How Much Does a Mental Health Counselor Make? Mental Health Counselors made a median salary of $55,960 in 2023. The best-paid 25% made $74,810 that year, while the lowest-paid 25% made $43,750.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 11.6% employment growth for mental health counselors between 2023 and 2033. In that period, an estimated 14,400 jobs should open up. Mental health ...