According to IDEA 300.34 Related services.

(2) Counseling services means services provided by qualified social workers, psychologists, guidance counselors, or other 

qualified personnel.

When an ARD/IEP Committee determines the need for counseling or psychological services to support the student's special education program, a specially designed counseling or psychological services program is included as part of the student's IEP.  The supports and services provided are documented on IEPs and indicated as part of the progress reporting system to parents and adult students.  The goals for services:

• focus on school-related issues

• are behavior and/or learning based

• are minimally intrusive

• emphasize practical and immediate application rather than development of insight

• are necessary in order to make educational and/or behavioral progress and access the student's IEP.

Counseling Services may be provided by:

• Licensed Specialists in School Psychology (LSSPs)

• Professional School Counselors

• Social Workers

• Other qualified professionals such as interns under the supervision of a certified or licensed professional.