Neuropsychologist
Mental Health
$118K
median
$88K
25th %ile
$118K
median
$210K
90th %ile
▲ 4.5% YoY growth
🧠 Mental Health Industry
Mental Health Salary Guide 2026
Licensed therapist, LCSW, behavioral therapist, and substance abuse counselor salaries. Based on BLS OES, O*NET, and H-1B disclosure data — updated quarterly.
7
job titles tracked
$76K
avg median salary
$118K
top role median
Mental Health salaries — all roles
Director of Mental Health Services
Mental Health
$118K
median
$88K
25th %ile
$118K
median
$200K
90th %ile
▲ 5% YoY growth
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Mental Health
$68K
median
$52K
25th %ile
$68K
median
$115K
90th %ile
▲ 5.8% YoY growth
Licensed Therapist (LMFT/LPC)
Mental Health
$62K
median
$48K
25th %ile
$62K
median
$108K
90th %ile
▲ 5.5% YoY growth
Behavioral Therapist (ABA)
Mental Health
$58K
median
$42K
25th %ile
$58K
median
$102K
90th %ile
▲ 8.5% YoY growth
Mental Health Counselor
Mental Health
$56K
median
$42K
25th %ile
$56K
median
$98K
90th %ile
▲ 5.2% YoY growth
Substance Abuse Counselor
Mental Health
$50K
median
$38K
25th %ile
$50K
median
$85K
90th %ile
▲ 6.5% YoY growth
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