state licensure exam. After gaining licensure, therapists may pursue additional certifications from organizations like the National Board for Certified Counselors or the American Board of Professional Psychology. Prior to becoming a Certified Therapist, individuals often gain experience in roles such as a Mental Health Counselor, Social Worker, or Clinical Psychologist.

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Positive Directions Psychological Services

Licensed Professional counselors, social workers, psychologists ( Hybrid )

Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Social Worker, or Licensed Psychologist Knowledge of Behavioral Health practices Nice to Have Skills: Knowledge of Psychiatry practices Ability to conduct Treatment...

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Mental Health Therapist - Monongahela

  • New Directions Mental Health, New Directions Mental Health
  • Monongahela, PA (23 miles from United, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Monongahela, PA (23 miles from United, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Join us at New Directions Mental Health, a member of Transformations Care Network (TCN), as we embark on an exciting journey to empower Mental Health Therapists like you to make a difference in...

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Licensed Mental Health Therapist - Fox Chapel

  • New Directions Mental Health, New Directions Mental Health
  • United, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • United, PA
  • 1 day ago

Join us at New Directions Mental Health, a member of Transformations Care Network (TCN), as we embark on an exciting journey to empower Licensed Mental Health Therapists like you to make a...

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Mental Health Therapist

  • New Directions Mental Health, New Directions Mental Health
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from United, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from United, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Join us at New Directions Mental Health, a member of Transformations Care Network (TCN), as we embark on an exciting journey to empower Mental Health Therapists like you to make a difference in...

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Mental Health Therapist - Monroeville

  • New Directions Mental Health, New Directions Mental Health
  • McKeesport, PA (18 miles from United, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • McKeesport, PA (18 miles from United, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Join us at New Directions Mental Health, a member of Transformations Care Network (TCN), as we embark on an exciting journey to empower Mental Health Therapists like you to make a difference in...

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Pennsylvania (remote) - Licensed professional counselor

  • Presence
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from United, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from United, PA)
  • 2 days ago

What youll do Provide direct services and student counseling Participate in IEP meetings Complete comprehensive case reports Exercise strong communication and relationship-building skills to...

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Licensed Mental Health Therapist - South Hills

  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from United, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from United, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Apply Now Join us New Directions Mental Health, a member of Transformions Care Network (TCN), as we embark on an exciting journey to empower Licensed Mental Health Therapists like you to make a...

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Mental Health Counselor II, UPMC

  • UPMC
  • White Oak, PA (18 miles from United, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • White Oak, PA (18 miles from United, PA)
  • 5 days ago

UPMC is hiring a full-time Mental Health Counselor II to support Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough in White Oak, PA. The Mental Health Counselor II is an ideal position for a new bachelor's...

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Behavioral Health Therapist I - Center for Psychiatric and Chemical Dependency Services, UPMC

  • UPMC
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from United, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from United, PA)
  • 5 days ago

The Center for Psychiatric and Chemical Dependency Services (CPCDS) is looking for a passionate Behavioral Health Therapist I to join the team! The CPCDS is an Addiction Medicine Services facility...

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Licensed Mental Health Therapist - Monongahela

  • Monongahela, PA (23 miles from United, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Monongahela, PA (23 miles from United, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Apply Now Join us New Directions Mental Health, a member of Transformions Care Network (TCN), as we embark on an exciting journey to empower Licensed Mental Health Therapists like you to make a...

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Pastoral and Bereavement Coordinator

  • Redstone
  • Greensburg, PA (7 miles from United, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Greensburg, PA (7 miles from United, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Pastoral and Bereavement Coordinator Full Time Title: Pastoral and Bereavement Coordinator Status: Full Time Shift: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, with on-call rotation Location: Redstone @ Home Why Choose...

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Mental Health Counselor II

  • UPMC
  • White Oak, PA (18 miles from United, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • White Oak, PA (18 miles from United, PA)
  • 6 days ago

UPMC is hiring a full-time Mental Health Counselor II to support Western Behavioral Health at Mon Yough in White Oak, PA. The Mental Health Counselor II is an ideal position for a new bachelors...

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Behavioral Health Therapist I - Center for Psychiatric and Chemical Dependency Services

  • UPMC
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from United, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (23 miles from United, PA)
  • 7 days ago

The Center for Psychiatric and Chemical Dependency Services (CPCDS) is looking for a passionate Behavioral Health Therapist I to join the team! The CPCDS is an Addiction Medicine Services facility...

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Licensed Mental Health Therapist - Robinson

  • New Directions Mental Health, New Directions Mental Health
  • Coulters, PA (17 miles from United, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Coulters, PA (17 miles from United, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Join us at New Directions Mental Health, a member of Transformations Care Network (TCN), as we embark on an exciting journey to empower Licensed Mental Health Therapists like you to make a...

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Licensed Mental Health Therapist

  • New Directions Mental Health, New Directions Mental Health
  • Slickville, PA (17 miles from United, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Slickville, PA (17 miles from United, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Join us at New Directions Mental Health, a member of Transformations Care Network (TCN), as we embark on an exciting journey to empower Licensed Mental Health Therapists like you to make a...

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Salary for Certified Therapist Jobs in United, PA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMentalHealth research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Certified Therapists in United, PA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.2%
Bachelor's Degree
19.5%
Doctorate Degree
10.8%
Associate's Degree
3.4%
High School or GED
2.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.0%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Certified Therapists in United, PA
2-4 years
39.3%
Less than 1 year
27.4%
None
17.4%
1-2 years
8.4%
8-10 years
7.6%



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