TEXAS LPC JURISPRUDENCE COMPREHENSIVE
SCRIPT WITH SOLUTIONS
◉ Texas Occupations Code Chapter 503 - Professional Counselors
aka Licensed Professional Counselors Act does NOT allow for...
Answer: practice of medicine, law, counseling for government or
educational institutions, counselor interns, federal employees, social
workers, pastoral counselors, public/private nonprofits, rehab
counselors & music therapists.
◉ Does the Texas occupational code have a separate specialization
for art therapy?
Answer: YES
◉ LPCs are regulated by
Answer: Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors
◉ Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors falls
under
Answer: The Department is State Health Services
◉ Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Counselor implies...
,Answer: the person is licensed, trained, experienced or expert in
counseling & engages in any practice of counseling w/ individuals,
couples, families & groups for compensation.
◉ Counseling treatment intervention means...
Answer: application of cognitive, affective, behavioral,
psychodynamic & systemic counseling strategies including
developmental, wellness & psychological dysfunction that reflect a
pluralistic society.
◉ Can a LPC diagnose or treat a physical condition or D/o?
Answer: No
◉ Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors
consists of...
Answer: 9 members appointed by the governor including 5 LPCs (at
least 3 in private practice & 1 counselor educator) & 4 members of
the public.
◉ How long is a Board members term?
Answer: 6 years w/ the terms of 3 members expiring Feb 1 of each
odd-numbered year
◉ Who adopts & publishes LPC code of ethics?
, Answer: The Board
◉ Who adopts & lists authorized counseling methods & practices?
Answer: The Board
◉ What 3 places does the Board establish consumers receive info on
directing complaints?
Answer: 1-written contracts for services, 2-sign prominently
displayed in the place of business & 3-bill for services provided by
persons regulated by the board.
◉ Can the board request the department issue a subpoena to compel
the attendance of a relevant witness?
Answer: YES
◉ Are formal charges by the board against the holder of the license
confidential?
Answer: No, the nature of charges, disciplinary proceedings & final
disciplinary actions including warnings & reprimands by the board
are subject to disclosure.
◉ Does an LPC have to display their license?
Answer: Yes, in an appropriate in public manner.
SCRIPT WITH SOLUTIONS
◉ Texas Occupations Code Chapter 503 - Professional Counselors
aka Licensed Professional Counselors Act does NOT allow for...
Answer: practice of medicine, law, counseling for government or
educational institutions, counselor interns, federal employees, social
workers, pastoral counselors, public/private nonprofits, rehab
counselors & music therapists.
◉ Does the Texas occupational code have a separate specialization
for art therapy?
Answer: YES
◉ LPCs are regulated by
Answer: Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors
◉ Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors falls
under
Answer: The Department is State Health Services
◉ Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Counselor implies...
,Answer: the person is licensed, trained, experienced or expert in
counseling & engages in any practice of counseling w/ individuals,
couples, families & groups for compensation.
◉ Counseling treatment intervention means...
Answer: application of cognitive, affective, behavioral,
psychodynamic & systemic counseling strategies including
developmental, wellness & psychological dysfunction that reflect a
pluralistic society.
◉ Can a LPC diagnose or treat a physical condition or D/o?
Answer: No
◉ Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors
consists of...
Answer: 9 members appointed by the governor including 5 LPCs (at
least 3 in private practice & 1 counselor educator) & 4 members of
the public.
◉ How long is a Board members term?
Answer: 6 years w/ the terms of 3 members expiring Feb 1 of each
odd-numbered year
◉ Who adopts & publishes LPC code of ethics?
, Answer: The Board
◉ Who adopts & lists authorized counseling methods & practices?
Answer: The Board
◉ What 3 places does the Board establish consumers receive info on
directing complaints?
Answer: 1-written contracts for services, 2-sign prominently
displayed in the place of business & 3-bill for services provided by
persons regulated by the board.
◉ Can the board request the department issue a subpoena to compel
the attendance of a relevant witness?
Answer: YES
◉ Are formal charges by the board against the holder of the license
confidential?
Answer: No, the nature of charges, disciplinary proceedings & final
disciplinary actions including warnings & reprimands by the board
are subject to disclosure.
◉ Does an LPC have to display their license?
Answer: Yes, in an appropriate in public manner.
