Professional Licensure and Certification
The Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) Division of Professional Licensure and Certification (PLACE) is responsible for developing and implementing licensure and certification programs for categories of professionals who are employed at programs which are operated, funded and/or certified by the Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH). The network of programs fitting this description is collectively referred to as Mississippi’s “state mental health system.”
Employment in Mississippi’s “state mental health system,” as defined above, is a mandatory requirement to apply for and hold a DMH professional credential. DMH PLACE Professional Credentialing Rules and Requirements Effective Date – July 28, 2026: This document contains the rules and requirements for all Mississippi Department of Mental Health professional credentialing programs administered through the DMH Division of PLACE.
Reminder: 2026 Mental Health and Substance Use Therapist Renewals
The deadline for the 2026 Mental Health and Substance Use (previously known as Addictions) Therapist Renewals was September 30, 2026. The DMH Division of Professional Licensure and Certification (PLACE) has now entered a late renewal period that started on October 1, 2026, and will end on October 31, 2026. Renewal eligible DMH Mental Health and/or Substance Use Therapist credentials that are not renewed by October 31, 2026, late renewal deadline will be lapsed.
For more information, please email [email protected].
DMH PLACE Professional Credentialing Programs
Applications for DMH PLACE credentials, examination registration, and online fee payments are available through our online portal.
Credentialing Portal
For additional information about Peer Support Services and Certified Peer Support Specialist designations, please visit the Mississippi Department of Mental Health Peer Support Services page.
DMH PLACE Credentialing Verification
The verification portal below can be used to confirm your own credential information or search for active credentials held by other professionals.
Verification Portal
DMH PLACE Professional Credentialing Complaint Form
This is the official form for filing a complaint with the Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) Division of Professional Licensure and Certification (PLACE).
How do I get more information?
- General inquiries pertaining to DMH professional credentialing programs administered through the DMH Division of PLACE and/or application assistance needs should be directed to the DMH Division of PLACE.
- The rules and requirements document and the application forms are currently available for download on this website or by contacting the DMH Division of PLACE.
Contact Information:
Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH)
Division of Professional Licensure and Certification (PLACE)
1001 Robert E. Lee Building
239 North Lamar Street
Jackson, Mississippi 39201
Phone: 601-359-5360