An Act To Ensure Parity in the Ability To Counsel Patients
Sec. 1. 22 MRSA §1597-A, sub-§1, ¶B, as amended by PL 1993, c. 600, Pt. B, §21, is further amended to read:
(1) A psychiatrist;
(2) A psychologist licensed under Title 32, chapter 56;
(3) A social worker licensed under Title 32, chapter 83;
(4) An ordained member of the clergy;
(5) A physician's assistant registered by the Board of Licensure in Medicine, Title 32, chapter 48;
(6) A nurse practitioner registered by the Board of Licensure in Medicine, Title 32, chapter 48;
(7) A certified guidance counselor;
(8) A registered professional nurse licensed under Title 32, chapter 31; or
(9) A practical nurse licensed under Title 32, chapter 31 . ; or
(10) A clinical professional counselor licensed under Title 32, chapter 119.
summary
This bill adds licensed clinical professional counselors to the list of persons who may provide counseling to a minor in connection with the minor's decision regarding pregnancy.