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.
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.
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.
CCADC: Certified Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor
A professional certified to provide clinical addiction counseling.
C.E.C.R.: Certified in Emergency Crisis Response
A professional certified in handling emergency mental health crises.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
LASAC: Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor
An entry-level license for substance abuse counseling.
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.
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.
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.
MS: Master of Science
A graduate degree in science-related fields.
MSN: Master of Science in Nursing
An advanced degree for registered nurses specializing in 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.
REAT: Registered Expressive Arts Therapist
A therapist using multiple forms of creative expression in therapy.
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.
TLLP: Temporary Limited License Psychologist
A temporary license for psychologists working under supervision.