Licensure Information

The Indiana Counseling Association (INCA) provides this page as a centralized reference point for licensure-related information. While INCA does not grant licensure or determine eligibility, we aim to help counseling professionals and students access accurate, authoritative resources.

All licensure requirements, applications, and determinations are governed by the State of Indiana and relevant national credentialing bodies.

Indiana State Licensure

Licensure for counselors in Indiana is overseen by the Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA).

Indiana Professional Licensing Agency

Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board
402 West Washington Street, Room W-072
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204

Phone: (317) 234-2054
Fax: (317) 233-4236 or (317) 233-5559
Email: pla8@pla.in.gov

Official Licensure Information:
http://www.in.gov/pla/social.htm

Counselors should always rely on the IPLA website for the most current and accurate licensure requirements, application instructions, and rule updates.

National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)

NBCC administers national certification and licensure examinations, including the NCE and NCMHCE.

State Licensure Questions: (336) 482-2856
Certification Questions: (336) 547-0607

NCE & NCMHCE Exam Preparation

ICA offers optional exam preparation resources designed to support counseling students and new professionals preparing for licensure exams.

These resources include:

• NCE and NCMHCE study manuals

• Pre-recorded exam prep workshops

• Content-area specific study videos

Exam preparation materials are available under the Students section of the website.

Multi-State Licensure & Telehealth Practice

Counselors interested in telehealth or practicing across state lines should independently verify licensure requirements for each jurisdiction.

Recommended external resources:

• 50-State Teletherapy Practice Rules Survey – Person-Centered Tech

• Licensure & Certification Requirements for Counselors (counseling.org)

• Counselor Licensing Requirements by State (counselor-license.com)

Important Disclaimer

The Indiana Counseling Association:

• Does not determine licensure eligibility

• Does not provide legal or regulatory advice

• Cannot interpret state licensing rules on behalf of applicants

All licensure questions must be directed to the appropriate licensing authority.

For general guidance on INCA exam prep resources or student support programs, please contact:

execdirector@indianacounseling.org