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Grief Therapists

Certification, Licensing, and Special Requirements

Certification or Licensing

The Association for Death Education and Counseling offers several certification programs. Visit https://www.adec.org for more information.

Some states require grief therapists to obtain licenses in order to practice. These licensing requirements may vary from state to state, so it is best to check with the state in which you plan to practice. The American Counseling Association offers detailed information on state licensing requirements for counselors. Some states may limit counselors' private practices to areas in which they have developed professional competence. There may also be some continuing education requirements for license renewal.

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