Mental Health Professionals
Your Mental Health is a critical part of your overall health. There are a variety of Mental Health Professionals that have specialized in specific fields to give you the very best care. Below are some definitions to help you find the right caregiver.
CLC, CNLP, CHWC, and CPC are types of Coaches. For more information about various coaching certifications, visit the International Coaching Federation’s website at https://www.ipeccoaching.com/blog/3-types-of-coaching-certifications-definitions-differences.
LCDC stands for Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselors. For more information about LCDCs, visit the website of the Texas Department of Health and Human Services for the Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Program at https://hhs.texas.gov/doing-business-hhs/licensing-credentialing-regulation/professional-licensing-certification-unit/licensed-chemical-dependency-counselor-program.
LCSW, LMSW-AP, LMSW, LBSW are types of social workers. For more information about social workers, visit the website of the Texas State Board of Social Workers Examiners at https://www.dshs.texas.gov/socialwork or call (512) 719-3521.
A LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. A LMFT Associate is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate. For more information about marriage and family therapists, visit the website of the Texas State Board of Examiners of Marriage and Family Therapists at www.dshs.state.tx.us/mft or call (512) 834-6657.
A LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor. A LPC-I is a Licensed Professional Counselor Intern. For more information about professional counselors, visit the website of the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors at www.dshs.state.tx.us/counselor or call (512) 834-6658.
For more information on Sex Therapists, visit https://www.healthline.com/health/sex-therapy#how-to-know-if-youneed-it.
