The purpose of this Act is to safeguard individuals seeking therapy or psychotherapy services by ensuring these services are delivered by qualified, licensed, or certified professionals. This Act is intended to protect consumers from unlicensed or unqualified providers, including unregulated artificial intelligence systems, while respecting individual choice and access to community-based and faith-based mental health support.
225 ILCS 155/5
Purpose
Known as the Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources Act
The act spans §§ 225-155-1 to 225-155-99 (9 sections).
P.A. 104-54, eff. 8-1-25.
Official source: Illinois General Assembly. Reproduced from public-domain Illinois statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.