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.


LPA: Licensed Psychological Associate

A licensed associate qualified to provide psychological services under supervision.


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.


CMAT: Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist

A therapist certified to treat clients with multiple addictions.


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.


CCSW: Certified Clinical Social Worker

A social worker certified to provide clinical mental health services.


CAPT: Certified Advanced Practice Therapist

A therapist certified to provide advanced therapeutic services.


CAMF: Certified Anger Management Facilitator

A professional certified to provide anger management counseling.


APCC: Associate Professional Clinical Counselor

An associate-level license for clinical counseling under supervision.


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.


C.C.I.: Certified in Crisis Intervention

A professional certified to provide immediate support in crisis situations.


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.


LICSW: Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker

A social worker licensed to practice independently in clinical settings.


RPT-S: Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor

A play therapist with supervisory responsibilities.


LpastC: Licensed Pastoral Counselor

A licensed counselor integrating spiritual guidance with mental health care.


LCMHC: Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor

A licensed counselor specializing in clinical mental health care.


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.


CHT: Certified Hypnotherapist

A professional certified to use hypnosis as a therapeutic tool.


CCH: Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist

A therapist certified in using hypnosis for mental health treatment.


CSAC: Certified Substance Abuse Counselor

A counselor certified to work with individuals facing substance abuse issues.


LPCC: Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

A licensed counselor providing clinical mental health services.


LPC: Licensed Professional Counselor

A licensed counselor specializing in mental health services.


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.


CMFT: Certified Marriage and Family Therapist

A therapist certified to work with couples and families.


CCMHC: Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor

A counselor certified in clinical mental health care.


CAP: Certified Addictions Professional

A professional certified to address addiction and substance abuse.


SEP: Somatic Experiencing Practitioner

A practitioner specializing in trauma resolution through body awareness.


REAT: Registered Expressive Arts Therapist

A therapist using multiple forms of creative expression in therapy.


RDT: Registered Drama Therapist

A therapist using drama and role-play as therapeutic tools.


BC-DMT: Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist

A therapist using movement for emotional expression and healing.


FNP-BC: Family Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified

A board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in family care.


LISW: Licensed Independent Social Worker

A licensed social worker who practices independently.


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.


MSEd: Master of Science in Education

A graduate degree in education science.


MS: Master of Science

A graduate degree in science-related fields.


LIMHP: Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner

A licensed practitioner able to provide mental health care independently.


LGSW: Licensed Graduate Social Worker

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


LAMFT: Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

An entry-level license for marriage and family therapists.


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.


RPT: Registered Play Therapist

A therapist specializing in play therapy for children.


EdD: Doctor of Education

A doctoral degree focused on education and leadership.


MAOP: Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology

A degree focused on applying psychology to organizational settings.


MSN: Master of Science in Nursing

An advanced degree for registered nurses specializing in clinical practice.


MEd: Master of Education

A graduate degree focused on education theory and practice.


CRC: Certified Rehabilitation Counselor

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


CSAT: Certified Sex Addiction Therapist

A therapist specialized in treating sex addiction and related issues.


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.


LCPC: Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

A state-recognized license for providing professional counseling services.


MSW: Master of Social Work

A graduate degree in social work focusing on clinical 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.


DMin: Doctor of Ministry

A professional doctoral degree focused on ministry practice.


DDiv: Doctor of Divinity

A doctoral degree in theology and religious studies.