NUCC taxonomy code
Counselor
101Y00000X
IndividualBehavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- Grouping
- Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
- Classification
- Counselor
- Specialization
- None
Definition
A provider who is trained and educated in the performance of behavior health services through interpersonal communications and analysis. Training and education at the specialty level usually requires a master's degree and clinical experience and supervision for licensure or certification.
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