State Requirements

Clinical Supervision Requirements in Wyoming

A summary of clinical supervision requirements for Wyoming-based mental health professionals pursuing LCSW, LPC, and LMFT licensure. Always verify current requirements directly with the Wyoming Mental Health Professions Licensing Board.

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 Wyoming board before making decisions about your supervision.

Licensing Board Overview

In Wyoming, mental health professions are regulated by the Mental Health Professions Licensing Board. This single board oversees social workers, professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, and addictions therapists.

LCSW: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Wyoming)

Wyoming's LCSW is governed by the Mental Health Professions Licensing Board, Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 33-38-106. Candidates hold a Provisional Clinical Social Worker (PCSW) credential while accruing supervised experience.

Supervised Experience Requirements

  • Total supervised experience: 3,000 hours of clinical social work experience
  • Direct client contact: At least 1,200 hours must be direct client contact
  • Supervision hours: At least 100 hours of face-to-face clinical supervision
  • Exam: ASWB Clinical Examination

Supervisor Qualifications

  • Must hold an active Wyoming LCSW license
  • Must be approved by the Board as a designated qualified clinical supervisor

LPC: Licensed Professional Counselor (Wyoming)

Wyoming's LPC is governed by the Mental Health Professions Licensing Board, Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 33-38-106. Candidates hold a Provisional Professional Counselor (PPC) credential while accruing hours.

Supervised Experience Requirements

  • Total supervised experience: 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience
  • Direct client contact: At least 1,200 hours must be direct client contact
  • Supervision hours: At least 100 hours of face-to-face clinical supervision
  • Exam: NCE (National Counselor Examination) or NCMHCE (National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination)

Supervisor Qualifications

  • Must hold an active Wyoming LPC license
  • Must be approved by the Board as a designated qualified clinical supervisor

LMFT: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Wyoming)

Wyoming's LMFT is governed by the Mental Health Professions Licensing Board, Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 33-38-106. Candidates hold a Provisional Marriage and Family Therapist (PMFT) credential while accruing hours.

Supervised Experience Requirements

  • Total supervised experience: 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience
  • Direct client contact: At least 1,200 hours must be direct client contact
  • Supervision hours: At least 100 hours of face-to-face clinical supervision
  • Exam: AMFTRB National Examination

Supervisor Qualifications

  • Must hold an active Wyoming LMFT license
  • Must be approved by the Board as a designated qualified clinical supervisor

Wyoming-Specific Details

Provisional Licensure

Wyoming utilizes a "Provisional" licensure system for all three major disciplines (PCSW, PPC, PMFT). Candidates must hold these specific credentials before they can begin accruing hours toward independent clinical licensure.

Designated Qualified Clinical Supervisor

Wyoming requires supervisors to be specifically approved by the Board as a "designated qualified clinical supervisor." This typically involves completing specific training and meeting experience requirements.

Virtual Supervision in Wyoming

Wyoming permits 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 Wyoming Board Contact Information

How to Become a Clinical Supervisor in Wyoming

Supervisor requirements in Wyoming require specific board approval. Always confirm current standards with the Mental Health Professions Licensing Board.

Becoming an LCSW Supervisor

  • Hold an active Wyoming LCSW license
  • Meet the Board's experience requirements
  • Complete board-approved supervision training
  • Submit the required supervisor registration forms to the Board for approval as a designated qualified clinical supervisor

Becoming an LPC Supervisor

  • Hold an active Wyoming LPC license
  • Meet the Board's experience requirements
  • Complete board-approved supervision training
  • Submit the required supervisor registration forms to the Board for approval as a designated qualified clinical supervisor

Becoming an LMFT Supervisor

  • Hold an active Wyoming LMFT license
  • Meet the Board's experience requirements
  • Complete board-approved supervision training
  • Submit the required supervisor registration forms to the Board for approval as a designated qualified clinical supervisor
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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