New Hampshire Counseling Jurisprudence Examination – Practice Questions and Correct Answers with Rationales | 2026/2027

New Hampshire Counseling Jurisprudence Examination – Practice Questions and Correct Answers with Rationales | 2026/2027 Description: This comprehensive revision set contains 200 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) covering the New Hampshire Counseling Jurisprudence Examination. It addresses the RSA 330-A statutes, Mhp administrative rules, ethical standards, confidentiality requirements, supervision expectations, and scope of practice for clinical mental health counselors. Each question includes a correct answer marked with and a rationale to reinforce understanding for the 2026/2027 examination cycle. Keywords: New Hampshire Counseling Jurisprudence, RSA 330-A, Mhp Rules, LCMHC, Clinical Mental Health Counselor, confidentiality, dual relationships, informed consent, mandatory reporting, Board of Mental Health Practice, scope of practice, supervision, telehealth, ethics code. Section 1: Board of Mental Health Practice & Licensing Authority Q1. Which New Hampshire state agency is responsible for regulating the practice of clinical mental health counselors? A. New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services B. New Hampshire Board of Mental Health Practice C. New Hampshire Psychological Association D. American Counseling Association Correct Answer: B Rationale: The New Hampshire Board of Mental Health Practice oversees licensure, scope of practice, and discipline for counselors and other mental health professionals under RSA 330-A . Q2. Under RSA 330-A, how many members serve on the Board of Mental Health Practice? A. 5 members B. 7–9 members C. 10–12 members D. 3 members Correct Answer: B Rationale: Mhp 103.01 specifies that the board shall consist of 7–9 members appointed by governor and council, meeting eligibility requirements under RSA 330-A:3 . Q3. How frequently does the Board of Mental Health Practice generally meet? A. Weekly B. Monthly except August C. Quarterly D. Twice per year Correct Answer: B Rationale: Mhp 103.04 states the board shall generally meet monthly except August, and at additional times as called by the chairperson or by board vote . Q4. What is the purpose of the New Hampshire Board of Mental Health Practice according to Mhp 101.01? A. Promoting counselors' business interests B. Protecting the public receiving mental health services C. Setting insurance reimbursement rates D. Accrediting university counseling programs Correct Answer: B Rationale: Mhp 101.01 states the rules implement statutory responsibilities including "protecting the public receiving mental health services not limited by geographic boundary or technology used" . Q5. What is the mailing address for the New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure & Certification (OPLC) for mental health applications? A. 121 South Fruit Street, Concord, NH B. 7 Eagle Square, Concord, NH 03301 C. 1 Granite Place, Concord, NH D. 25 Capitol Street, Concord, NH Correct Answer: B Rationale: The OPLC application page lists the mailing address as Office of Professional Licensure & Certification, 7 Eagle Square, Concord, NH 03301 . Q6. Which of the following professionals is NOT regulated by the New Hampshire Board of Mental Health Practice? A. Clinical Mental Health Counselors B. Marriage and Family Therapists C. Psychologists D. Pastoral Psychotherapists Correct Answer: C Rationale: The Board of Mental Health Practice licenses Clinical Mental Health Counselors, Clinical Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists, Pastoral Psychotherapists, School Social Workers, Social Workers, and Social Work Associates. Psychologists are regulated separately . Q7. What is the primary statutory chapter governing mental health practice in New Hampshire? A. RSA 310-A B. RSA 330-A C. RSA 135-C D. RSA 541-A Correct Answer: B Rationale: RSA 330-A is the statutory chapter for Mental Health Practice in New Hampshire, establishing the board, licensure requirements, and scope of practice . Q8. Where is the Board of Mental Health Practice office physically located? A. Manchester, NH B. Nashua, NH C. Concord, NH D. Portsmouth, NH Correct Answer: C Rationale: The board's office is located at the Philbrook Building, 121 South Fruit Street, Concord, NH 03301, and its mailing address is through OPLC at 7 Eagle Square, Concord . Q9. What is the telephone number for the Board of Mental Health Practice? A. (603) 271-2152 B. (603) 224-5300