Mental Health Counselor Supervisors in District Of Columbia
Find Mental Health Counselor Supervisors in District Of Columbia. Browse Licensed Supervisors for LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCs, LMHCs, and other mental health professionals by specialty and supervision format.
Supervision Formats Allowed in District Of Columbia
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Counseling (LPC / LMHC)
Your 200 required supervision hours must be in person with your supervisor physically present; video only counts for day-to-day availability, not supervision hours.
- 200 hours immediate supervision; 100 must be individual
- At least 1 supervision hour per 35 hours worked
- 100 hours must be with a licensed professional counselor
DC Board of Professional Counseling · 17 DCMR §§ 6603.1(c), 6699; § 9102.2
Social Work (LCSW)
Your required immediate supervision (1 hour per 32 practice hours) must be in person; video and phone count only for daily check-ins, not supervision hours.
- 1 hour immediate supervision per 32 hours of practice
- 3,000 hours over 2–4 years under an LICSW
- Off-site supervisor 2+ days a week needs a written contract
DC Board of Social Work · 17 DCMR §§ 7012.8, 7012.9, 7099; D.C. Code § 3-1208.04; Board Policy 25-001
Marriage & Family Therapy (LMFT)
Your MFT supervision must be in-person, face-to-face meetings with your supervisor, so video sessions don't count toward the required supervisory contact hours.
- 1 supervision hour per 20 direct client contact hours
- At least monthly face-to-face discussions with supervisor
- 2,000 supervised hours, 1,000 in-person direct client contact
DC Board of Professional Counseling (regulates MFT since July 19, 2024) · 17 DCMR §§ 7703.3, 7799; D.C. Code § 3-1202.13
Psychology
At least 10% of your practice hours must be under in-person supervision; otherwise your supervisor must be reachable and able to get on site within two hours.
At least 10% of supervised practice hours must be under in-person supervision.
- 10% of the 4,000 hours under in-person immediate supervision
- Primary supervisor must be a DC-licensed psychologist
- Supervisor must be able to get on site within 2 hours
DC Board of Psychology · 17 DCMR §§ 6902.1(c), 6902.5, 6911.1, 6911.6, 6999
For guidance only, not legal advice. Rules change, so confirm with your state board. Last verified Oct 2026.
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About Mental Health Counselors in District Of Columbia
Mental Health Counselor Supervisors provide the clinical oversight required for LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCs, LMHCs, and other mental health professionals to advance toward full licensure. District Of Columbia's state licensing board defines the required supervision hours, Supervisor qualifications, and documentation standards.
Mental Health Counselors FAQs — District Of Columbia
How do I find a Mental Health Counselor Supervisor in District Of Columbia?
On Find A Supervisor, filter by license type and state to find Mental Health Counselor Supervisors in District Of Columbia. Review their profiles for experience, specialty, format, and fees before reaching out.
What are the supervision requirements for mental health counselors in District Of Columbia?
Mental health counselor supervision requirements vary by state. The District Of Columbia licensing board defines the required number of supervised hours, Supervisor qualifications, and documentation standards. Check with your state board for the most current rules.
Do supervision requirements vary by state for mental health counselors?
Yes. Each state sets its own requirements for hours, Supervisor qualifications, and documentation. If you are working toward licensure in District Of Columbia, always verify requirements directly with the District Of Columbia licensing board.
What should I ask a mental health Supervisor before starting?
Ask about their supervisory approach, session structure, experience with your license type, documentation practices, fee and cancellation policies, and how they communicate between sessions.
Can I count virtual supervision hours for mental health licensure in District Of Columbia?
Many states accept virtual supervision hours, but policies differ. Confirm whether your District Of Columbia licensing board allows remote supervision hours and under what conditions before starting virtual sessions.