Definition
Individuals who provide evaluations, referrals and short-term counseling services to help people prevent or remediate personal problems, conflicts and emotional crises. They help people deal with any of a wide variety of issues including addictions and substance abuse, suicidal impulses, stress management, problems with self-esteem, issues associated with aging, job and career concerns, educational decisions, issues related to mental and emotional health, and family, parenting and marital problems. They work closely with other mental health specialists including psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical social workers, psychiatric nurses and school counselors.
URL Name
YO-5000-5200
Third Level Code
YO-5000
Taxonomy Code
YO-5000.5200
Parent Code
YO-5000
Family Code
Y
Second Level Code
YO
Fourth Level Code
YO-5000-5200
Use References
Licensed Professional Counselors, Behavioral Health Counselors
Publication Status
Online