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Therapist Careers

Physical, occupational, mental health, speech — every therapy specialty, with credentials and pay.

Therapy spans physical rehabilitation, mental health counselling, speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, and more. Credentials and licensure vary by state and specialty.

40 careers in this collection

Compare therapist paths by typical caseload, setting (clinic, school, hospital, private practice), and earning ceiling. Each profession has its own scope of practice and required degree — most are master's-level entry, with doctoral options for advancement.
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Psychedelic Integration Therapist

Growing

Provide integration therapy for psychedelic experiences

Up to $300k
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Psilocybin Therapist Oregon

Growing

Licensed OR/CO psilocybin therapy

Up to $245k
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Family Therapist (LMFT)

Growing

Practice as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Up to $180k
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Gene Therapy Scientist

Growing

Shape the future in one of the fastest-growing career paths of the decade

Up to $180k
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Sports Physical Therapist

Growing

Rehab athletes from injury back to performance

Up to $180k
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EMDR Therapist

Growing

Trauma processing therapy

Up to $165k🏠 Remote-friendly
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Equine-Assisted Therapist

Growing

Provide therapy with horses

Up to $150k
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Hypnotherapist

Growing

Practice hypnotherapy with clients

Up to $150k🏠 Remote-friendly
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Radiation Therapists

Growing

Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiation oncologist according to established practices and standards.

Up to $137k
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Radiation Therapist

Growing

Deliver radiation treatment to cancer patients

Up to $135k
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Yoga Therapist IAYT

Growing

Therapeutic yoga for conditions

Up to $135k🏠 Remote-friendly
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Craniosacral Therapist

Growing

Provide craniosacral therapy

Up to $130k
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Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT)

Growing

A healthcare professional specializing in couples and family systems therapy.

Up to $130k
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Therapist/Counselor

Growing

Help people navigate life's challenges and build mental resilience through professional counseling

Up to $130k🏠 Remote-friendly✨ Bright Outlook
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Low Vision Therapists, Orientation and Mobility Specialists, and Vision Rehabilitation Therapists

Growing

Provide therapy to patients with visual impairments to improve their functioning in daily life activities.

Up to $130k
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Art Therapists

Growing

Plan or conduct art therapy sessions or programs to improve clients' physical, cognitive, or emotional well-being.

Up to $125k
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Physical Therapist

Growing

Restore movement and reduce pain through evidence-based rehabilitation

Up to $120k✨ Bright Outlook
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Physical Therapist (PT)

Growing

A healthcare professional specializing in musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation.

Up to $120k
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Art Therapist

Growing

Practice art therapy in clinical and community settings

Up to $110k
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Occupational Therapist

Growing

Help patients regain independence in daily activities after injury or illness

Up to $110k✨ Bright Outlook
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Occupational Therapist (OT)

Growing

A healthcare professional specializing in daily-living function and adaptation.

Up to $110k
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Outdoor Adventure Therapist

Growing

Lead clinical adventure-based therapy programs

Up to $110k
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Speech Therapist

Growing

Diagnose and treat communication and swallowing disorders across all ages

Up to $105k✨ Bright Outlook
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Marriage and Family Therapists

Growing

Diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral, within the context of marriage and family systems.

Up to $105k
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Respiratory Therapist

Growing

A healthcare professional specializing in respiratory care in hospitals and clinics.

Up to $104k
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Respiratory Therapists

Growing

Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders.

Up to $104k
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Dance Therapist

Growing

Practice dance/movement therapy

Up to $100k
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Physiotherapist

Growing

Rehabilitate patients through movement therapy restoring function and reducing pain

Up to $100k✨ Bright Outlook
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Recreational Therapists

Growing

Plan, direct, or coordinate medically-approved recreation programs for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, or other institutions.

Up to $92k
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Occupational Therapy Assistants

Growing

Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures.

Up to $89k
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Physical Therapist Assistants

Growing

Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures.

Up to $89k
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Occupational Therapy Assistant

Growing

Deliver OT treatment under the direction of an Occupational Therapist

Up to $85k
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Physical Therapist Assistant

Growing

Deliver PT treatment plans under PT supervision

Up to $85k
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Music Therapist

Growing

Use music interventions to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of clients

Up to $80k✨ Bright Outlook
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Wilderness Therapy Guide

Growing

Lead therapeutic wilderness programs for at-risk youth integrating outdoor skills and counseling

Up to $78k
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Occupational Therapy Aides

Growing

Under close supervision of an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant, perform only delegated, selected, or routine tasks in specific situations.

Up to $69k
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Massage Therapist

Growing

Heal through touch by relieving pain, reducing stress, and improving mobility through therapeutic massage techniques

Up to $65k✨ Bright Outlook
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Wilderness Therapy Field Staff

Growing

Lead wilderness therapy programs for youth

Up to $60k
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Aromatherapist

Growing

Promote healing and wellbeing through the therapeutic use of essential oils and plant-based treatments

Up to $55k✨ Bright Outlook
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Physical Therapist Aides

Growing

Under close supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapy assistant, perform only delegated, selected, or routine tasks in specific situations.

Up to $44k

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