Psychologist Jobs in Louisiana

A Psychologist plays a vital role in the mental health industry, providing critical support and services to individuals experiencing mental health issues. They are responsible for diagnosing and treating a variety of emotional, mental, and behavioral disorders. Their duties often include conducting psychological tests, providing psychotherapy, and researching human behavior. They might work in a variety of settings such as hospitals, schools, government agencies, and private practices. A Psychologist needs strong observational skills to accurately assess patients' behavior, critical thinking skills to find the best treatment solution, and excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients.

Certification and state licensure are mandatory for Psychologists. They need a Doctoral degree in Psychology, which entails a dissertation based on original research. They also need to complete an internship, gain at least 1 to 2 years of supervised professional experience, and pass the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology. Prior to becoming a Psychologist, individuals might have roles as a Mental Health Counselor, Social Worker or a Psychiatric Technician - all roles that can provide valuable experience for becoming a Psychologist.

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Full Time School Psychologist near Schriever, LA

  • Schriever, LA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Schriever, LA
  • 20 hours ago

School Psychologist to support a local school district in the Schriever, LA area for the upcoming school year....

Full Time School Psychologist near Thibodaux, LA

  • Thibodaux, LA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Thibodaux, LA
  • 20 hours ago

School Psychologist to support a local school district in the Thibodaux, LA area for the upcoming school year....

Full Time School Psychologist near Gray, LA

  • Gray, LA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Gray, LA
  • 20 hours ago

Psychologist to support a local school district in the Gray, LA area for the upcoming school year....

Full Time School Psychologist near Lockport, LA

  • Lockport, LA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Lockport, LA
  • 20 hours ago

School Psychologist to support a local school district in the Lockport, LA area for the upcoming school year....

School Psychologist- SPED Central Office

  • New Iberia, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • New Iberia, LA
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/Psychologist Date Posted: 7/9/2025 Location: IPSD Special Education Department   Additional Information: Show/Hide Apply online: Upload the following...

Hiring for a School Psychologist in Houma, LA

  • Houma, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Houma, LA
  • 4 days ago

and collaborative School Psychologist to join our district-wide support team for the 20252026 school year....

Louisiana (remote) - School psychologist

  • LA
  • 4 days ago
  • LA
  • 4 days ago

Exercise strong communication and relationship-building skills to collaborate with onsite school personnel and build rapport with students About you 1 or more valid state licenses or equivalent school psychologist...

School Psychologist

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 5 days ago

School Psychologist JobID: 15724 Position Type: Special Education/Psychologist Date Posted: 7/8/2025 Location: Pupil Appraisal Closing Date: 07/22/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Your...

School Psychologist Needed Near Houma, LA

  • Houma, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Houma, LA
  • 5 days ago

are seeking a Certified School Psychologist to join our Team for the 2025-2026 academic year....

NOW HIRING: School Psychologist

  • Houma, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Houma, LA
  • 5 days ago

Parish School District is hiring a Certified School Psychologist to serve students district-wide for the 20252026 academic year....

School Psychologist - Gray, LA

  • Gray, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Gray, LA
  • 5 days ago

A full-time School Psychologist is sought for a K-12 public school setting in Gray, LA, for the duration of the full school year under a contract arrangement....

Excellent Staff Psychologist Opportunity Alexandria, LA

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 5 days ago

The Staff Psychologist Provides a full range of therapeutic interventions including: individual, group and family psychotherapy, caregiver stress support, cognitive-behavioral therapy, interpersonal...

School Psychologist-12 month

  • Opelousas, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 6 days ago

Valid certificate from the Louisiana State Department of Education to practice as a school psychologist....

Psychotherapist/Counselor

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 6 days ago

Summary We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed...

NEW Fully Remote School Psychologist in Louisiana Work From Home Teletherapy

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 6 days ago

Qualifications : - Master's or Doctoral degree in School Psychology - Valid state certification or licensure as a School Psychologist - Experience with virtual assessments and counseling preferred -...

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Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Psychologist Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Psychologist positions.



Highest Education Level

Psychologists in Louisiana offer the following education background
Master's Degree
44.9%
Doctorate Degree
24.1%
Bachelor's Degree
22.7%
Associate's Degree
3.1%
High School or GED
2.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.9%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%



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