As a licensed professional counselor and board certified music therapist, I strongly support licensure for music therapists. Music therapists provide evidence-based services that support a wide range of clinical needs, and it is ethically imperative that clients only receive this care from qualified professionals who meet the required education and training standards. Without such licensure, there is risk of misrepresentation and harm. In reviewing the proposed changes, I support the shift to CBMT's continuing education requirements. However, I am very concerned about the removal of regulation regarding conversion therapy, as conversion therapy is outside of the scope of music therapists. Further, it is not supported by evidence-based practice, and the removal of language prohibiting conversion therapy leaves queer and trans youth vulnerable to harm, and to treatment that is not supported by evidence-based practice. I support the initial regulation prohibiting music therapists from offering conversion therapy to youth.