Membership Registration and Benefits
Full
Membership
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access to the Member-Portal - Discussion Forum(s) (replaces listserve) where you can post and learn about relevant practice, training, and research opportunities for CBT practitioners and confer with other members throughout Canada and the world
receive priority registration for webinar series’ commissioned by CACBT on topics relevant to CBT practice in Canada
be eligible to apply for certification in CBT through CACBT
if certification status is achieved, be featured on our “Find a Certified Therapist” directory
enjoy deeply discounted registration rates for the annual CACBT conference and conferences of partner organizations
join a network of skilled and collegial mental health professionals interested in CBT and its practice
ability to list a workshop at no charge on the CACBT CBT Training webpage and/or circulate via our Discussion Forum in the Member Portal
ability to develop and strengthen your leadership skills by running for a seat on the CACBT Board of Directors or joining a CACBT Committee (e.g. Membership, Communications & Advocacy, Certification Task Force)
members are entitled to a 15% discount on all trainings offered through Sick Kids Community Centre for Community Mental Health Learning Institute (CCMH Learning Institute)
receive Park'N Fly discounts: save as much as 40% (depending on the destination), complimentary EV charging at select locations and optional detailing and oil change services. The CACBT discount is applicable for both business and leisure travel
Student
Membership
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student-specific events at the annual CACBT conference, such as a student symposium (an excellent way to build your CV)
opportunities for further involvement with CACBT through volunteer work (e.g. serve on the board as a Student Affiliate Representative)
opportunities for networking with other students and professionals
access to information regarding training, research, and employment opportunities in CBT through our website and the Member Portal - Discussion Forum(s) (replaces listserve)
significantly discounted registration fees for the annual CACBT conference
Eligibility for student-specific awards presented at the annual CACBT conference (e.g. the Student Travel Award, the Jack Rachman Award for Outstanding Research Poster, the Keith Dobson Award for Outstanding Clinical Poster, and an award for students who are Indigenous, Black, or People of Colour)
receive Park'N Fly discounts: save as much as 40% (depending on the destination), complimentary EV charging at select locations and optional detailing and oil change services. The CACBT discount is applicable for both business and leisure travel
Retired
Affiliate
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access to the Member-Portal - Discussion Forum(s) (replaces listserve) where you can post and learn about relevant practice, training, and research opportunities for CBT practitioners and confer with other members throughout Canada and the world
receive priority registration for webinar series’commissioned by CACBT on topics relevant to CBT practice in Canada
enjoy deeply discounted registration rates for the annual CACBT conference and conferences of partner organizations
join a network of skilled and collegial mental health professionals interested in CBT and its
receive Park'N Fly discounts: save as much as 40% (depending on the destination), complimentary EV charging at select locations and optional detailing and oil change services. The CACBT discount is applicable for both business and leisure travel
If CACBT Certification Status is achieved, our Certified Members also gain access to:
Listing in the public “Find a Certified Therapist” directory
Eligibility to being included on the Clinical Consultants List
Eligibility to become a Retired Affiliate upon retirement (subject to criteria)
Enhanced professional recognition and credibility
Additional benefits for you, your clients, and your practice. Read more.
Membership Categories and Rates
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Full Members are licensed or registered with a regulated health profession. As a Full Member, you will enjoy numerous benefits, including voting rights (e.g. at the Annual General Meeting) and eligibility to serve on the Board of Directors or Committees. Full Member’s include all active members (non-student) who have paid the current yearly membership fee. Full Members also includes: Certified, Fellows, Founding, Indigenous Members*.
* For Full Members who identify as Indigenous, membership is free of charge. This is part of CACBT's commitment to help improve the availability of and access to cognitive-behavioural interventions that have been culturally adapted for Indigenous peoples.
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Student Membership is open to individuals enrolled in a post-secondary program of study related to mental health (e.g., counselling, medicine, nursing, psychiatry, psychology, social work, occupational therapy) as well as recent graduates actively pursuing graduate-level training in a related discipline (e.g., during a gap year).
For Student Members who identify as Indigenous, membership is free of charge. This is part of CACBT's commitment to help improve the availability of and access to cognitive-behavioural interventions that have been culturally adapted for Indigenous peoples.
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For members who are retiring but want to remain connected to CACBT, we offer the free "Retired Affiliates" option. If you meet the following criteria, you are eligible to become a Retired Affiliate with CACBT:
You are no longer practicing
You have been a CACBT member for at least 5 of the last 10 years
AND at least ONE of the following: Currently a Certified Member, a Past Board Member or a Fellow
Retired Affiliates will continue to have access to the CACBT Member Portal and Workspace Discussion Forums. While there is no fee to become a Retired Affiliate, individuals will be required to renew their membership annually to keep our records current.
Renewing Your Membership?
When it’s time to renew, you will automatically receive a reminder through the Member Portal. For added convenience, you can also log into the Member Portal anytime to complete your renewal or update your records. Existing CACBT members must renew by December 31 to avoid late administrative fees.
Our membership benefits continue to grow! Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.