Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, & Marriage and Family Therapist Board

Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, & Marriage and Family Therapist Board State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapy Board.

08/18/2026

Licensees have contacted us about calls and emails they have received to update their information with the Board, an insurer, or other public agency. Please be cautious in responding to any information request. If the email or caller claims to be from this Board, please contact us to determine if the request is legitimate.

07/31/2026

🚨 The Counseling Compact has officially gone live in Arkansas, marking another significant milestone in expanding access to mental health care! Arkansas is the seventh state to grant privileges, joining Arizona, Minnesota, Ohio, Louisiana, Georgia and Indiana.

Across the country, 32 additional states and the District of Columbia are actively completing the steps needed to begin issuing and receiving privileges under the Counseling Compact.

Apply here: https://bit.ly/4u2GhBm
Read the full press release: https://bit.ly/4fIbOmy

06/06/2026

Counseling Compact privileges will be live in Indiana on Monday, June 8, at 1 pm EDT!

We are excited that licensed Counselors living in Indiana will be eligible to earn Compact privileges in the other active states. These currently include Arizona, Georgia, Louisiana, Minnesota, and Ohio. Save this link to apply for privileges: https://counselingcompact.gov/apply-or-verify/.

06/02/2026

🚨 The Counseling Compact has officially gone live in Georgia, marking another significant milestone in expanding access to mental health care! Georgia is the fifth state to grant privileges, joining Arizona, Minnesota, Ohio and Louisiana.

Across the country, 33 additional states and the District of Columbia are actively completing the steps needed to begin issuing and receiving privileges under the Counseling Compact.

Apply here: https://bit.ly/4u2GhBm
Read the full press release: https://bit.ly/4o6lN8W

04/30/2026

What can you call yourself as a licensed professional in Ohio? The CSWMFT Board often receives questions about job titles and how to describe services. Using titles that don't exist in Ohio law can lead to confusion about your qualifications, so it's important to stick to your official license title. You can always explain your services and specializations in your profile or marketing materials.
Trainees must use the titles Counselor Trainee, Social Worker Trainee, or Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee. Students who aren't registered trainees may use other titles, as long as they don't imply licensure.
A few reminders: Ohio does not have an LMSW license, and MFT/IMFT titles in Ohio do not include the word "Licensed," even though some states use it. LPCCs should also be sure to include the "L" in their title.
Clear, accurate titles help ensure the public understands your role and credentials.

04/20/2026

Today, Louisiana has become the fourth state in the nation to begin issuing privileges under the Counseling Compact, marking another significant milestone in expanding access to professional counseling services across state lines.

Independently licensed Counselors from Arizona, Minnesota, and Ohio interested in practicing in Louisiana under the Compact, and Louisiana Counselors interested in practicing in Arizona, Minnesota, and Ohio, can visit www.counselingcompact.gov for more information and the application link.

04/20/2026

🚨 Let the Good Times Roll! The Counseling Compact has officially gone live in Louisiana, marking another significant milestone in expanding access to mental health care! Louisiana is the fourth state to grant privileges, joining Arizona, Minnesota and Ohio.

Across the country, 34 additional states and the District of Columbia are actively completing the steps needed to begin issuing and receiving privileges under the Counseling Compact.

Apply here: https://bit.ly/4u2GhBm
Read the full press release: https://bit.ly/3ORgdtN

04/17/2026

Thinking about moving out of state or working with clients who relocate? The CSWMFT Board offers helpful guidance for professionals navigating these transitions. Licensees can request a verification through their License dashboard, though many states now rely on online verification-just as Ohio does when reviewing incoming applicants.
Because every state has its own licensure rules, the Board cannot provide specific guidance or grant permission to practice elsewhere. The same applies to clients who move overseas; Ohio licensees cannot be authorized to provide services outside Ohio's jurisdiction.
If you're planning a move or supporting a client who is relocating, be sure to check with the licensing board in the destination state and consider your ethical responsibilities. Clients should be informed of any limitations or risks when services cross jurisdictional boundaries.

04/03/2026

Not currently using your license? That's okay. The CSWMFT Board does not require licensees to be actively practicing in order to keep their license. As long as you meet renewal requirements every two years, you may continue to hold your license without issue.
If you're thinking about retiring, the Board does not have a "retired" status or a way to close a license. You can continue renewing, request inactive escrow status, or simply let the license expire if you no longer need it.
And for those in private practice, remember: you must keep client records for at least seven years after the last session, even if you leave the field.

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