Mental Health Providers We Credential
Our specialized team understands the unique credentialing requirements for various mental health and behavioral health professionals.
Psychiatrists
Board-certified psychiatrists and addiction medicine specialists
Psychologists
Licensed clinical psychologists and neuropsychologists
Therapists
LCSWs, LMFTs, LPCs, and other licensed therapists
Specialists
Behavioral health specialists and counselors
Mental Health Credentialing Requirements
Educational Verification
- Medical school verification (Psychiatrists)
- Graduate psychology programs
- Doctoral degree verification
- Residency and fellowship training
- Internship completion verification
- Continuing education requirements
Licensing & Certification
- State medical licenses
- Psychology board licenses
- Clinical social work licenses
- Marriage and family therapy licenses
- Professional counselor licenses
- Substance abuse certifications
Mental Health Specialty Certifications
Psychiatry Subspecialties
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Addiction Medicine
- Geriatric Psychiatry
- Forensic Psychiatry
- Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry
- Psychosomatic Medicine
Psychology Specializations
- Clinical Psychology
- Neuropsychology
- Health Psychology
- Rehabilitation Psychology
- School Psychology
- Forensic Psychology
Therapy Specializations
- Trauma and PTSD
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Family and Couples Therapy
- Eating Disorders
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Mental Health Insurance Networks
Behavioral Health Networks
- Optum Behavioral Health
- Magellan Healthcare
- Beacon Health Options
- ValueOptions
- Cigna Behavioral Health
- Aetna Better Health
Employee Assistance Programs
- ComPsych EAP networks
- Workplace Options
- CONCERN EAP
- Life Solutions EAP
- WorkLife EAP services
- BetterHelp for Business
Mental Health Compliance Requirements
HIPAA Compliance
Enhanced privacy protections for mental health records and specialized HIPAA requirements for behavioral health providers.
42 CFR Part 2
Federal regulations for confidentiality of substance abuse treatment records and specialized disclosure requirements.
State Regulations
State-specific mental health practice regulations, scope of practice requirements, and supervision guidelines.
Mental Health Credentialing FAQ
What additional requirements exist for mental health credentialing?
Mental health providers must meet enhanced privacy requirements under HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, provide specialized training certifications, and demonstrate competency in treating specific mental health conditions.
Do I need different credentialing for substance abuse treatment?
Yes, substance abuse treatment requires additional certifications, specialized training, and compliance with 42 CFR Part 2 regulations. Many providers need dual credentialing for mental health and substance abuse.
How do behavioral health networks differ from medical networks?
Behavioral health networks often have separate credentialing processes, different reimbursement structures, specialized compliance requirements, and focus on mental health-specific quality measures.
Can I practice teletherapy with my credentialing?
Teletherapy requires additional considerations including state licensing for where patients are located, technology platform compliance, and specific credentialing for telehealth services with insurance networks.
What training is required for trauma-informed care?
Many organizations now require trauma-informed care training, specialized certifications for EMDR or other trauma therapies, and demonstrated competency in treating trauma-related conditions.
How do I get credentialed with Employee Assistance Programs?
EAP credentialing involves separate applications with EAP companies, specific training requirements, and ability to provide short-term counseling services. We manage these specialized applications.