Bill > HB4981

This bill modifies the Public Health Code to update terminology and regulations related to professional counselors, primarily changing references from "limited licensed counselor" to "limited licensed professional counselor" across multiple sections. The bill clarifies definitions and requirements for licensed professional counselors and limited licensed professional counselors, including their scope of practice, supervision requirements, and licensure processes. Key provisions include expanding the definition of counseling practices to include various therapeutic techniques like psychotherapy, diagnostic assessment, behavioral modification, and mental health wellness promotion. The bill also updates language around professional titles, specifying that only authorized individuals can use terms like "licensed professional counselor" (L.P.C.) and "limited licensed professional counselor" (L.L.P.C.). Additionally, the bill maintains existing provisions about confidentiality of client communications, specifying that counselor-client communications remain privileged with limited exceptions, such as child abuse investigations or when client consent is obtained. The changes aim to provide more precise regulatory language and ensure consistent professional standards for counselors in Michigan.

Health and Social Services

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4981