High-paying therapy jobs in Des Plaines

Therapy involves helping individuals improve their mental and emotional well-being. Therapists work with clients to address issues through counseling and treatment plans. They need strong communication and empathy skills.


The 1,750 therapy jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $18.65 and $51.27 per hour. Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist and Speech Language Pathologist are among the most popular high-paying roles in Des Plaines, IL.

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Updated Oct 17, 2026
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Des Plaines, IL
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Job openings (Des Plaines)

Physical Therapist

Des Plaines

$51.64 per hour

Illinois

$53.12 per hour

Speech Language Pathologist

Des Plaines

$51.27 per hour

Illinois

$51.70 per hour

Occupational Therapist

Des Plaines

$48.92 per hour

Illinois

$48.86 per hour

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Des Plaines

$46.31 per hour

Illinois

$60.54 per hour

Massage Therapist

Des Plaines

$42.30 per hour

Illinois

$38.13 per hour

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Des Plaines

$31.77 per hour

Illinois

$32.40 per hour

Physical Therapist Assistant

Des Plaines

$62,084 per year

Illinois

$74,289 per year

Registered Behavior Technician

Des Plaines

$23.57 per hour

Illinois

$22.80 per hour

Behavior Technician

Des Plaines

$21.09 per hour

Illinois

$20.56 per hour

Therapist

Des Plaines

$18.65 per hour

Illinois

$29.31 per hour

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