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Committee hears concerns from counselors’ groups about Counseling Compact despite sponsor support

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Summary

Representative (sponsor) introduced House Bill 4591 to admit Michigan into the Counseling Compact, which would allow licensed professional counselors from member states to practice in Michigan both in person and via telehealth.

Representative (sponsor) introduced House Bill 4591 to admit Michigan into the Counseling Compact, which would allow licensed professional counselors (LPCs) from member states to practice in Michigan both in person and via telehealth.

Why it matters: Supporters said the compact can increase access to mental-health services, especially for underserved communities and military families; counseling professional organizations urged caution and said they need more information before taking a formal position.

Testimony highlights

Carol Berger, a licensed professional counselor in private practice and secretary of the Michigan Mental Health Counselor Association (MMHCA),…

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