Question by slxpluvs: What are the requirements for counseling people in Minnesota?
What are the requirements for counseling people in Minnesota? This would be a novel type of counseling that is not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure any disease, nor be broad enough to count as occupational therapy.

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Answer by Brian G
The same requirements as for palm readers and psychics. You would need a tax number so the State can get a piece of your ill-gotten gains.

See: http://www.license.mn.gov/

You should be careful not to make people think you are a psychologist, psychiatrist, or other mental health counselor. I suppose you could present yourself as a “mentor” or “lifestyle counselor.”

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