As an LAPC and board certified music therapist, I strongly support licensure for music therapists. Music therapists provide evidence-based services that support a wide range of clinical needs, and it is ethically imperative that clients only receive this care from qualified professionals who meet the required education and training standards. Without specific licensure, there is risk of misrepresentation and harm. Additionally, I support the shift to CBMT's continuing education requirements.

However, I am incredibly concerned about the removal of regulation regarding conversion therapy and the removal of language prohibiting conversion therapy. Removing these regulations and prohibitions leaves queer and trans youth vulnerable to harm and to treatment that is not supported by evidence-based practice. It is important to return the initial regulation prohibiting music therapists from offering conversion therapy to youth for the safety of queer and trans persons participating in music therapy, as well as for music therapists to ethically and soundly practice within their scope.