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New laws impacting California therapists in 2016

February 28, 2016January 22, 2016 by Ben Caldwell

2016 update to Basics of California Law for LMFTs, LPCCs, and LCSWs, 3rd edition. Cover image (c) Copyright 2016 Benjamin Caldwell.I’ve put the finishing touches on a booklet to update Basics of California Law for LMFTs, LPCCs, and LCSWs. The booklet addresses new laws impacting master’s level therapists in the state for 2016.

There weren’t enough changes for this year to warrant a whole new edition of the book, but there are a number of new laws worth knowing if you practice in California. The update includes new rules surrounding:

  • License exam restructure
  • Experience restructure for MFTs and PCCs
  • New rules for LPCC treatment of couples and families
  • Gun violence restraining orders
  • Telehealth
  • Substance use violations
  • Education requirements for out-of-state MFT applicants

For more information and to download the update, head over to this page on my site at bencaldwell.com. The download is free, though it’s meant to be used in conjunction with the book (which you can order here). Enjoy!

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  • Exam Prep
    • California LMFT Clinical Exam Prep
    • California LMFT Law & Ethics Exam Prep
    • California LPCC Law & Ethics Exam Prep
    • California LCSW Law & Ethics Exam Prep
  • CE Courses
    • California Law and Ethics 6-Hour for LMFTs, LPCCs, & LCSWs
    • California Law and Ethics for BBS Associates (AMFTs, APCCs, & ASWs) – 2025
    • Telehealth for California LMFTs, LPCCs, and LCSWs
    • Supervision of California BBS Associates
    • Supervision for Clinical Effectiveness
  • Books
    • Basics of California Law for LMFTs, LPCCs, and LCSWs (11th ed)
    • Preparing for the 2025 California MFT Law & Ethics Exam
    • Preparing for the 2025 California Clinical Social Work Law & Ethics Exam
    • Saving Psychotherapy
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