Psychology and Counseling have different philosophical and practical differences and are reflected within the course work and field-expereiences that each program requires. When someone is seeking help from an LPC, we need to be sure that the person holding the LPC is accurately representing the philosophy and standards of a counselor. 

The Board of Counseling in Virginia has determined that it cannot ethically sanction those trained in the discipline of professional psychology to practice as Professional Counselors, just as the Board of Psychology cannot ethically sanction those trained in the discipline of Professional Counseling to practice as professional psychologists. 

Thanks,

Arielle