State Requirements

Clinical Supervision Requirements in Maine

A summary of clinical supervision requirements for Maine-based mental health professionals pursuing LCSW, LCPC, and LMFT licensure. Always verify current requirements directly with the respective Maine licensing boards.

Disclaimer: This page is for informational purposes only and reflects requirements as of our last review (Last reviewed: February 2026). Licensing requirements change. Always verify current requirements with the appropriate Maine board before making decisions about your supervision.

Licensing Board Overview

Maine regulates mental health professions through two primary boards under the Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation. Social workers are governed by the State Board of Social Worker Licensure, while counselors and marriage and family therapists are governed by the Board of Counseling Professionals Licensure.

LCSW: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Maine)

Maine's LCSW is governed by the State Board of Social Worker Licensure, 02-416 CMR Ch. 13. Candidates hold a Licensed Master Social Worker - Clinical Conditional (LMSW-CC) credential while accruing supervised experience.

Supervised Experience Requirements

  • Total supervised experience: 3,200 hours of clinical social work experience
  • Timeframe: Must be completed in no less than 2 years
  • Supervision hours: At least 96 hours of consultation/supervision
  • Exam: ASWB Clinical Examination

Supervisor Qualifications

  • Must hold an active Maine LCSW or Certified Social Worker - Independent Practice (CSW-IP) license
  • Must meet any additional experience or training requirements specified by the board

LCPC: Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Maine)

Maine's LCPC is governed by the Board of Counseling Professionals Licensure, 02-514 CMR Ch. 4. Candidates hold a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - Conditional (LCPC-C) credential while accruing hours.

Supervised Experience Requirements

  • Total supervised experience: 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience
  • Direct client contact: At least 1,500 hours must be direct client contact
  • Supervision hours: At least 100 hours of clinical supervision
  • Exam: NCMHCE (National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination)

Supervisor Qualifications

  • Must hold an active Maine LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, Licensed Psychologist, or Licensed Psychiatrist license
  • Must meet any additional experience or training requirements specified by the board

LMFT: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Maine)

Maine's LMFT is governed by the Board of Counseling Professionals Licensure, 02-514 CMR Ch. 4. Candidates hold a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Conditional (LMFT-C) credential while accruing hours.

Supervised Experience Requirements

  • Total supervised experience: 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience
  • Direct client contact: At least 1,000 hours must be direct client contact (with a specific portion dedicated to couples/families)
  • Supervision hours: At least 200 hours of clinical supervision
  • Exam: AMFTRB National Examination

Supervisor Qualifications

  • Must hold an active Maine LMFT license or be an AAMFT Approved Supervisor
  • Must meet any additional experience or training requirements specified by the board

Maine-Specific Details

Conditional Licensure

Maine utilizes a "Conditional" licensure system for all three major disciplines (LMSW-CC, LCPC-C, LMFT-C). Candidates must hold these conditional licenses before they can begin accruing hours toward independent clinical licensure.

Virtual Supervision in Maine

Maine boards generally permit telehealth supervision, provided it occurs via secure, HIPAA-compliant, two-way interactive video. Supervisors should verify current board guidance on any limitations related to the percentage of supervision that can be conducted virtually versus in-person.

Key Maine Board Contact Information

  • State Board of Social Worker Licensure: maine.gov
  • Board of Counseling Professionals Licensure: maine.gov

How to Become a Clinical Supervisor in Maine

Supervisor requirements in Maine vary by discipline. Always confirm current standards with the respective board.

Becoming an LCSW Supervisor

  • Hold an active Maine LCSW or CSW-IP license
  • Meet any additional experience or training requirements specified by the board
  • Submit the required supervisor registration forms to the Board

Becoming an LCPC Supervisor

  • Hold an active Maine LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, Licensed Psychologist, or Licensed Psychiatrist license
  • Meet any additional experience or training requirements specified by the board
  • Submit the required supervisor registration forms to the Board

Becoming an LMFT Supervisor

  • Hold an active Maine LMFT license (or be an AAMFT Approved Supervisor)
  • Meet any additional experience or training requirements specified by the board
  • Submit the required supervisor registration forms to the Board
Tip: If you're ready to start supervising, setting up your documentation system before you take on your first supervisee saves time later. See our guide on how to start offering clinical supervision.

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