Can You Start a Private Practice With Your Current Therapist License?
Your license type determines whether you can practice independently, need supervision, or should join a group practice first. Start with your state board and then build the rest of the setup plan around the answer.
LCSW / LICSW / LISW
Check your state-specific license rules for independent practice, supervision, title use, renewal, and documentation requirements before starting.
LSW / LMSW / associate social worker
Check your state-specific license rules for independent practice, supervision, title use, renewal, and documentation requirements before starting.
LCPC / LPC / LPCC
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Associate counselor licenses
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LMFT
Check your state-specific license rules for independent practice, supervision, title use, renewal, and documentation requirements before starting.
Associate MFT licenses
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Clinical psychologist
Check your state-specific license rules for independent practice, supervision, title use, renewal, and documentation requirements before starting.
Psychiatric nurse practitioner
Check your state-specific license rules for independent practice, supervision, title use, renewal, and documentation requirements before starting.
Intern / trainee / post-degree candidate
Check your state-specific license rules for independent practice, supervision, title use, renewal, and documentation requirements before starting.
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Once you know you are eligible to start, Bomi can help with the credentialing and billing path.
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