New Jersey State Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners – Newark, NJ

New Jersey State Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners

The New Jersey State Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners, operating within the Division of Consumer Affairs at 124 Halsey Street, is the regulatory body responsible for overseeing the profession of marriage and family therapy in the state. Established in 1969, the Board ensures that all practitioners meet rigorous educational and ethical standards to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public. It manages the licensure process for qualified therapists and investigates complaints regarding professional misconduct.

Licensure and Certification

• Therapist Licensing: Review and approval of applications for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT) and Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapists (LAMFT).
• Supervision Plans: Evaluation and approval of proposed plans of supervision for associates working towards full licensure.
• License Renewal: Administration of the biennial license renewal process, including the verification of continuing education credits.

Consumer Protection

• Complaint Investigation: Handling of consumer grievances and allegations of unethical behavior, incompetence, or substance abuse by licensees.
• Disciplinary Action: Enforcement of state regulations through hearings and the imposition of penalties, suspensions, or revocations when violations occur.
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintenance of professional standards and updates to state regulations regarding the practice of therapy.

The Board meets regularly to discuss policy and review cases. Visitors to the office for administrative matters must obtain a visitor pass from the security desk in the lobby.