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Minnesota Becomes 36th State to Sign Interstate Counseling Compact into Law

May 31, 2024| |2 min read

The dream of many licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines continues to move forward with Governor Tim Walz signing into law his state's Counseling Compact legislation.

South Carolina Becomes 35th State to Sign Interstate Counseling Compact into Law

May 22, 2024| |3 min read

The dream of many licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines continues to move forward with Governor Henry McMaster signing into law his state's Counseling Compact legislation.

Professional Counselors Love Their Work, But Not Their Earnings

May 9, 2024| |3 min read

American Counseling Association survey reveals counselors’ concerns about income, education costs and professional support.

ACA CEO Testifies on Need for Improved Mental Health Care for Black Men and Boys

May 1, 2024| |3 min read

Today, ACA CEO Shawn Boynes, FASAE, CAE, testified at a congressional hearing about the role counselors can play in providing support for Black men and boys and dismantling stigma around mental health concerns.

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Translation ACA Applauds the White House Agenda on Suicide Prevention

Apr 25, 2024|2 min read

The American Counseling Association applauds the Biden Harris Administration for a historic move in mental health advocacy and public policy -- the 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention and the Federal Action Plan.

Arizona Becomes 34th State to Sign Interstate Counseling Compact into Law

Apr 3, 2024|2 min read

The dream of many licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines continues to move forward with Governor Katie Hobbs signing into law her state's Counseling Compact legislation.

Counseling Awareness Month Honors Professionals Who Foster Mental Health and Wellness

Apr 1, 2024|3 min read

The American Counseling Association celebrates the field’s role in debunking mental illness stigma and providing care.

ACA Awards Recognize Achievement and Excellence in Professional Counseling

Mar 27, 2024|3 min read

Each year, the American Counseling Association recognizes excellence in research, career and humanitarian achievement among counseling professionals and students. This year’s awards will be presented at ACA’s 2024 Conference & Expo in New Orleans.

Biden Administration Proposes Increased Funding for Mental Health Services

Mar 20, 2024|3 min read

The mission of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is to enhance and protect the health and well-being of all Americans by providing for effective health and human services

Health Resources and Services Administration FY2025 Proposed Budget

Mar 15, 2024|2 min read

This week, the White House released the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 proposed annual budget. On Wednesday, the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) held a briefing that outlines the agency’s plan to tackle the mental health crisis ...

Department of Education FY2025 Proposed Budget

Mar 13, 2024|1 min read

On March 11, 2024, the Department of Education (DOE) held a briefing detailing the President’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Budget. The DOE requests $82.4 billion in discretionary budget authority for FY2025,

President Biden Highlights Mental Health Care in the State of the Union

Mar 11, 2024|2 min read

During the 2024 State of the Union address, President Biden made mention of mental health care. In his comments, the President unveiled elements of his administration’s strategy to address a mental health crisis of isolation and loneliness.

College Students Appear Resistant to Using 988 Crisis Phone Line

Feb 22, 2024|3 min read

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline launched across the U.S. nearly 2 years ago. But college students appear disinclined to use it, according to new research published in the Journal of Addiction & Offender Counseling

The White House Convening on Equity

Feb 21, 2024|2 min read

The White House held a forum on the Biden-Harris Administration’s dedication toward advancing equity. One year after President Biden signed the Executive Order, the Advancing Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through the Federal Government.

South Dakota Becomes Thirty-Third State to Sign Interstate Counseling Compact into Law

Feb 14, 2024|2 min read

The dream of many licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines continues to move forward with Governor Kristi Noem signing into law her state's Counseling Compact legislation.

AI Can Support — But Not Replace — Human Counselors, According to New Recommendations

Jan 25, 2024|4 min read

Artificial intelligence (AI) shows promise as a valuable support tool but the American Counseling Association (ACA) warns that consumers should not use AI as a substitute for a human counselor.

Administration Announces New Program: the Innovation in Behavioral Health Model

Jan 19, 2024|1 min read

On Thursday January 18, the U.S Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) held a behavioral health stakeholder meeting...

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Minnesota Becomes 36th State to Sign Interstate Counseling Compact into Law

South Carolina Becomes 35th State to Sign Interstate Counseling Compact into Law

Professional Counselors Love Their Work, But Not Their Earnings

ACA CEO Testifies on Need for Improved Mental Health Care for Black Men and Boys

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Translation ACA Applauds the White House Agenda on Suicide Prevention

Arizona Becomes 34th State to Sign Interstate Counseling Compact into Law

Counseling Awareness Month Honors Professionals Who Foster Mental Health and Wellness

ACA Awards Recognize Achievement and Excellence in Professional Counseling

Biden Administration Proposes Increased Funding for Mental Health Services

Health Resources and Services Administration FY2025 Proposed Budget

Department of Education FY2025 Proposed Budget

President Biden Highlights Mental Health Care in the State of the Union

College Students Appear Resistant to Using 988 Crisis Phone Line

The White House Convening on Equity

South Dakota Becomes Thirty-Third State to Sign Interstate Counseling Compact into Law

AI Can Support — But Not Replace — Human Counselors, According to New Recommendations

Administration Announces New Program: the Innovation in Behavioral Health Model

The House and Senate Vote to Pass Temporary Extensions on Government Funding

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