How do I find out a therapist credentials and licensing?

Check on government/therapy/counselling/psychology association pages. If they are registered, there should be registration number and a profile.

You can look on Psychology today's website. they have all creds listed and you can narrow your search for your needs and insurance.

You can always research a therapist credentials and licensing and also research any reviews or websites they are apart of to get a better idea on who you could or would be talking to. If you do not feel comfortable with the therapists credentials or licensing that they have, do not settle. It is your decision after all and if you would feel better looking into more research, then by all means please do so. It's important to find the right therapist with the correct credentials and licensing in their line of work. The internet is our friend, but also referrals is a good way to start too.

My personal experience has been by visiting my personal physician or nurse practitioner. They have a list of reputable counselors and psychiatrists who they will be able to provide a referral to if necessary. There are so many counselors out there and the last thing you want to do is to get a hold of one who doesn't meet with your personality. That is why asking your doctor or NP is such a good idea, because they know you and can direct you to a good fit. Congratulations on taking this monumental step and seeking therapy. I wish you the very best on your journey!

To find out therapist credentials and licensing, you are more than welcome to ask them directly. It's perfectly normal and within your rights as a client to make sure that the treatment you are receiving and paying for is in line with the things you're looking to have treated. For example, if you're struggling with anxiety, you can directly ask them if they specialize in anxiety or have had clients or experience with that in the past before. You can also get a referral from your general physician or primary care doctor and see if they have any therapists with certain credentials that they can refer you to. Best of luck!

Generally, a therapist will provide you with this if asked. If they have a website, it will often list education, state of licensing, academic honors, and other meaningful information. If they do not, you may have to contact them and ask for this information.

Usually most therapists have their degress and what not on their walls in their office to sort of display their success

Each state has their own requirements for counselors to obtain licensure or certification. Some states have similar requirements while others may be entirely different. Finding those requirements via government websites, sorting through the pages of requirements and deciphering those requirements once found is a tedious task.Counselor-License.com has simplified the search process

Ask them for it, a medical profession by law if you are their client has to provide you with them if you inquire. I have individuals ask me for mine all the time due to my age.