Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling

Welcome to the State of Florida's Online Resource for Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling Licensure, Renewal and Information.

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Fraud Alert: Protect Your License

Fraud Alert: Protect Your License

Scammers are targeting Florida health care practitioners by impersonating MQA. Be aware of fake emails, spoofed websites, and phone calls demanding payment or personal info. Learn How to Report a Scam

Reframing the future of health care for underserved Floridians

Reframing the future of health care for underserved Floridians

Need assistance with repaying your student loans? FRAME participants may receive up to $75,000 for service in Florida’s underserved communities.

Florida is a Member of the Counseling Compact

Florida is a Member of the Counseling Compact

Florida will begin accepting applications in the fall. Click here to access information about the Counseling Compact.

HB 975’s New Background Screening Requirement

HB 975’s New Background Screening Requirement

Complete your background screening early to avoid delays in licensure.
Click here to find out more!

Become a Volunteer

Become a Volunteer

Volunteers are vital to the Florida Department of Health’s mission to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through community efforts.

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View Our Full Calendar of Upcoming Meetings

The Board meets quarterly at centralized locations in Florida. The Board meetings include disciplinary cases, petitions, application reviews, correspondence items, rule discussion, and other necessary Board action. The Board will notice respondents of a required appearance if necessary. Dates and Locations are subject to change.

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Fri 20

Date:
June 20, 2025 10:00 AM
Location:
Telephone Conference Call @ 10:00am ET
Meet Me #:
(850) 792-1375
Participation Code:
516 897 192#
Materials:
FAR Notice

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

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Registered Marriage and Family Therapy Intern

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Licensed Mental Health Counselor

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Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

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Certified Master Social Worker

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Qualified Supervisors for Registered Interns

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Important Links & Resources

Access to applications, forms, regulations, and more.

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Continuing Education

Locate board approved CE Courses for your profession.

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ELI Web Assistant

ELI Can Answer Your Questions

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E-Licensing

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Background Screening

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