(a) It is declared to be the policy of this state that activities of those persons who render service to the public in the counseling area and use the title “licensed professional counselor”, “licensed associate counselor”, “licensed marriage and family therapist”, or “licensed associate marriage and family therapist” should be regulated for the protection of […]
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) “Counseling services” means those acts and behaviors coming within the practice of counseling, as defined in this section; (2) “Counselor educator” means a person who: (A) Possesses an advanced degree in counseling, psychology, or a closely related field; and (B) Is employed in a […]
(a) This chapter shall not be applicable to persons engaged in counseling individuals or groups concerning weight loss, weight control, or nutrition education, nor to persons whose counseling activities are confined to the area of alcohol and drug abuse. (b) Nothing in § 17-27-104 shall be construed to preclude the advertising of services or to […]
(a) (1) A person who holds himself or herself out to the public as being engaged in the practice of counseling or marriage and family therapy as defined in § 17-27-102 or represents himself or herself by the title “licensed professional counselor”, “licensed associate counselor”, “licensed marriage and family therapist”, or “licensed associate marriage and […]
The courts of this state are vested with the jurisdiction and power to enjoin the unlawful practice of counseling or false representation as a licensed counselor in any proceeding brought by the Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling or by any member thereof or by any citizen of this state.
