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How much do psychotherapy assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for psychotherapy assistant in the United States is $25.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $27.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Psychotherapy Assistant vs Mental Health Technician?

AspectPsychotherapy AssistantMental Health Technician
Required CredentialsCertificate or associate degree in mental health or related fieldHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certification
Work EnvironmentClinics, mental health facilities, hospitalsHospitals, residential facilities, community clinics
Employer & Industry UsageBehavioral health clinics, outpatient centersHospitals, inpatient units, community agencies
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for roles supporting therapists and patientsCompared for direct patient care in mental health settings

Both roles support mental health treatment but differ mainly in credentials and specific duties. Psychotherapy Assistants typically work closely with therapists in outpatient settings, while Mental Health Technicians often provide direct patient care in inpatient environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Psychotherapy Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Psychotherapy Assistant, you need a background in psychology or a related field, a basic understanding of mental health principles, and often a relevant certification or training in mental health support. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), scheduling software, and confidentiality protocols is typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, active listening, and discretion help you build trust with clients and support therapists effectively. These competencies are crucial for maintaining client confidentiality, ensuring smooth clinic operations, and providing compassionate support to both clients and therapists.

What does a Psychotherapy Assistant do?

A Psychotherapy Assistant supports licensed psychotherapists by assisting with administrative tasks, preparing therapy materials, and sometimes helping to facilitate group sessions or activities. They may also handle scheduling, maintain client records, and ensure that the therapy environment is welcoming and confidential. While they do not provide therapy themselves, their work helps therapists focus on delivering quality care to clients.

What are some common responsibilities of a Psychotherapy Assistant in supporting licensed therapists during client sessions?

Psychotherapy Assistants typically help licensed therapists by preparing session materials, managing appointment schedules, and maintaining confidential client records. They may also assist with intake interviews, help clients complete necessary forms, and ensure a comfortable and welcoming environment. While they do not provide direct therapy, their support allows therapists to focus on client care and enhances the overall efficiency of the practice. Collaboration with therapists, administrative staff, and sometimes clients is a key part of this role.
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Infographic showing various Psychotherapy Assistant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,979 per year, or $25.5 per hour.
Psychological Assistant - Adult Generalist

Psychological Assistant - Adult Generalist

Kaiser Permanente

Antioch, CA • On-site

$50.26/hr

Other

Posted 3 days ago

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Job Summary:

Under the supervision of a licensed Psychologist or board certified Psychiatrist, provides mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment and crisis intervention services for adult and/or child members who present themselves for psychiatric evaluation with a broad range of mental health needs. Under supervision, may collaborate with treating primary care providers and with psychiatric and allied health professional team members to plan and direct each individual patients treatment program.

Essential Responsibilities:


  • Under the supervision of a licensed psychologist or board certified psychiatrist, develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates clinical treatment programs for the diagnosis, treatment, and/or referral of Health Plan members with acute or chronic mental illness. Participates in staff conferences to select, plan, and evaluate treatment programs. Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups. Instructs and counsels patients and their families regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and adherence to prescribed medication regimens, within the scope of practice. May administer specialized therapeutic procedures, as appropriate.  Provides appropriate support to members family. May develop and conducts psychoeducational classes and groups.

  • May conduct psychological assessments, including test administration, interpretation, and recommendations. Prepares intake summaries, treatment plans, and case summaries and maintains ongoing confidential records. Charts members treatment and progress in accord with state and NCQA regulations and in keeping with accepted community standards.

  • Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating patients for psychotropic medications, within the scope of practice. Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of the members treatment. May develop, implements, and evaluates behavioral medicine and health psychology programs in a variety of settings, including primary care. Provides consultation to other care providers and health educators on matters relating to mental health, health psychology and behavioral medicine. Provides clinical supervision to psychology doctoral interns, psychology postdoctoral residents, and other mental health trainees/fellows as necessary.

  • Confers and consults with supervisor regarding members progress and treatment and may consult with psychiatrist as well, if both are involved in members care.

  • May provide appropriate support to members family, including explanation of treatment, instructions in how to support treatment and interventions to increase acceptance of and adherence to treatment, at members request.

  • Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of the members treatment to include referral of the member and/or members family to external resources, as appropriate. Participates in departmental program development, implementation and evaluation.

  • Reports safety concerns to mandated reporting agencies.

Basic Qualifications:
Experience


  • Completion of a psychology doctoral internship - minimum of 1 year (1500 hours).

Education

  • PhD/PsyD/EdD in Clinical, Counseling, Health or School Psychology from an accredited college or university.
License, Certification, Registration
  • Psychologist License (California) within 24 months of hire
  • Psychological Assistant Registration (California) required at hire
Additional Requirements:

  • Once hired as an Assistant, an employee will be offered and must work a schedule that would accumulate at least half the required supervisory hours annually.
  • Must be familiar with DSM-V as a means of diagnosis.
  • Has experience in assessing, diagnosing and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions.
  • Knowledge of Evidence-Based Practice and psychotherapy research methods.
  • Knowledge of the bio-psycho-social functions that contribute to mental health.
  • Accuracy in diagnosing patients and developing effective treatment plans.
  • Competence in individual, family and group psychotherapy.
  • Professional maturity and ethical integrity necessary for assuming professional responsibilities.
  • Commitment to quality of service, teamwork, and participation in a highly interactive multidisciplinary clinic.
  • Ability to complete multiple tasks/objectives in a timely manner.
  • Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations and APA standards as it related to client treatment, patient rights and client/patient confidentiality.
  • Previous clinical responsibilities to include psychological testing, diagnosis, crisis intervention, brief individual and group psychotherapy.
  • Knowledge of psychological testing techniques, administration and interpretation.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership.
  • Upon completion of supervised hours, the employee must obtain state licensure within two (2) years.
Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy.
  • Demonstrated experience in psychological evaluations of adults, children, adolescents, & families, including administering & writing up psychological testing & assessment batteries preferred
  • Demonstrated professional maturity and ethical integrity necessary for assuming professional responsibilities, preferred.
  • Demonstrated commitment to quality of service, teamwork, and participation in a highly interactive multidisciplinary clinic, preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to complete multiple tasks/objectives in a timely manner, preferred
  • Accuracy in diagnosing patients and developing effective treatment plans, preferred
  • Competence in individual, family and group psychotherapy, preferred

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