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Learn about our certified and general levels of membership.


Certified Membership

ACT is the only certifying organization for cognitive-behavioral therapy that evaluates applicants' knowledge and ability of applicants from all mental health fields before granting certification. ACT’s exacting standards identify clinicians with the necessary training, experience, and knowledge to be highly effective cognitive-behavioral therapists. ACT certification indicates to consumers, potential employers, and other clinicians that the individual is a skilled cognitive therapist.

ACT certification is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated an advanced level of expertise in cognitive therapy. The Academy's certified membership include physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other mental health professionals from around the world. Diplomas have been awarded to over 700 Fellows and Certified Affiliates who are internationally recognized leaders in the field of cognitive therapy. Click here to learn more about ACT certification.

Benefits of Certification

Certification Application Process


General Membership *NEW*

ACT now offers General Membership to professionals, researchers and students who support the use of cognitive behavioral therapy to treat mental health disorders and improve health behaviors and who are dedicated to increased access to evidence-based, cost-effective models of care. Our new levels of membership will promote CBT as an effective form of treatment, disseminate information from ACT certified clinicians in the field and enhance collaborative relationships amongst individuals who utilize CBT.

These new levels of membership include:

  • Research Scientist

    ACT research scientist membership is suitable for cognitive behavioral therapy researchers who support the use of cognitive behavioral therapy to treat mental health disorders and improve health behaviors, and who are dedicated to increased access to evidence-based, cost-effective models of care. Apply online or download our paper application.

  • Professional Colleague

    ACT professional colleague membership is suitable for professional colleagues who support the use of cognitive behavioral therapy in treating mental health disorders and improving health behaviors, are dedicated in increasing access to evidence-based, cost-effective models of care, and are working in the field of mental health, public health or health care. Apply online or download our paper application.

  • Student Affiliate

    ACT student affiliate membership is suitable for graduate students who support the use of cognitive behavioral therapy in treating mental health disorders and improving health behaviors and are dedicated in increasing access to evidence-based, cost-effective models of care. Apply online or download our paper application.

General Membership Handbook
This manual includes membership information and application forms for general member applicants only. Click here to download a PDF version of the General Membership Handbook.
Membership BenefitsCertified ACT DiplomateResearch ScientistProfessional ColleagueStudent Affiliate
Premier credential for cognitive therapists
Patient referrals through online database
Online description of practices and specialties
Participation on the ACT Listserv
Access to the ACT Listserv
Subscription to Advances in Cognitive Therapy (a joint publication by ACT and IACP)
Publisher discounts
Discounted rates on ACT certification
Free posting on the ACT website to:
Publicize training programs
Promote CBT lectures
Advertise employment and internship opportunities
Recruit participants for clinical trials


Promotional Materials for ACT Membership

Click here to download .PDFs of our promotional materials for membership!



  
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