Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the Board of Counseling intends to consider promulgating 18VAC115-90, Regulations Governing the Practice of Art Therapy. The purpose of the proposed action is to implement Chapter 301 of the 2020 Acts of Assembly, which requires the board to promulgate regulations governing the practice of art therapy and specifies that the credential that will be considered as qualification for licensure as an art therapist and as an art therapy associate. Proposed amendments include establishing (i) education, examination, and experience requirements for licensure; (ii) standards for confidentiality, patient records, dual relationships, and informed consent; and (iii) requirements similar to other licensed professions for a fee structure, renewal or reinstatement of licensure, continuing competency, supervision of persons in training, and standards of practice.

The agency intends to hold a public hearing on the proposed action after publication in the Virginia Register.

Statutory Authority: §§ 54.1-2400 and 54.1-3516 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: March 31, 2021.

Agency Contact: Jaime Hoyle, Executive Director, Board of Counseling, 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 300, Richmond, VA 23233, telephone (804) 367-4406, FAX (804) 527-4435, or email jaime.hoyle@dhp.virginia.gov.