Travel LPCC Jobs
Travel contracts for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCC / LPC) paying $62–$88/hr. California's advanced counseling designation — CDCR, county mental health, VA, and FQHC openings. No national compact.
Hourly Rate
$62–$88/hr
Compact Status
No Compact
Primary Market
California (CA BBS)
Contract Length
13 weeks
No LPCC / LPC National Compact — License Required in Each Practice State
There is no national compact for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCC) or Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) as of 2026. You must obtain a separate active license for each state in which you practice, including telehealth where the patient is physically located. Allow 6–12 weeks per new state for endorsement processing.
In California: LPCC (CA BBS)
In Most Other States: LPC / LMHC / LCPC
Travel tip: When traveling from California to another state, list your credential as "CA LPCC (equivalent to LPC)" in endorsement applications. Most state boards recognize this immediately. New York (LMHC) and Illinois (LCPC) may require additional hour verification — contact those boards directly before applying.
Master's Degree — 48–60 Semester Units
Counseling, psychology, or related field. California requires minimum 60 semester units. CACREP-accredited programs are strongly preferred for multi-state endorsement — CACREP accreditation is recognized as meeting education requirements in most states.
3,000 Supervised Hours (CA) — Varies by State
California requires 3,000 post-degree supervised hours: 2,000 direct client service hours, 1,000 non-client hours. Most other states require 2,000–3,000 hours total. Hours must be documented precisely using CA BBS-approved experience verification forms.
Licensing Exam: NCMHCE (Most States)
The National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE) is used for licensure in most states for LPCC/LPC. The NCE (National Counselor Examination) is accepted in some states. California uses a state-specific written exam. Scores transfer via NBCC for multi-state endorsements.
CA Board: Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS)
The California BBS licenses both LPCCs and LCSWs. Both credentials are regulated under the same board, with the same renewal cycle. The BBS is supervised by the California Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA). BBS processing times for LPCC applications average 8–12 weeks.
LPCC Addendum (Diagnosis Authorization)
Required for authorizing diagnosis and treatment of mental illness in California. Requires 6 additional graduate semester units in psychopharmacology or clinical assessment, plus 500 additional supervised hours of diagnosing and treating mental illness. Applied for separately through CA BBS after initial LPCC licensure.
Renewal: Every 2 Years, Minimum 36 CEUs
LPCC licenses renew on a 2-year cycle. California requires 36 continuing education hours per cycle with mandatory coverage of ethics (6 hrs minimum) and additional hours as required by law. CEU requirements for other states vary — verify per state.
Community Mental Health Centers
Highest VolumeHighest volume of LPCC openings. County behavioral health agencies, FQHCs, and community-based mental health programs. PSLF and NHSC loan repayment eligible.
CDCR / Correctional Settings
CA Premium PayCalifornia correctional counselors frequently hold LPCC licensure. CDCR and county jails seek LPCCs for mental health evaluations and treatment. Premium pay with state benefits.
SUD / Substance Abuse Treatment
Dual Credential+LPCC plus CADC or CATC dual credential is highly valued in substance use disorder settings. SAMHSA-funded programs and opioid treatment clinics offer strong demand.
Veteran Services (VA / Vet Centers)
PSLF EligibleVA Medical Centers and Vet Centers hire LPCCs for individual and group counseling. PSLF eligible. Strong scheduling structure. Federal credentialing takes 6–8 weeks.
School / LEA Counseling
School-BasedLocal Education Agency settings — district counseling programs and school-embedded mental health services. Academic calendar alignment. Lower acuity, high volume.
Private Practice + Locum Tenens
$85–$110/hrHighest hourly rate at $85–$110/hr. Short-term coverage for private and group practices. Requires LPCC addendum (CA) for diagnosing DSM-5 disorders.
| Credential | CA Designation | Hourly Rate | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| LPCC | Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor | $65–$88/hr | Clinical counseling + diagnosis (addendum required) |
| LMFT | Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist | $60–$85/hr | Family/couples/relational therapy |
| LCSW | Licensed Clinical Social Worker | $62–$90/hr | Individual + community social work framework |
| LP | Licensed Psychologist | $90–$150/hr | Psychological testing + diagnosis (doctoral level) |
All CA behavioral health licenses issued by the CA Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) except LP (CA Board of Psychology). None have a national compact as of 2026.
BBS Licensing Structure
Renewal Requirements (CA)
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