How to become a therapist in New York.
New York uses LMHC for counselors and issues limited permits for supervised practice before licensure. New York is not in the Counseling Compact or PSYPACT as of review.
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License titles
- Counselors
- LMHC
- Social workers
- LCSW
- MFTs
- LMFT
- Psychologists
- Licensed Psychologist
- Supervised tier
- Limited permit holder
Counseling Compact
Not a member
PSYPACT
Not a member
Social Work Compact
Not enacted
We reviewed compact membership on 2026-08-14. Each compact sets its own eligibility rules, so confirm with the compact commission and your board before you rely on a privilege.
New York licensing questions
- Who licenses therapists in New York?
- New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions. Each board publishes its own hours, exam, and fee schedule.
- What are the license titles in New York?
- Counselors: LMHC. Social workers: LCSW. Marriage and family therapists: LMFT. Psychologists: Licensed Psychologist. Supervised tier: Limited permit holder.
- Is New York in the Counseling Compact or PSYPACT?
- New York is not in the Counseling Compact as of 2026-08-14. New York is not in PSYPACT as of 2026-08-14.
- Does Emora work with clinicians in New York?
- Not yet. We open new states each quarter. Apply now and you will hear from us first when New York opens.
Licensed in New York? We are coming.
We open new states each quarter. Apply now and you will hear from us first when New York opens.