ACSW: Academy of Clinical Social Workers
A certification for clinical social workers demonstrating advanced skills.
AMFT: Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
An associate-level license for professionals providing therapy to couples and families.
APCC: Associate Professional Clinical Counselor
An associate-level license for clinical counseling under supervision.
APRN: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
A registered nurse with advanced clinical training, often in mental health care.
ATR-BC: Registered Art Therapist - Board Certified
A therapist specializing in art as a form of psychotherapy.
BC-DMT: Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist
A therapist using movement for emotional expression and healing.
CAC-AD: Certified Associate Counselor - Alcohol and Drug
A counselor certified to assist with alcohol and drug addiction treatment.
CADC: Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
A counselor certified to treat individuals with substance use disorders.
CAGS: Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study
A post-master’s degree focusing on advanced professional skills.
CAMF: Certified Anger Management Facilitator
A professional certified to provide anger management counseling.
CAP: Certified Addictions Professional
A professional certified to address addiction and substance abuse.
CAPT: Certified Advanced Practice Therapist
A therapist certified to provide advanced therapeutic services.
CCADC: Certified Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor
A professional certified to provide clinical addiction counseling.
CCH: Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist
A therapist certified in using hypnosis for mental health treatment.
C.C.I.: Certified in Crisis Intervention
A professional certified to provide immediate support in crisis situations.
CCMHC: Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor
A counselor certified in clinical mental health care.
CCSW: Certified Clinical Social Worker
A social worker certified to provide clinical mental health services.
C.E.C.R.: Certified in Emergency Crisis Response
A professional certified in handling emergency mental health crises.
CHT: Certified Hypnotherapist
A professional certified to use hypnosis as a therapeutic tool.
CMAT: Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist
A therapist certified to treat clients with multiple addictions.
CMFT: Certified Marriage and Family Therapist
A therapist certified to work with couples and families.
CMSW: Certified Master Social Worker
An advanced certification in social work.
CpastC: Certified Pastoral Counselor
A counselor certified in providing spiritual and psychological guidance.
CPLC: Certified Professional Life Coach
A professional coach certified to support personal development.
CRC: Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
A counselor who helps individuals with disabilities achieve personal, career, and independent living goals.
CSAC: Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
A counselor certified to work with individuals facing substance abuse issues.
CSAT: Certified Sex Addiction Therapist
A therapist specialized in treating sex addiction and related issues.
DAPA: Diplomate, American Psychotherapy Association
A distinguished certification in psychotherapy from the American Psychotherapy Association.
DCEP: Diplomat Comprehensive Energy Psychology
A practitioner certified in using energy psychology for therapeutic purposes.
DDiv: Doctor of Divinity
A doctoral degree in theology and religious studies.
DMin: Doctor of Ministry
A professional doctoral degree focused on ministry practice.
DNP: Doctor of Nursing Practice
A clinical doctoral degree for advanced practice nurses.
DO: Doctor of Osteopathy
A medical degree with a holistic approach to treatment.
DSW: Doctor of Social Work
An advanced degree in social work practice and leadership.
EdD: Doctor of Education
A doctoral degree focused on education and leadership.
FNP-BC: Family Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified
A board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in family care.
LAADC: Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor
A licensed professional specializing in advanced addiction counseling.
LADC: Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor
A state-recognized license for addiction counseling.
LAMFT: Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
An entry-level license for marriage and family therapists.
LASAC: Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor
An entry-level license for substance abuse counseling.
LCMHC: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
A licensed counselor specializing in clinical mental health care.
LCPC: Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
A state-recognized license for providing professional counseling services.
LCSW: Licensed Clinical Social Worker
A state-recognized license for clinical social work practice.
LCSW-C: Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical
A social worker licensed to provide clinical mental health services.
LGSW: Licensed Graduate Social Worker
A social worker licensed at the graduate level, typically working under supervision.
LICSW: Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
A social worker licensed to practice independently in clinical settings.
LIMHP: Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner
A licensed practitioner able to provide mental health care independently.
LISW: Licensed Independent Social Worker
A licensed social worker who practices independently.
LMFT: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
A licensed therapist specializing in relationships and family dynamics.
LMHC: Licensed Mental Health Counselor
A licensed counselor specializing in mental health.
LP: Licensed Psychologist
A licensed professional specializing in psychology and mental health.
LPA: Licensed Psychological Associate
A licensed associate qualified to provide psychological services under supervision.
LpastC: Licensed Pastoral Counselor
A licensed counselor integrating spiritual guidance with mental health care.
LPC: Licensed Professional Counselor
A licensed counselor specializing in mental health services.
LPCC: Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
A licensed counselor providing clinical mental health services.
LPCMH: Licensed Professional Counselor of Mental Health
A licensed counselor specializing in mental health care.
LPE: Licensed Psychological Examiner
A licensed professional specializing in psychological assessments.
LSATP: Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner
A licensed practitioner specializing in substance abuse treatment.
LSCSW: Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker
A licensed social worker specializing in clinical practice.
LSW: Licensed Social Worker
A social worker licensed to provide mental health services under supervision.
MAOP: Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology
A degree focused on applying psychology to organizational settings.
MEd: Master of Education
A graduate degree focused on education theory and practice.
MS: Master of Science
A graduate degree in science-related fields.
MSEd: Master of Science in Education
A graduate degree in education science.
MSN: Master of Science in Nursing
An advanced degree for registered nurses specializing in clinical practice.
MSW: Master of Social Work
A graduate degree in social work focusing on clinical practice.
NBCCH: National Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist
A therapist certified to use hypnotherapy in mental health treatment.
NBCDCH: National Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Hypnotherapy
A certified expert in clinical hypnotherapy.
NCC: National Certified Counselor
A national certification for professional counselors.
NCPsyA: Nationally Certified Psychoanalyst
A certified professional in psychoanalysis.
NCSC: National Certified School Counselor
A counselor certified to work in educational settings.
NCSP: Nationally Certified School Psychologist
A psychologist certified to work in school settings.
PLPC: Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor
A provisional license for professional counselors working under supervision.
PMHNP-BC: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified
An advanced practice nurse specialized in mental health care.
PsyD: Doctor of Psychology
A professional degree in psychology with a focus on clinical practice.
RAS: Registered Addiction Specialist
A professional certified to treat clients with addiction disorders.
RDT: Registered Drama Therapist
A therapist using drama and role-play as therapeutic tools.
REAT: Registered Expressive Arts Therapist
A therapist using multiple forms of creative expression in therapy.
RPT: Registered Play Therapist
A therapist specializing in play therapy for children.
RPT-S: Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor
A play therapist with supervisory responsibilities.
SAP: Substance Abuse Professional
A professional specializing in substance abuse counseling and treatment.
SEP: Somatic Experiencing Practitioner
A practitioner specializing in trauma resolution through body awareness.
TLLP: Temporary Limited License Psychologist
A temporary license for psychologists working under supervision.