Online Exclusives

Day two of the 2025 ACA Conference & Expo featured a discussion of strategies and resources to promote the mental health of children and youth.

As harmful rhetoric and policies fuel a growing mental health crisis, professional counselors can be vital advocates for LGBTQ+ youth.

For the average employee, being diagnosed with a mental illness can feel like a career-ender. But no matter what kind of workplace you’re in, reasonable accommodations are your right and can help make you more successful. Here’s what you need to know.

From fighting stigma to fostering healthy communication, learn how counselors can support clients in polyamorous relationships.

ACA spoke with Jadarius Evans, a master’s program student at Clemson University in South Carolina, about the challenges Black men and boys face in accessing mental health resources and the role of mental health advocacy in addressing these issues.

The 2024 U.S. presidential election is in full swing, and the country is more divided than ever between the two political parties. With so many key issues on the ballot, it makes sense that many people are feeling anxious...

While lawmakers continue to debate over how to respond to juvenile crime, counselors are working with young people in the juvenile system to process their grief and anger.

Michele Kerulis, EdD, LCPC, shares her experience as a mental health and wellness consultant during the 2024 Olympics

Matthew Fullen, PhD, LPCC, speaks about his role on a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ advisory committee and the importance of advocacy work.

A cyberattack on one of the largest health payment processing companies resulted in unpaid health claims and a loss of revenue for many mental health professionals.