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DATA PROFILE · 2024

Clinical and Counseling Psychologists salary in Connecticut

Median, range, employment, and 10-year outlook from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, with skills and task data from O*NET. Cost-of-living adjustment from BEA Regional Price Parities.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 27, 2026

2024 wage data not published for clinical and counseling psychologists in Connecticut

The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage estimates when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish a figure without revealing individual firm pay. The privacy redaction happens upstream, before the data reaches us.

BLS still reports an estimated 660 workers in this role in Connecticut in 2024.

Use national figures and adjacent states below as a reference, or check BLS confidentiality rules for context.

Salary distribution

Where Connecticut clinical and counseling psychologists fall on the wage curve.

Distribution not available

The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage percentiles for this occupation and state when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish without revealing individual firm pay. National figures and adjacent states below remain a useful reference.

By seniority

Clinical and Counseling Psychologists pay by experience level in Connecticut

Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.

Wage trend

Median annual wage in Connecticut over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.

Not enough history to render a trend yet. Check back after the next refresh.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Doctoral or professional degree

  • Experience

    Internship/residency

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Therapy and Counseling

    Knowledge

    5.0 / 5
  • Psychology

    Knowledge

    5.0 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.6 / 5
  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    4.5 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.5 / 5
  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.4 / 5
  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    4.4 / 5
  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.4 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Interact with clients to assist them in gaining insight, defining goals, and planning action to achieve effective personal, social, educational, or vocational development and adjustment.

  2. 02

    Conduct assessments of patients' risk for harm to self or others.

  3. 03

    Counsel individuals, groups, or families to help them understand problems, deal with crisis situations, define goals, and develop realistic action plans.

  4. 04

    Write reports on clients and maintain required paperwork.

  5. 05

    Collect information about individuals or clients, using interviews, case histories, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.

  6. 06

    Document patient information including session notes, progress notes, recommendations, and treatment plans.

  7. 07

    Develop and implement individual treatment plans, specifying type, frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy.

  8. 08

    Use a variety of treatment methods, such as psychotherapy, hypnosis, behavior modification, stress reduction therapy, psychodrama, or play therapy.

10-year outlook

Growth 2024 → 2034

+11.1%

Projected annual openings

BLS outlook

Growing much faster than average

Source: BLS Employment Projections, 20242034 cycle.

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Top metros in Connecticut

Metro-level salary data for clinical and counseling psychologists in major Connecticut metropolitan areas.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Clinical and Counseling Psychologists a growing field?
BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 11.1% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
What education is required for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Doctoral or professional degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.