Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners

Category: License bureau in Phoenix, Arizona

Address: 1740 W Adams St #3600, Phoenix, AZ 85007, USA

Phone: +16025421882

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8AM–5PM

Tuesday: 8AM–5PM

Wednesday: 8AM–5PM

Thursday: 8AM–5PM

Friday: 8AM–5PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Lorraine Myro

Jul 15, 2022

From the admin assistant up to the director, everyone has been responsive and supportive.

deborah florez

Oct 26, 2021

I didn’t use this place. Unfortunately, I called the EMERGENCY number, 30 minutes before they opened, I spoke to an actual human and explained I had sewer water coming up thru bathtub and toilet( Gross) I told him it is URGENT. Never got a call back! It’s 3:57 pm. I finally called them, told them no one got back to me. Got a “sorry”. I had to join the gym this morning, so I can shower for work, manage BODILY functions, (pee in the backyard) ya, I admitted it! Long story short. Emergency plumbing? Ya, not so much here. The earliest they can come is between 7AM -11 AM tomorrow. Seriously? Wouldn’t I be considered first in line? Whatever. If you got that kind of time, and no emergency, there reasonable. But if you don’t, you better have a back up plan if you call this place. Luckily, I have been homeless before, so I will survive. Good luck. Thanks for no call back!

Bryce Paradis

Sep 16, 2021

A place of zero experience and zero regard. You give a few people with masters degrees some power and it goes to their heads. AZ is know for the worst board in the USA>

Job Seeker

Apr 28, 2021

I spoke to a staff member, explained my situation & I was actually encouraged to apply for LASAC. I also applied for LMSW in another state. The other state had a board meeting & approved my LMSW application based on education & work experience once I had all my documentation sent in. The AZBHE did not approve my application. I withdrew the application, as I was not interested in meeting their requirements & forfeited the hard earned application fee I paid. But the AZBHE made sure to publish my name & other information online, Stating I was denied licensure. I had no idea they had done this, until a future employer informed me of this. And a job offer withdrawn, because on my Job application I had checked that I had never been denied a license. I had no idea that AZBHE, makes all of their board meetings public records that are “googable”. FYI, the state that approved my LMSW, actually have ethical board members that are not stuck in the stone ages & they never published my application online. I have contacted their website administrator & board member , Donna Dalton, explaining how this has impacted my career. And even though this has no public benefit she has refused to remove it. It is unethical to encourage someone to apply, take their money & then publish their name without their consent.

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Questions & Answers

I would like to do telehealth, group facilitation with clients in California and Nevada. I am a LISAC but was Grandfathered due to having the license before a Masters was required. What reciprocity do I have in those states for group facilitation.

Joseph Gallardo | Jul 29, 2022
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners | Jul 29, 2022

You would need to check with those states.

Does therapist have to meet licensing requirements in other states to provide therapy to clients?

dara ulibarri | Jul 29, 2022
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners | Jul 29, 2022

Each and every state have their own laws and rules so an individual would need to check with each state where services are being provided.

I am in OK graduating from a University that is in their third year of accreditation. At the time of my graduation I am not sure if they will be fully accredited or not. Here in OK I can sit for the LMSW exam. May I be licensed in AZ?

Laura Strain | Oct 27, 2021
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners | Oct 27, 2021

To meet the requirements for social work licensure, you must graduate from a CSWE accredited program. If the program is still in candidacy status, it is not considered accredited. It is the Board's understanding that once a program achieves full accreditation, it is effective retroactively, so if your degree confer date is after the CSWE accreditation effective date, it would be deemed to meet that requirement.

If I am an LPC in the state of Arizona do I need to file my business as a PLLC or can I file an LLC without compromising my license?

LaReyna Yañez Hernandez | Oct 27, 2021
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners | Oct 27, 2021

The Board's rules or statutes do not specify one or the other, so you should consult with your tax person and/or your liability insurance provider to see if they have a recommendation or requirement.

