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Psychotherapists, psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, counselors, therapists, licensed professional counselors, licensed marriage and family therapists, psychiatrists... these are all generic labels for someone in the business of helping others with their problems. In Colorado, anyone can legally call themselves a "psychotherapist", "counselor" or "therapist". As a matter of fact, anyone can legally practice psychotherapy in Colorado, regardless of their academic education or professional training...or the lack thereof. Colorado state law requires that all practicing psychotherapists pay a fee to either be licensed as a clinical social worker, psychologist, professional counselor, or marriage and family therapist or be listed as an "unlicensed psychotherapist" in a database kept by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA). Unfortunately, there is no easy way to know who is competent, ethical or effective in helping others. However, you can learn how to interview a prospective therapist and assess whether that person matches your personal needs and concerns. |
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