Licensure Exam WorkshopsThis National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination (NCMHCE) review is designed to prepare Mental Health Counselors for the Massachusetts State Licensure Examination. It provides an in-depth overview of the content areas assessed and how they are addressed on the exam. You will receive the PTI Clinical Mental Health Counselor Handbook & Study Guide with all study areas covered so you can prepare at home as well. View Upcoming Workshops Purchase Materials Learn About the NCMHCE (NBCC)Test Taking TechniquesThis workshop provides traditional test-taking strategies along with insight into your individual learning and testing style. You will complete sample exams modeled after the NCMHCE structure and learn how to optimize your knowledge for success. Apply to Take the Exam (NBCC)Workshop FeesMembers: $350.00 Non-Members: $425.00 This registration fee includes all books and study materials sent in advance.
Cancellation & Refund PolicyIf enrollment is insufficient, the program will be canceled and you will be notified one week prior. If you cancel 14 days or more before the event, you will receive a full refund minus a $35 administrative fee. After that date, no refunds will be issued, but substitutions are permitted. NOTE: All Zoom and handout links are sent prior to the event. Please test them when received. Our CollaborationWe collaborate with the Psychotherapists Training Institute to run one-day workshops to prepare licensure candidates for the exam. Explore Psychotherapist Training InstituteMeet the Instructors
John Ciervo, LMHC, MACCSJohn J Ciervo is a licensed clinical mental health counselor with over 20 years of experience in clinical practice, graduate counseling education, and clinical supervision. As a faculty member in graduate counseling programs and a certified clinical supervisor, John provides clarity and practicality in LCMHC exam preparation. Known for his supportive and engaging teaching style, John helps future clinicians connect exam content to real clinical decision-making—so they’re prepared not only to pass the exam but also to practice effectively. John’s approach aims to help examinees feel prepared, confident, and grounded on exam day. 
France Neff, PhD, LMHCWith over a decade of experience in clinical supervision and executive leadership, Dr. France A. Neff brings a unique blend of clinical and actionable insight to the licensure journey. She provides supportive and engaging preparation for the LCMHC exam, helping future clinicians master the NCMHCE by connecting rigorous standards to daily clinical excellence. By anchoring complex concepts in real-world applications, Dr. Neff ensures candidates feel well-prepared and professionally composed. Her goal is to move you beyond the exam and toward a place of confidence, ready to lead and practice with excellence in the field of mental health 
Keri Wagner, LMHCInclude years of experience, areas of expertise, and what they bring to the training experience for participants. |