Is the board located in central Phoenix

Genetta Springfield | Oct 27, 2021
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners | Oct 27, 2021

Hello Genetta, Yes, the Board is located just north of the Arizona State Capitol building at 1740 West Adams St. We are between 17th and 18th avenues.

How many ceu credit needed?

Bob Cornelius | Oct 27, 2021
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners | Oct 27, 2021

Hello Mr. Cornelius, For renewal of licensure, you would need 30 clock hours of continuing education including: 3 clock hours of behavioral health ethics or mental health law, 3 clock hours of cultural competency and diversity, and the 3 clock hour Arizona Statutes/Regulations tutorial.

Can I reinstate my license

Annette Morrison | Oct 27, 2021
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners | Oct 27, 2021

Ms. Morrison, To reinstate your license, you would need to reapply. You can find the application process on the Applying for Licensure tab on the Board's website, https://azbbhe.us/node/827.

Good morning, I am currently a LAMFT working with Native Health in Arizona. At this agency, there is a licensed clinical social worker. Can this person provide supervision for me as an LAMFT? Thanks, Darlene

darlene peters | Oct 27, 2020
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners | Oct 27, 2020

Ms. Peters, The requirements for Clinical Supervision for MFT Licensure can be found in A.A.C. R4-6-604. Please review the rule carefully as there are limits to how many supervision hours can be provided by professionals other than Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists.

Can I go inactive status three different (non consecutive) times for my LCSW?

Rita. So glad you are sharing your GIFT Rogers | Oct 27, 2020
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners | Oct 27, 2020

Rita, The Board's rules or laws do not have a limit on inconsecutive licensure periods on inactive status. There is however a limit on consecutive licensure periods on inactive status which can be found in A.A.C. R4-6-305.

I heard that this Board does not accept online CEU's for psychologists....does it online CEU's for renewal of LPC licenses?

Carrie Hargrave | Oct 28, 2019
Kathy Britton | Oct 28, 2019

There are no restrictions for counseling, marriage and family, social work or addictions therapists to review credit for online training. I work with the board and have used online CEUs several times.

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Can I get ceu credits for psych Congress October 3rd through 6 in San Diego LPC

Lmg Lmg | Oct 28, 2019
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners | Oct 28, 2019

If the course/conference meets the Board's rules in Article 8, it would be accepted.

My family will be relocating to AZ soon. I am currently an AMFT/APCC working on hours in CA. My supervisor does NOT hold AAMFT accreditation. Is there something I can submit to reflect their experience so my hours can transfer and count in AZ?

Lisa Marie | Oct 28, 2019
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners | Oct 28, 2019

Lisa Marie, Arizona does not require that a clinical supervisor for MFT licensure hold an AAMFT accreditation. There are other ways that out of state supervisors/supervision can be considered. Please review A.A.C. R4-6-212.01(2) in the Board's current rules for additional information. You can find the current rules on the Rules and Laws tab on the Board's website www.azbbhe.us.

I am currently a licensed Mental Health Counselor and CDPT in Washington State. I am looking to have a license as a Mental Health Counselor along with my CDP in Arizona State. What form do I need to complete and what is the fee for this

Karen Larkin Packwood | Oct 28, 2019
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners | Oct 28, 2019

Ms. Packwood, Depending on the length of time you have held your credentials in Washington, you will likely qualify for a license by endorsement in Arizona. You can find all the requirements by clicking on the Rules and Laws tab on the Board's website at www.azbbhe.us. There is some helpful information for Out of State Applicants and a Fee Schedule on the Quick Links menu of the website as well.

I received my MA in Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University. At that time, and since, I have been caring for my two grandchildren and have not pursued my career. How do I restart the process of licensure?

Christine Bainbridge | Oct 28, 2018
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners | Oct 28, 2018

You would need to submit an application for Licensed Associate Counselor found on the Board's website at https://www.azbbhe.us/node/556

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