Alvin has a master degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, a post-graduate certificate in Play Therapy, and is working on his doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision.
Alvin has obtained the following state and national certification and/or licenses:
Licensed Professional Counselor with Mental Health Service Provider designation (LPC/MHSP)
Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Registered Play Therapist - Supervisor (RPT-S)
National Certified Counselor (NCC)
Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS)
Alvin is also a member of the following professional organizations:
American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
Clinical Fellow
American Counseling Association (ACA)
Professional Member
Association for Play Therapy (APT)
Professional Member
Nurturing Parenting Program®
Certified Training Facilitator
The Nurturing Parenting Programs meet and exceed the Six
Protective Factors identified by the U.S. Government for the prevention and treatment of Child Abuse and Neglect.
Southern Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (SACES)
Member
Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselor Association (TLPCA)
Professional Member
Tennessee Association for Marital and Family Therapy (TNAMFT)
Clinical Member