The practices of professional counseling and marriage and family therapy, and the board of Examiners of Counseling are subject to the provisions of article one of this chapter, the provisions of this article and any rules promulgated hereunder.

Terms Used In West Virginia Code 30-31-2

  • Board: means the West Virginia Board of Examiners in Counseling. See West Virginia Code 30-31-3
  • Marriage and family therapy: means the diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective or behavioral, specifically within the context of marriage and family systems, that involve the professional application of theories and techniques to individuals, couples and families, singly or in groups. See West Virginia Code 30-31-3
  • Professional counseling: means the assessment, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental, emotional or addiction disorders through the application of clinical counseling procedures. See West Virginia Code 30-31-3