Membership

Why Join COBHC? Whether you’re an individual clinician, group practice, public benefit organization, educational institution, student intern, or community partner, COBHC provides opportunities to connect, learn, and strengthen the behavioral health workforce together.

Membership Levels

Eligibility

  • Individual Practitioner Membership

    Solo Practitioners (such as licensed psychologists, counselors, or therapists operating independently).

  • Group Practice Membership

    Behavioral health practices with multiple providers, county health departments, or larger organizations with a dedicated behavioral health department.

      • Public Benefit Membership

        If you qualify for Group Practice Membership, you may be eligible for a Public Benefit Membership if you also host interns and/or employ associates, AND meet one of the criteria below:

        • Certificate of Approval Site
        • Community Mental Health Program
        • Federally Qualified Health Center
  • Support Partner Membership

    Community-based organizations in a field adjacent to behavioral health services (such as post-secondary educational institutions, associations or health care industry serving organizations).

  • Student Intern Membership

    Students currently enrolled in an accredited behavioral health or related degree program who are completing practicum, internship, or clinical placement hours within the Central OR region. Check with your internship site to determine if they already have membership status.

  • Affiliate Membership

    Behavioral health practitioners or organizations that qualify for an Individual Practitioner, Group Practice, or Public Benefit Membership and reside and practice outside the Central Oregon (Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson counties) region, but within the East Cascades Works service area.

Membership Benefits