How to Become an Approved Clinical Supervisor in New York: A Guide for LMHCs
Becoming an approved clinical supervisor in New York is a significant step for Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs) aiming to mentor emerging professionals and enhance their own practice. While New York State does not mandate specific clinical supervision training for LMHCs, pursuing such training can bolster your qualifications, especially if you aspire to attain national credentials like the Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) designation.
🗽 New York LMHC Clinical Supervision Requirements
To supervise Mental Health Counselor Limited Permit holders or candidates gaining hours toward licensure, you must:
Hold a valid New York LMHC license.
Be registered and in good standing with the New York State Education Department.
Demonstrate professional competence in mental health counseling.
Provide structured, in-person individual or group supervision (at least 1 hour per week or 4 hours per month).
Not supervise more than five permit holders at one time.
Avoid conflicts of interest (no personal/family relationships with supervisees).
📄 Source: Mental Health Counseling Application Packet (MHC-APA, Appendix A)
📌 Important Note: New York does not require clinical supervisors to complete supervision-specific continuing education (CE) hours for approval or renewal. However, professional training is highly recommended for skill development and credentialing.
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