Mental Health Counselor Supervisors in New Mexico

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Supervision Formats Allowed in New Mexico

Counseling (LPC / LMHC)
In-Person: AllowedHybrid: AllowedVirtual: Allowed
Social Work (LCSW)
In-Person: AllowedHybrid: AllowedVirtual: Allowed
Marriage & Family Therapy (LMFT)
In-Person: AllowedHybrid: AllowedVirtual: Allowed
Psychology
In-Person: AllowedHybrid: AllowedVirtual: Allowed
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Counseling (LPC / LMHC)

You can do your supervision in person or by secure video, because New Mexico rules count electronic supervision as appropriate supervision and set no cap on virtual hours.

  • 100 supervision hours alongside 3,000 client contact hours for LPCC
  • Supervisor must hold the board's registered supervisor designation
  • Virtual hours must meet the same requirements as in-person supervision

New Mexico Counseling and Therapy Practice Board · 16.27.1.7(J),(O) NMAC; 16.27.4.9 NMAC; 16.27.19.7(F) NMAC; 16.27.19.9(G) NMAC

Social Work (LCSW)

Video supervision counts as direct, face-to-face supervision in New Mexico, and video hours have no cap beyond the general limits on group supervision.

  • 90 supervision hours over 3,600 hours; at least 70 must be direct
  • No more than 20 of the 90 hours may be group supervision
  • Supervisor's board-submitted plan must state supervision type, including teleconferencing

New Mexico Board of Social Work Examiners · 16.63.1.7(A)(4),(6),(7) NMAC; 16.63.11.8 NMAC

Marriage & Family Therapy (LMFT)

You can do your supervision in person or by secure video, because New Mexico rules count electronic supervision as appropriate supervision and set no cap on virtual hours.

  • 200 MFT supervision hours, at least 100 individual, plus 1,000 client hours
  • Supervisor needs marriage and family therapy education and experience
  • LAMFT plan: one hour of supervision per five client hours

New Mexico Counseling and Therapy Practice Board · 16.27.1.7(J),(O) NMAC; 16.27.6.9 NMAC; 16.27.19.7(F) NMAC; 16.27.22.9 NMAC

Psychology

Live video supervision (telesupervision) counts the same as face-to-face supervision for your postdoctoral hours, with no cap.

  • At least one hour per week of one-to-one supervision (46 hours/year)
  • Submit a postdoctoral supervisory plan stating the amount of telesupervision
  • Telesupervision must be synchronous audio and video; telephonic is defined separately

New Mexico State Board of Psychologist Examiners · 16.22.6.9(B) NMAC; 16.22.6.10 NMAC; 16.22.1.7 NMAC

For guidance only, not legal advice. Rules change, so confirm with your state board. Last verified Oct 2026.

Mental Health Counselor Supervisors in New Mexico

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Cedra E

LCSW

Ignacio, CO

Licensed in:
CO, NM
Supervision Type:
Virtual

The first step toward a more fulfilling life requires courage. I am here to support you on that journey. As an experienced, licensed therapist in Colorado, I specialize in helping clients navigate stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and family conflicts. My therapeutic approach is built on creating a safe, open, entirely judgment-free space. Whether you are healing from past abuse or looking to rebuild your motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, we will work together to help you move forward.

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About Mental Health Counselors in New Mexico

Mental Health Counselor Supervisors provide the clinical oversight required for LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCs, LMHCs, and other mental health professionals to advance toward full licensure. New Mexico's state licensing board defines the required supervision hours, Supervisor qualifications, and documentation standards.

Mental Health Counselors FAQs — New Mexico

How do I find a Mental Health Counselor Supervisor in New Mexico?

On Find A Supervisor, filter by license type and state to find Mental Health Counselor Supervisors in New Mexico. Review their profiles for experience, specialty, format, and fees before reaching out.

What are the supervision requirements for mental health counselors in New Mexico?

Mental health counselor supervision requirements vary by state. The New Mexico 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 New Mexico, always verify requirements directly with the New Mexico 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 New Mexico?

Many states accept virtual supervision hours, but policies differ. Confirm whether your New Mexico licensing board allows remote supervision hours and under what conditions before starting virtual sessions.