Certified Counselor Jobs in Fairhope, AL

A Certified Counselor in the mental health industry provides professional counseling services to a variety of clients, offering therapeutic support for mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and other psychological disorders. Their main role involves conducting comprehensive assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, and facilitating therapeutic sessions to help clients manage their conditions, improve their mental wellbeing, and enhance their overall quality of life. These professionals may work in various settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, educational institutions, private practice, and more.

To become a Certified Counselor, one must possess a master's degree in counseling or a related field, complete a certain number of supervised clinical hours, and pass a state licensing exam. Important skills in this profession include active listening, empathy, strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and excellent communication abilities. Prior to becoming a Certified Counselor, an individual might have roles such as a Mental Health Technician, Substance Abuse Counselor, or a Social Worker. In these positions, they can gain crucial experience in providing support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges, which will be invaluable in their future counseling career.

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Alabama Mental Health Therapist (Telehealth)

  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 60+ days ago

SonderMind is a leading mental health care platform revolutionizing therapy services. We are seeking compassionate, highly skilled, licensed mental health therapists to join our expanding network....

Mental Health Therapist

  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Health Connect America and its affiliate brands are leaders in providing mental and behavioral health services to children, families, and adults across the nation....

Mental Health Therapist

  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 8 days ago

Flexible Scheduling - Provide mental health care on your time, whether thats during the day, evenings, or on the weekend....

Remote Mental Health Therapist Increased Pay Rates

  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 16 days ago

Flexible Scheduling - Provide mental health care on your time, whether thats during the day, evenings, or on the weekend....

Remote Work

Licensed Mental Health Counselor / Therapist (New Pay Rates)

  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Flexible Scheduling - Provide mental health care on your time, whether thats during the day, evenings, or on the weekend....

Therapist Acute (Child & Adolescent)

  • Daphne, AL (8 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Daphne, AL (8 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications Master's degree in a mental health discipline....

Hybrid - Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician LICSW, LMFT, LMHC

  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Primary Responsibilities: Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance abuse disorders Provide treatment for mental health conditions using various approaches including cognitive...

Therapist, AOT

  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 7 days ago

Overview An Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) Therapist works with individuals court-ordered to receive mental health treatment in the community....

Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician LICSW, LMFT, LMHC

  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 14 days ago

We’re revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system....

Therapist Acute (Daphne)

  • Daphne, AL (8 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Daphne, AL (8 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

Qualifications Masters degree in a mental health discipline....

Therapist, School Based 9 Month (Baldwin)

  • Fairhope, AL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fairhope, AL
  • 90+ days ago

CEU's), if applicable, and attends regular workshops and in-services Qualifications Master's degree in a mental health discipline....

Licensed Clinician - LPC, LMHC, LICSW, LMFT

  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

We’re revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system....

Therapist, Childrens Outpatient (Fairhope)

  • Fairhope, AL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fairhope, AL
  • 45+ days ago

CEU's), if applicable, and attends regular workshops and in-services Qualifications Master's degree in a mental health discipline....

Therapist, Licensed (BayView Outpatient)

  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

The Bayview Therapist utilizes best practice clinical interventions to address both mental health and substance abuse problems....

Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor (LPMHC)

  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Mobile, AL (18 miles from Fairhope, AL)
  • 60+ days ago

Education: Hold a master's or doctoral degree in: Clinical Mental Health Counseling; Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling; Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling; or...

Demographic Data for Fairhope, AL

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Salary for Certified Counselor Jobs in Fairhope, AL

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Highest Education Level

Certified Counselors in Fairhope, AL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.0%
Bachelor's Degree
19.5%
Doctorate Degree
10.9%
Associate's Degree
3.4%
High School or GED
2.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
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 Counselors in Fairhope, AL
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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