Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)

National bilingual association of Canadian certified counsellors and psychotherapists that promotes the professional contribution to mental health and well-being of Canadians. Advocates for counsellors and psychotherapists and the role they play in health care, education, and industry sectors. Members have access to research and evidence-based best practices, employment opportunities, continuing education, and special interest and regional chapters; student memberships also available. Individuals looking for a Canadian Certified Counsellor can search the member database for one in their area at www.ccpa-accp.ca/find-a-canadian-certified-counsellor. Talking Can Help provides information about therapy, including how to get started and whether it is the right option, costs of therapy and how to access it, and different types of therapy; see www.talkingcanhelp.ca. Office hours are 6 am to 2 pm Pacific standard time, Monday to Friday. Nonprofit society.