Tex.
Educ. Code Section 61.601
Definition
(1)
a licensed physician who is:(A)
a graduate of an accredited psychiatric residency training program; or(B)
certified in psychiatry by:(i)
the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology; or(ii)
the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry;(2)
a psychologist, as defined by Section 501.002 (Definitions), Occupations Code;(3)
a licensed professional counselor, as defined by Section 503.002 (General Definitions), Occupations Code;(4)
an advanced practice registered nurse, as defined by Section 301.152 (Rules Regarding Specialized Training), Occupations Code, who holds a nationally recognized board certification in psychiatric or mental health nursing;(5)
a licensed clinical social worker, as defined by Section 505.002 (Definitions), Occupations Code;(6)
a licensed specialist in school psychology, as defined by Section 501.002 (Definitions), Occupations Code;(7)
a chemical dependency counselor, as defined by Section 504.001 (Definitions), Occupations Code; and(8)
a licensed marriage and family therapist, as defined by Section 502.002 (Definitions), Occupations Code.
Source:
Section 61.601 — Definition, https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/ED/htm/ED.61.htm#61.601 (accessed Jun. 5, 2024).
