Therapist Credentials

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NCPsyA: Nationally Certified Psychoanalyst

A certified professional in psychoanalysis.


NBCDCH: National Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Hypnotherapy

A certified expert in clinical hypnotherapy.


LSATP: Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner

A licensed practitioner specializing in substance abuse treatment.


LPCMH: Licensed Professional Counselor of Mental Health

A licensed counselor specializing in mental health care.


CAGS: Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study

A post-master’s degree focusing on advanced professional skills.


APRN: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

A registered nurse with advanced clinical training, often in mental health care.


RAS: Registered Addiction Specialist

A professional certified to treat clients with addiction disorders.


LSCSW: Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker

A licensed social worker specializing in clinical practice.


TLLP: Temporary Limited License Psychologist

A temporary license for psychologists working under supervision.


CADC: Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor

A counselor certified to treat individuals with substance use disorders.


CAC-AD: Certified Associate Counselor - Alcohol and Drug

A counselor certified to assist with alcohol and drug addiction treatment.


ACSW: Academy of Clinical Social Workers

A certification for clinical social workers demonstrating advanced skills.


CAMF: Certified Anger Management Facilitator

A professional certified to provide anger management counseling.


AMFT: Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

An associate-level license for professionals providing therapy to couples and families.


DCEP: Diplomat Comprehensive Energy Psychology

A practitioner certified in using energy psychology for therapeutic purposes.


LCSW-C: Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical

A social worker licensed to provide clinical mental health services.


DAPA: Diplomate, American Psychotherapy Association

A distinguished certification in psychotherapy from the American Psychotherapy Association.


C.E.C.R.: Certified in Emergency Crisis Response

A professional certified in handling emergency mental health crises.


CCADC: Certified Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor

A professional certified to provide clinical addiction counseling.


PLPC: Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor

A provisional license for professional counselors working under supervision.


NCSP: Nationally Certified School Psychologist

A psychologist certified to work in school settings.


NCSC: National Certified School Counselor

A counselor certified to work in educational settings.


LAADC: Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor

A licensed professional specializing in advanced addiction counseling.


LASAC: Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor

An entry-level license for substance abuse counseling.


RPT-S: Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor

A play therapist with supervisory responsibilities.


LPE: Licensed Psychological Examiner

A licensed professional specializing in psychological assessments.


LP: Licensed Psychologist

A licensed professional specializing in psychology and mental health.


SAP: Substance Abuse Professional

A professional specializing in substance abuse counseling and treatment.


CPLC: Certified Professional Life Coach

A professional coach certified to support personal development.


CMFT: Certified Marriage and Family Therapist

A therapist certified to work with couples and families.


REAT: Registered Expressive Arts Therapist

A therapist using multiple forms of creative expression in therapy.


FNP-BC: Family Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified

A board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in family care.


LMHC: Licensed Mental Health Counselor

A licensed counselor specializing in mental health.


CMSW: Certified Master Social Worker

An advanced certification in social work.


LSW: Licensed Social Worker

A social worker licensed to provide mental health services under supervision.


LADC: Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor

A state-recognized license for addiction counseling.


MS: Master of Science

A graduate degree in science-related fields.


LGSW: Licensed Graduate Social Worker

A social worker licensed at the graduate level, typically working under supervision.


NCC: National Certified Counselor

A national certification for professional counselors.


NBCCH: National Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist

A therapist certified to use hypnotherapy in mental health treatment.


MSN: Master of Science in Nursing

An advanced degree for registered nurses specializing in clinical practice.


CRC: Certified Rehabilitation Counselor

A counselor who helps individuals with disabilities achieve personal, career, and independent living goals.


ATR-BC: Registered Art Therapist - Board Certified

A therapist specializing in art as a form of psychotherapy.


PMHNP-BC: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified

An advanced practice nurse specialized in mental health care.


LMFT: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

A licensed therapist specializing in relationships and family dynamics.


LCSW: Licensed Clinical Social Worker

A state-recognized license for clinical social work practice.


PsyD: Doctor of Psychology

A professional degree in psychology with a focus on clinical practice.


DSW: Doctor of Social Work

An advanced degree in social work practice and leadership.


DO: Doctor of Osteopathy

A medical degree with a holistic approach to treatment.


DNP: Doctor of Nursing Practice

A clinical doctoral degree for advanced practice nurses.


DDiv: Doctor of Divinity

A doctoral degree in theology and religious studies.