OR SB1547

Creates a new "licensed behavioral health and wellness practitioner" profession under the Oregon Board of Psychology, requiring a bachelor's degree or higher with at least 700 hours of supervised practice in behavioral health promotion, prevention, and brief intervention services

Practitioners must work under direct supervision of a licensed psychologist, psychiatrist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, clinical social worker, or psychiatric nurse practitioner

Prohibits practitioners from diagnosing or independently treating disorders, practicing psychology or medicine, administering psychological tests, or evaluating drug effects; civil penalties up to $2,500 or $5,000 for violations

Establishes practitioner-client privilege protecting communications from disclosure in court proceedings, with exceptions for client consent, client-initiated complaints, intent to commit crimes, or suspected child abuse

Designates licensed behavioral health and wellness practitioners as mandatory reporters of abuse involving elderly persons, children, and adults with disabilities; operative date January 1, 2027