Become an Approved Clinical Supervisor in Massachusetts: A Guide for LMHCs
If you're a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Massachusetts and want to supervise rising professionals, it’s essential to understand the state’s requirements for becoming an Approved Clinical Supervisor. This guide outlines the steps to qualify and how Telehealth Certification Institute (TCI) can help you meet both regulatory and professional development needs.
🧾 Massachusetts Requirements to Become a Clinical Supervisor
To qualify as an Approved Clinical Supervisor for LMHCs in Massachusetts, you must:
✅ Hold a Valid License in One of the Following:
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Licensed Psychologist with Health Services Provider Certification
Licensed Physician with a subspecialization in psychiatry
Licensed Nurse Practitioner with a subspecialization in psychiatry
✅ Meet Post-Licensure Experience Requirements:
At least three years of full-time (or equivalent part-time) post-licensure clinical mental health counseling experience.
Source: 262 CMR 2.02: Definitions
🔄 Continuing Education (CE) Requirements for License Renewal
To maintain licensure, LMHCs in Massachusetts must complete:
30 contact hours of CE every two years
Recommended Topics (Not Mandatory but Encouraged):
3 hours in Ethics
3 hours in Anti-Discrimination
3 hours in Supervision training (for those supervising clinical work of students, interns, or others)
📄Source: Board Policy No. 2020-01
✅ How TCI Supports Your Journey
The Telehealth Certification Institute (TCI) offers a range of courses and resources to help you meet Massachusetts' requirements:
Recommended Courses
30-hour Clinical Supervision Training Bundle: This bundle is designed for counselors who want to qualify as clinical supervisors or strengthen their supervision skills. It aligns with many of the topics recommended by the Massachusetts Board, supporting comprehensive professional development for license renewal.
Clinical Supervision CE Courses: We offer a wide range of online supervision CE courses for Massachusetts LMHCs to meet license renewal requirements and enhance clinical supervision skills.
Clinical Supervision Certificate Program (CSC): This advanced certificate is ideal for counselors seeking in-depth training or preparing for the CCE’s Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) credential. Covers ethics, supervisory models, multicultural competencies, and applied practice.
💬Join Our Free Clinical Supervision Forum
Every other month, TCI hosts a free Clinical Supervision Forum—a live webinar series to keep you informed, connected, and engaged with best practices in supervision nationwide.
🌟 Benefits of Training with TCI
Expert-Led Courses: Learn from experienced professionals in the field of mental health and telehealth.
Flexible Learning Options: Access self-paced online courses that fit your schedule.
Accredited Programs: Courses approved by recognized entities like NBCC, ensuring they meet state requirements.
Community Engagement: Join a network of professionals through forums and live events.
📞 Take the Next Step
Ready to become an approved clinical supervisor in Massachusetts?
Explore our courses and resources to start your journey:
Empower your career—and the future of the profession—with TCI’s trusted training and community support.