The differences in MFT and LPC are theoretical and not necessarily in practical application.  California didn't even have an LPC license until a few years ago so the vast majority of LMFTs actually clinically operate more like LPCs.  The standards of practice to protect the public are the same.  I support any movement in bringing these two designations together vs the confusion and disharmony that exists in holding them as vastly different.  It is confusing to the public, isolating to the clinicians and costly to everyone.  I find the comments against this argument mean-spirited and disheartening (and even antiquated.)