Taxonomy Code
Code:
103TA0400X
Type:
Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
Classification:
Psychologist
Specialization:
Addiction (Substance Use Disorder)
Level:
Level III - Area of Specialization
Definition:
A psychologist with a proficiency that involves the application of psychological treatment of addiction stemming from the use of alcohol and other psychoactive substances (e.g., nicotine, marijuana, cocaine, heroin) or behavioral addictions (e.g., gambling) with the aim of cessation or reduction of use and/or the amelioration of emotional, behavioral, interpersonal and other problems arising from the addictive behavior.
Version:
NCCU Provider Taxonomy Version 22.1