High-paying therapy jobs in Durham

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 770 therapy jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $24.32 and $47.01 per hour. Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Physical Therapist and Registered Behavior Technician are among the most popular high-paying roles in Durham, NC.

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Updated Oct 23, 2026
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Durham, NC
North Carolina
Job openings (Durham)

Physical Therapist

Durham

$51.57 per hour

North Carolina

$69.89 per hour

Occupational Therapist

Durham

$48.03 per hour

North Carolina

$44.89 per hour

Speech Language Pathologist

Durham

$47.01 per hour

North Carolina

$48.68 per hour

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Durham

$97,432 per year

North Carolina

$97,442 per year

Massage Therapist

Durham

$39.19 per hour

North Carolina

$43.31 per hour

Physical Therapist Assistant

Durham

$1,394 per week

North Carolina

$1,334 per week

Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst

Durham

$71,178 per year

North Carolina

$81,849 per year

Therapist

Durham

$30.84 per hour

North Carolina

$28.80 per hour

Registered Behavior Technician

Durham

$24.32 per hour

North Carolina

$24.17 per hour

Behavior Technician

Durham

$21.76 per hour

North Carolina

$21.04 per hour

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