Geek Therapy Certification

Learn the Geek Therapy® Model and Get Certified

By becoming Geek Therapy® Certified, you’ll show the world that you’ve learned our affinity-based theory, mindset, and techniques and are committed to using Geek culture and popular media in a professional and ethical manner.

Geek Therapy’s mission is to advocate for and teach the effective and meaningful use of popular media in therapeutic, educational, and community practice. Our organization stewards the Geek Therapy® model and its community through different educational activities, including the annual TAGGS conference and this certification course.

This certification is designed to be accessible to all therapists, educators, and community practitioners, regardless of education level and experience. Qualifying course requirements range in price from “pay what you wish” to $100, depending on the venue and partnering organization. No additional fees are required for the certification itself, outside of the course.

Upon successful completion of all certification requirements, participants will be included in Geek Therapy’s Referral Program of certified practitioners and partners.

Become Geek Therapy® Certified

Learn the GT® model from the Geek Therapy nonprofit organization’s instructors.

Qualifying Course

Complete a qualifying course to meet the course requirement for the certification. See list of courses below.

Required Activity Project

Submit a qualifyig Activity Project, assigned during a qualifying Geek Therapy course.

GT Referral Program-Approved

Upon certification, you will join the Geek Therapy Referral Program as an approved provider.

Requirements

Geek Therapy® Certification requires completion of the following:

  1. Completion of a qualifying Required Activity Project. (See list below.)
  2. Submit a GT Activity Project (assigned during a Geek Therapy® Course)
  3. Submit a Geek Therapy® Certification Application. (Found here.)

Qualifying Courses

The following courses meet the requirements for Geek Therapy Certification:

There are no minimum education or licensure requirements for attending a course and obtaining certification.

Geek Therapy Referral Program

The Geek Therapy Referral Program connects potential clients and research partners with Geek Therapy® Certified Professionals.

  • Potential clients looking for a therapist will request a practitioner through our referral process.
  • GT Certified practitioners will be contacted periodically to update their program information, including location, contact preference, specialities, and accepted insurance.
  • The Referral Program also serves to connect with potential mentors and research partners.

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  1. Completion of a qualifying Geek Therapy® course.

  2. Submit a GT Activity Project (assigned during a Geek Therapy® Course)

  3. Submit a Geek Therapy® Certification Application.

As part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism within the Geek Therapy community, we have established the following policy regarding certification renewal and ongoing compliance:

Certification Renewal:

The Geek Therapy Certification granted upon successful completion of the course does not require renewal. Once certified, individuals retain their certification status indefinitely.

Ongoing Compliance:

  • Despite the absence of a renewal requirement, it is expected that all certified individuals will continue to honor and adhere to the guidelines set forth by the Geek Therapy organization.
  • This includes upholding the ethical standards, practices, and usage restrictions associated with the Geek Therapy Certification, as outlined in our Trademark and Certification Usage Statement.

 

The Geek Therapy organization manages and oversees all uses of the trademark to ensure it aligns with our mission and values.

Certification Rights and Restrictions

1. Certification Title:

  • Upon successful completion of the course, attendees will be granted the title “Geek Therapy Certified.”

2. Permitted Use:

  • Certified individuals may publicly state that they are “Geek Therapy Certified.”
  • This designation can be included in professional bios, resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and other professional documentation to demonstrate their expertise and knowledge in Geek Therapy principles and practices.

3. Professional Practice:

  • Certified individuals who are therapists or practitioners are permitted to integrate Geek Therapy principles into their therapeutic services, including psychotherapy, without needing additional permission from the Geek Therapy organization. This includes using their certification as part of their overall professional services.

4. Restricted Use:

  • Certified individuals are not authorized to use the term “Geek Therapy” in any monetized capacity as a standalone product or service without explicit permission from the Geek Therapy organization. This includes, but is not limited to, selling products, standalone workshops, or seminars specifically branded as Geek Therapy.
  • The certification does not grant the right to teach Geek Therapy or offer certification courses. Only authorized instructors designated by the Geek Therapy organization may conduct such training and certify individuals.

5. Seeking Permission:

  • For any monetized use outside of providing integrated psychotherapeutic services or to obtain permission to teach Geek Therapy, certified individuals must submit a formal request to the Geek Therapy organization. Each request will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to ensure alignment with our mission and standards.

The Geek Therapy certification signifies a strong understanding and commitment to the principles of Geek Therapy. We trust that certified individuals will honor these guidelines to maintain the integrity and quality of the Geek Therapy model and brand.

For further inquiries or to request permissions, please contact us at certification@geektherapy.org.

Applicants will receive their official status notification within 7-10 days of submitting the application and certification agreement.

No. Certification does not provide continuing education credits. Qualifying course requirements may provide continuing education credits.

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