| (a) An LCDC is authorized to provide chemical dependency
counseling services involving the application of the principles, methods,
and procedures of the chemical dependency profession as defined by
the profession's ethical standards and the KSAs as defined in §140.400
of this title (relating to Definitions). The license does not qualify
an individual to provide services outside this scope of practice.
(b) The scope of practice for an LCDC includes services
that address substance abuse/dependence and/or its impact on the service
recipient subject to the following:
(1) the LCDC is prohibited from using techniques that
exceed his or her professional competence;
(2) the service recipient may only be the user, family
member or any other individual involved in a significant relationship
with a user;
(3) the focus of an LCDC's services shall be on assisting
individuals or groups to develop an understanding of chemical dependency
problems, define goals, and plan action reflecting the individual's
or group's interest, abilities, and needs, as affected by claimed
or indicated chemical dependency problems; and
(4) LCDCs are not qualified to treat individuals with
a mental health disorder or provide family counseling to individuals
whose presenting problems do not include chemical dependency.
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