Licensure Requirements

[Lightshipclear]

I live in Virginia. I know that there is a licensing requirement for people to practice as mental health therapists such as psychologist, psychiatrists, clinical social workers and such. I am looking into becoming a guided imagery therapist. As far as I know, Viginia does not require a license for this. Does anyone have any information to the contrary? Before I spend money on courses, supplies (ie a music bed library) and equipment I would like to know if I need to aquire any kind of license to practice in Virginia.What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)?What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)?

 

[justalayman]

a guided imagery therapist

You might try explaining what this is and what you do during this "treatment".

 

[Zigner]

http://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/tc/guided-imagery-topic-overview

 

[justalayman]

so, basically it would be nothing more "medical" than a yoga or TM instructor? Maybe even less?