Becoming a Certified Self-Compassion-Based Psychotherapist
Certification is verification of a mental health professional’s competence whereas the designation of trained in Self-Compassion in Psychotherapy simply recognizes that a person has completed the SCIP training.
*These fees are non-refundable*
Once you submit your application fee, an email will be sent with the application form and further guidance. From this point, the follow on steps and tracking of requirements are the applicants sole responsibility.
Please email professionaltraining@centerformsc.org for any inquiries on the SCIP Training Pipeline or Certification process, as these fees will not be refundable and not eligible for a payment plan.
SCIP Certification Registration Fee - Step 1
SCIP Certification Registration Fee - Step 1
This is payment for Step 1 of the Certified Self-Compassion-Based Psychotherapist (SCIP-C) Process. If you are not sure you have reached this step please refer to the Certification Process Informational Page Here.
Starting the Process
The SCIP Level C Certification marks the culmination of the Self-Compassion in Psychotherapy (SCIP) training pathway. This professional credential recognizes clinicians who have deeply integrated self-compassion into their therapeutic work and demonstrated advanced clinical skill, reflective practice, and ethical presence.
Registering at this level is the beginning of your Certification journey.
The registration fee supports the administration, tracking, and coordination of your certification process, ensuring that your progress, from initial enrolment through supervision and final review, is monitored, supported, and recorded by CMSC’s Professional Training team.
Overview of the Certification Pathway
The certification process consists of five key stages:
- Registration with CMSC Professional Training
- Collaborative Assessment (CA) – 3 sessions
- Supervision Sessions – 5 sessions
- Portfolio Review and Exit Interview – 2 sessions
- Final Certification Review by CMSC
A minimum of 10 supervision sessions is required, including the Collaborative Assessment, with supervision focused on clinical skill development, reflective practice, and competency assessment.
Through a structured supervision process, candidates receive individualized guidance and feedback to support their ongoing growth as self-compassion-informed psychotherapists.
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