License: Counselor, Pastoral (Conditional)

Maine Department of Professional & Financial Regulation Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation external site

Gardiner Annex/ 76 Northern Ave

35 State House Station

Augusta, ME 04333-0035

(207) 624-8603

Pastoral counselors are trained mental health professionals that provide both psychological therapy and spiritual guidance to individuals, couples, families, and groups in various settings. Due to the nature of their counseling work, pastoral counselors must be highly trained in both psychology and theology. Conditional licenses are awarded to applicants so they can fulfill the supervised experience requirements. After they have achieved 3000 hours of supervised experience they may apply for regular licenses and practice independently.