Membership
Membership
CATSO members are professionals with a Master's Degree or above in a clinical field of study who performed at least 1,000 hours of supervised clinical practice involving both assessment and treatment of people with problem sexual behaviors. Supervision must be provided by professionals with recognized expertise in assessing and treating people with problem sexual behaviors. Members are considered qualified to independently provide specialized assessment and treatment services in the community and are encouraged to identify their CATSO membership to the public.
Commonly Asked Questions
Q. Is Clinical Membership to CATSO a certification?
A. No. Clinical Membership in CATSO is not a certification or license. Clinical Membership in CATSO indicates fulfilling the requirements for independent practice of specialized sex offender treatment as established by this organization. While some state agencies (e.g., the Judicial Branch Community Support Services Division and the Department of Children & Families) recognize this membership as evidence of clinical competence in this area, membership in the organization is not a form of certification.
Complete the 3 forms below to apply for membership in CATSO:
Materials should be sent to:
Membership Renewal
Please fill out the annual renewal form online. Additional documents must be sent via email to CATSOBoard@gmail.com. Payment can be made online using the link below or by cash/check at the annual meeting in January. All documents and payment must be received by February 1, 2025 to maintain membership.