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Counselor, Mental Health License in Louisiana

Quick Answer

To obtain a Counselor, Mental Health in Louisiana, review the requirements from Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals~State of Louisiana Licensed Professional Counselors.

Background Check
Required

Requirements

Counselor, Mental Health license in Louisiana

bronze
Education
Degree required
Exam
Third-party exam required
Background Check
Background check required
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
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Licensing Agency

Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals~State of Louisiana Licensed Professional Counselors

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Counselor, Mental Health in Louisiana.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Degree required

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    Background check required

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    Third-party exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.