MI HB6098

Establishes licensure requirements for professional art therapists in Michigan, requiring a master's or doctoral degree from an accredited art therapy program, at least 2 years of postgraduate supervised clinical experience with 1,000 hours of direct client contact, and passage of the Art Therapy Credentials Board certification examination.

Creates a Board of Professional Art Therapists consisting of 6 licensed professional art therapists and 3 public members to oversee licensing, with an initial board allowing non-licensed individuals who meet licensure requirements.

Sets licensing fees at $200 for application processing, $200 for examination, and $100 annually for license renewal.

Grants limited intern licenses for graduate students completing clinical internships under qualified supervision, renewable for up to 6 years, requiring at least 100 hours of direct supervision.

Establishes privileged communication protections for client records and therapy sessions, with exceptions for safety concerns, legal proceedings, and written client consent for disclosure or public use of information.