Psychologist Jobs in Arlington, VA

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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Psychotherapist

  • Olney, MD (18 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Olney, MD (18 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 20 days ago

An independently licensed professional who provides clinical assessments and short-term psychotherapy for individuals with psychiatric disorders....

School Psychologist in Arlington, VA

  • Arlington, VA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 22 hours ago

A rewarding opportunity is available for a licensed School Psychologist specializing in high school settings for the 2025-2026 academic year....

School Psychologists

  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 22 hours ago

The School Psychologist is responsible for providing on-site psychological services to students under the jurisdiction of the state and district....

Hybrid School Psychologist 25/26 School Year

  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 22 hours ago

The School Psychologist is responsible for providing on-sitepsychological services to students under the jurisdiction of the state anddistrict....

School Psychologist – 2025/2026 School Year

  • Falls Church, VA (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Falls Church, VA (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

School Psychologists Needed in Falls Church, VA for the 2025/2026 School Year!...

Behavioral Health Case Manager I - Virginia SMI/SED

  • Ashburn, VA (23 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ashburn, VA (23 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

unrestricted license such as RN, LCSW (as applicable by state law and scope of practice), LMHC, LICSW, LPC (as allowed by applicable state laws), LMFT, LMSW (as allowed by applicable state laws), or Clinical Psychologist...

CS Therapist II - Mental Health Case Manager

  • Prince William, VA (18 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Prince William, VA (18 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Clinical Psychologist in Commonwealth of VA within 2 years....

School Psychologist 25/26 School Year

  • Falls Church, VA (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Falls Church, VA (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

The School Psychologist is responsible for providing on-sitepsychological services to students under the jurisdiction of the state anddistrict....

School Psychologist - 25/26 School year!

  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

School Psychologists in Alexandria, VA! $2,400+ Weekly Help empower students tothrive?? + Competitive Weekly Pay W2 + Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Know another School Based Professional looking?...

School Psychologist in Manassas, VA

  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Category Schools - School Psychologist Job Type Contract Providing comprehensive psychological services within a K-12 educational setting, this contract position seeks a skilled school psychologist...

Teletherapy School Psychologist in VA

  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Category Schools - School Psychologist - Telehealth Job Type Contract Job Title: Telehealth School Psychologist An opportunity has arisen for a skilled Telehealth School Psychologist to provide valuable...

Special Operations Licensed Psychologist (National Capital Region)

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Conduct psychological evaluations utilizing information from clinical interviews, psychological testing, and collateral sources, as appropriate....

Licensed Crisis Clinician (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) - ED

  • Silver Spring, MD (10 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (10 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Location Detail: Windham Community Memorial (10183) Shift Detail: Schedule: Monday - Friday; 3:00pm - 11:30pm. No weekends, No holidays. Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than...

Fully Remote School Psychologist Job- Virtual Teletherapy

  • Silver Spring, MD (10 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (10 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 5 days ago

We are currently seeking an experienced School Psychologist who is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of students....

Remote Work

Psychologist II (Part time)

  • Fairfax, VA (19 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (19 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking a licensed clinical psychologist with a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology to join our dynamic team....

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Salary for Psychologist Jobs in Arlington, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Psychologists in Arlington, VA 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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