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Derek Leighton

Psychotherapist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Lpc National Certified Counselor

mental health Austin, TX Www.Leightontherapy.Com
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
21 years at Www.Leightontherapy.Com
Gender
Male
Connections
275
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Derek Leighton is one of them.
  • 3,824 mental health professionals are based in TX (out of 101,236 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • Typical mental health compensation in TX: $38,000 – $96,000 (median $56,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of mental health professionals in TX: Sole Proprietor (260), Private Practice (59), U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs (55).
  • 6% of mental health professionals in TX hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 84% of mental health professionals in TX have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Texas State University - San Marcos
2005
University of Texas - Austin
Skills
Emdr Psychotherapy Relationship Coach Sexual Identity Sexual Trauma Post Traumatic Stress Glbt Issues Family Therapy Couples Counseling Group Therapy Clinical Supervision Treatment Of Depression Panic Attacks Anxiety Disorders Consultation Life Coaching Quality Assurance Project Management Program Management Software Development Team Building Leadership Business Process Management Stress Management
About Www.Leightontherapy.Com
Employees
1000 to 4999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Professional Overview

Derek Leighton is a Psychotherapist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Lpc National Certified Counselor, currently affiliated with Www.Leightontherapy.Com, based in Austin, TX. As a mental health, Leighton contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Austin, TX. They have been with Www.Leightontherapy.Com for 21 years. Leighton holds academic credentials from Texas State University - San Marcos and University of Texas - Austin. Core competencies include Emdr, Psychotherapy, Relationship Coach, Sexual Identity, Sexual Trauma. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit mental health professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to mental health specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Austin, TX healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Derek Leighton located?
Derek Leighton is based in Austin, TX. They are currently affiliated with Www.Leightontherapy.Com.
What is Derek Leighton's specialty?
Derek Leighton specializes in mental health. Their current role is Psychotherapist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Lpc National Certified Counselor.
Where does Derek Leighton currently work?
Derek Leighton currently works at Www.Leightontherapy.Com. They have been there for 21 years.
What is Derek Leighton's educational background?
Derek Leighton attended Texas State University - San Marcos and University of Texas - Austin.
How do I contact Derek Leighton for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a mental health professional?
Recruiting mental health professionals typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for mental health professionals across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a mental health professional in TX?
mental health professionals in TX typically earn $38,000 to $96,000 annually, with a median of $56,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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