Pass the NCMHCE — Get Your Free Study Guide from Mentara Health!

You’ve worked hard for your counseling degree. Now it’s time to secure your license.

Download your FREE Mentara Health Playbook and follow our proven 12-week plan to pass your NCMHCE licensing exam on the first try.

You’ve come too far to let the NCMHCE hold you back. That’s why we created the Mentara Health NCMHCE Free Playbook — a complete 12-week study plan built by licensed counselors who have been in your shoes and passed the exam.

No fluff. No confusion. Just a clear path to success.

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Passing the NCMHCE requires more than just knowledge; it demands a strategic plan.

We have created a FREE Playbook that gives you a "NCMHCE Success Timeline". This is a

12-week roadmap designed to help you pass with confidence.

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You Path to Success

  1. Download the Playbook – Get instant access to your Full NCMHCE Study Plan from Mentara Health.

  2. Follow the Plan – 12 weeks of structured, targeted study.

  3. Pass the NCMHCE – Earn your license and start your career with confidence.

Passing the NCMHCE requires more than just knowledge; it demands a strategic plan.

We have created a FREE Playbook that gives you a "NCMHCE Success Timeline". This is a

12-week roadmap designed to help you pass with confidence.

Your NCMHCE Study Plan from Mentara Health

Weeks 10-12

Exam Readiness

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Confidence

Weeks 6 - 9

Deep Dives

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Reinforcement

Weeks 6 - 9

Deep Dives

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Reinforcement

Weeks 4 - 6

Strategy

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Simulation

Weeks 1 - 3

Foundation

Weeks 4 - 6

Strategy

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Simulation

Weeks 6 - 9

Deep Dives

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Reinforcement

Weeks 10-12

Exam Readiness

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Confidence

Get instant access to your Full 12-Week NCMHCE Study Plan from Mentara Health!

Passing the NCMHCE requires more than just knowledge; it demands a strategic plan.

We have created a FREE Playbook that gives you a "NCMHCE Success Timeline". This is a

12-week roadmap designed to help you pass with confidence.

How Mentara Helps You Succeed

Our approach combines structured study plans, real-world practice cases, and community accountability to help you pass with confidence.

Your 12-week Mentara Study Plan:

Weeks 1 - 3

Foundation

Weeks 4 - 6

Strategy & Simulation

Weeks 6 - 9

Deep Dives & Reinforcement

Weeks 10-12

Exam Readiness & Confidence

Weeks 1 - 3
Foundation

Weeks 4 - 6
Strategy & Simulation

Weeks 6 - 9
Deep Dives & Reinforcement

Weeks 10-12
Exam Readiness & Confidence

Weeks 6 - 9
Deep Dives & Reinforcement

Weeks 10-12
Exam Readiness & Confidence

Weeks 1 - 3

Foundation

Weeks 4 - 6

Strategy

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Simulation

Weeks 6 - 9

Deep Dives

&

Reinforcement

Weeks 10-12

Exam Readiness

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Confidence

Clock Is Ticking

Don’t Wait – Your Exam Clock Is Ticking

Every week you delay starting your prep increases stress and decreases readiness. Begin today, and in just 12 weeks you’ll be fully prepared to pass on your first try.

The 12-week study timeline is broken down into four phases:

Weeks 1-3: Foundation - Get straight to the point with clear, concise summaries of the most important diagnostic criteria.

Weeks 4-6: Strategy & Simulation - Focus on case simulations, learn a 3-step strategy for questions, and develop time management skills

Weeks 7-9: Deep Dives & Reinforcement - Target weak areas, review advanced concepts and ethics, and consider joining a study group.

Weeks 10-12: Exam Readiness & Confidence - Take a full-length practice exam, review key concepts, and focus on mental preparation and stress management

Testimonials

"Lynda Simon-Taylor is a supervisor who challenges you in the best way possible. She has an incredible ability to identify your strengths and gently push you to develop the areas where you need more practice. Her feedback on treatment planning and differentiated diagnosis was always constructive and incredibly detailed. She taught me to see beyond surface-level symptoms and truly understand the complexities of my clients' presentations. The internship wasn't just a requirement; it was a comprehensive learning experience that was perfectly aligned with the NCMHCE's format and content. I am forever grateful for her guidance, which not only helped me earn my LMHC but also shaped me into a more compassionate and competent counselor."

Jessica R

— Jessica R.

"I can say with certainty that the internship program at Lighthouse was the core reason I passed my NCMHCE. Under Lynda Simon-Taylor's expert supervision, the entire experience was meticulously designed to prepare us for the real world of clinical practice and the demands of the licensing exam. The trainings were particularly strong. I remember a specific series of Assessments trainings where Lynda walked us through complex case studies, forcing us to think through a differentiated diagnosis step-by-step. This training proved to be essential, as it mirrored the exact kind of critical thinking required to ace the NCMHCE's case vignettes. The structure of the program and Lynda's leadership created an environment where we could thrive, learn from our mistakes, and ultimately succeed."

Brianna A

— Brianna A.

"Working under Lynda Simon-Taylor was an absolute game-changer for my career and my professional development. I came into my internship with a lot of theoretical knowledge but was struggling to bridge the gap to practical application, which is exactly what the NCMHCE tests. Lynda's one-on-one coaching was invaluable. She didn't just tell me what to do; she taught me how to think critically about case scenarios. Her trainings on Proper Documentation and Treatment Planning gave me the confidence to not only write comprehensive, client-centered plans but to do so in a way that met all ethical and legal standards. Thanks to her guidance and patient mentorship, I passed the NCMHCE on my first attempt and feel completely prepared for my role as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor."

Danielle G

— Danielle G.

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