Becoming a Licensed Counselor in West Virginia

Ohio applicants, please note, the “Ohio LPCC” is equivalent to the “LPC” licensure in WV. If you are licensed as an LPC in Ohio, it is equivalent to the Provisionally Licensed Counselor in WV, which means supervision requirements have not been completed. Ohio LPC applicants will need to submit the standard LPC application for licensure.

Furthering the transparency in counseling services, we also wish to clarify the discussion around medication used in the scope of professional counseling. While Licensed Professional Counselors can provide guidance on the psychological aspects of disorders such as ADHD, they are not permitted to prescribe medication, like Strattera, which is often used as part of ADHD treatment plans. Strattera is typically prescribed by a psychiatrist or a pediatrician. However, a counselor can collaborate with these healthcare providers to ensure a holistic approach to mental health support for their clients.