Supervision Questions LPC
Staff prefer you use the online supervision management tool. A “How-To” guide is available here.
Submit the Supervised Experience Documentation Form, available on the BHEC Forms webpage, within 30 days of completing supervision. Please note that the supervisee must remain under your supervision until their full LPC license has been officially issued by the Board.
No, you simply need to update the supervision file as listed in “How-To” guide is available TAC §681.93..
No, the Council does not collect this information.
An LPC Associate can have up to two Board approved supervisors at a time.
Per Texas regulations, LPC Associates must receive a minimum of four (4) hours of supervision each month. These hours can be divided and scheduled throughout the month in a way that is mutually agreed upon by the associate and the approved supervisor.
Supervisors are required to maintain a written record that includes the following:
1. A signed and dated copy of the Council's Supervisory Agreement Form for each of the LPC Associate's supervisors
2. A copy of the LPC Associate's online license verification
3. Documentation of fees charged and records of payment
4. The date of each supervisory session
5. Written approval from the supervisor for any leave of one month or more taken by the LPC Associate
6. A record of any concerns discussed with the LPC Associate, including a written remediation plan if applicable
7. Acknowledgment that the LPC Associate is self-employed, if applicable
These requirements are outlined in the Board's rules. Additionally, the Board recommends that LPC Associates also keep a personal copy of all supervision-related records.
Yes, an LPC Associate can request a copy of their file. Supervisors should maintain accurate records and provide copies when asked.
If the required supervised experience hours are not completed on time, the LPC Associate must reapply for licensure and meet all the current requirements in effect at the time of reapplication. Any experience hours already completed will carry over and count toward the new license. Associates should ensure the board approved supervisor submits the Supervised Experience Documentation Form.
If a supervisor believes that an LPC Associate may lack the necessary counseling skills or competence, the supervisor must create and implement a remediation plan. This plan must be reviewed and signed by the LPC Associate and kept in their supervision file. The documentation does not need to be submitted to the Board unless the supervisor is submitting the Supervised Experience Documentation/Upgrade Form.
Yes. Once your application for supervisor status is approved, a new license certificate will be mailed to the address you have on file with the Board.
