Terms Used In Louisiana Revised Statutes 9:355.15

  • Licensed mental health professional: as used in this Chapter means a person who possesses at least a master's degree and who is licensed in counseling, social work, psychology, marriage and family counseling, or exempt from licensing requirements pursuant to La. See Louisiana Revised Statutes 9:331

            The court, on motion of either party or on its own motion, may appoint an independent, licensed mental health professional as an expert to render a report to assist the court in determining the best interest of the child.

            Acts 1997, No. 1173, §1; Acts 2012, No. 627, §1; Acts 2022, No. 614, §1.