Teletherapy Guide for Massachusetts

General Information -
All Licensures

Practitioners holding an active Massachusetts license may provide teletherapy services to Massachusetts residents. MA Act 260 was signed into law on 1/1/2021. It expands the practice of telehealth and requires coverage of telehealth services provided by behavioral health professionals.

Psychology Information

Teletherapy included with state license. Must abide by all in-person care standards. For updates regarding teletherapy check Board of Registration of Psychologists | Mass.gov.

PSYPACT Information

Social Work Information

Teletherapy included with state license. Must abide by all in-person care standards. For additional guidance see the Practice Advisory regarding Social Work Services by Electronic Means Board Policies and Guidelines (Social Workers) | Mass.gov

MFT Information

Teletherapy included with state license. Must abide by all in-person care standards.

Counseling Information

Teletherapy included with state license. Must abide by all in-person care standards.

Counseling Compact State

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