ABOUT THE ACADEMY

Welcome to the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies (A-CBT)

Our organization is dedicated to advancing the field of cognitive and behavioral therapies through providing high-quality certification and training programs. We are a community of professionals who are passionate about helping individuals with mental health disorders live their best lives through evidence-based therapies.

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At A-CBT, we offer a range of certification and training programs for CBT therapists.


Our programs are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to become an effective and compassionate certified Cognitive and Behavioral Therapist. Whether you are just starting your career in CBT therapy or looking to expand your knowledge and professional development, we have the right program for you.

/ What We Offer

/ Member Benefits

We offer a variety of training courses that cover a wide range of topics in cognitive and behavioral therapies. Our home study training programs are designed to be flexible, so you can learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. Our experienced and industry leading instructors are experts in the field of CBT and are committed to helping you succeed.

As a member of A-CBT, you will have access to our online community where you can connect with other therapists, share your knowledge and experiences, and stay up-to-date on the latest news and developments in the field.

/ Professional Development

/ Serving Our Communities

We also provide ongoing professional development opportunities to ensure that our members are up-to-date on the latest research and trends in the field of cognitive and behavioral therapies. Our conferences and committees are a great way to network with other professionals in the field of CBT and learn from leading experts.



The Academy provides access to individuals seeking therapy to the leading cognitive and behavioral therapists in the world through our Find A Therapist feature.


Industry Leaders, Driven By Excellence

LEADERS IN CBT TRAINER CONSULTING


With over 130 Certified Trainer Consultants, the Academy is prepared to offer world leaders in the area of cognitive and behavioral therapies to address your training needs.

LEADERS IN CBT CERTIFICATION


With over 1,200 Certified Cognitive & Behavioral Therapists, the Academy is a world leader in CBT Certification.



LEADERS IN CBT TRAINING


With over 1,000 CBT Training Services provided to public entities, higher education, and healthcare provider systems, the Academy has CBT Training Services to meet your needs.


Meet Our Board of Directors

Every member of our board of directors is a thought leader who has made significant contributions to Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy worldwide.    

We are thankful for the unique set of skills and expertise they each bring to our organization. 

 

President,  Stefan G. Hofmann, Ph.D.

Welcome to our community. I am honored to serve as your president. The Academy is quite unique. Our mission is to support continuing education and research in cognitive-behavioral therapies and to provide a resource in these treatments for professionals and the public at large.


We actively work towards the identification and certification of clinicians skilled in these evidence-based therapies. Certification is awarded to those individuals who, based upon an objective evaluation, have demonstrated an advanced level of expertise in cognitive-behavioral therapies. The Academy includes physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other mental health professionals from around the world. To date, there are over 1000 Members of the Academy.


We are a multidisciplinary certifying organization specifically for cognitive-behavioral therapies that evaluates applicants' knowledge and ability before granting certification. Certification by the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies indicates to the public, potential employers, and other clinicians that the individual is a skilled therapist.


Again, welcome!

A-CBT Board

Jamie L. Schumpf, Psy.D.

President Elect

The Academy is a vital link between cognitive therapists, researchers, and the diverse communities we serve. As a Board member, I’m honored to represent so many passionate, dedicated, and wonderfully supportive colleagues committed to evidence-based practice.

 

Elaine Elliott-Moskwa, Ph.D.

Past President

I have served on the board of A-CBT since 2015. The Academy is my professional home and has been a source of inspiration, information, and connection with colleagues worldwide.

 

Scott Waltman, PsyD, ABPP

Secretary

I have a deep love for the Academy. It is my professional home. This is the best place for therapists from the broad range of cognitive and behavioral therapies to connect with each other.

 

Denise D. Davis, Ph.D.

Treasurer

Members of A-CBT share a deep commitment to the highest standards of mental health care. As a Founding Fellow and Trainer/Consultant since 2000 (member #246), and Board of Directors Treasurer since 2018, it is an honor to participate in this community of excellence.

 

Janee Steele

Board Member-At-Large

The advancement of culturally responsive CBT is a primary goal in my
work as a CBT therapist and scholar. Being on A-CBT’s Board of
Directors connects me to other likeminded professionals who have also
made commitments to ensuring cultural sensitivity in the application
of CBT among diverse populations.

 

Mudita A. Bahadur, Ph.D.

Board Member-At-Large

I have been a Fellow with the Academy since 2003, and an active Trainer-Consultant since 2014. As part of the Board of Directors, I seek to enhance the Academy’s goals of training with a focus on diversity and inclusion, increasing international members, and fostering a culturally and developmentally sensitive approach to CBT.   

 

Lizbeth Gaona, LCSW

Board Member-At-Large

As a bicultural and bilingual woman of color- a Latina, being the chair of the Diversity Action Committee (DAC) of the Academy has been fully aligned with both my personal and professional values. I am proud of the Academy for supporting the efforts of the DAC, and I welcome the opportunity for continued growth in the area of Diversity within the A-CBT Community.


 

Joel Becker

Board Member-At-Large

At this stage in the evolution of CBT, I believe the Academy will have the important task of credentialing CBT clinicians using a broad umbrella and inviting diversity in both the membership and the approaches currently empirically validated.