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How to Trash Negative Thoughts

A recent study published in Psychological Science described an easy technique to rid oneself of negative thoughts: write them down and throw them away.

ACA gains another champion in its fight against the VA

ACA is happy to announce that through the legislative advocacy of our North Carolina members, we have another federal lawmaker stepping up to the plate for counselors!

ACA Extends Appreciation to Representative Michael Michaud

ACA would like to thank Congressman Michaud for standing with us in our fight to establish more mental health clinician positions for licensed professional counselors within the VA health care system.

Red Cross Update for DMH Volunteers

Latest update from American Red Cross on disaster mental health assistance re Hurricane Isaac: All ARC certified disaster mental health volunteers who are able to respond to Hurricane Isaac are asked to contact their local Red Cross chapter immediately.

School Counselors: Be Recognized in Counseling Today!

Tell us your story, or about a school counselor you know, who has had a positive impact on the community. Several advocacy stories will be selected and written about in Counseling Today, others will be posted online. Submission deadline is September ...

Congressman Pushes VA on Hiring Counselors

ACA is happy to announce that it has gained a champion in our effort to establish more mental health clinician positions for licensed professional counselors within the VA health care system.

Statement about the Sikh temple shooting in Wisconsin

In the wake of yet another tragic shooting, this time at Sikh temple in Oak Creek, Milwaukee, we at ACA extend our condolences to the community of Oak Creek and everyone who has been affected by this event.

ACA Remembers Colorado Shooting Victim, Counseling Student Alexander Teves

It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the death of Alexander Teves -- a member of the ACA family who was a victim of the Colorado movie theater shooting on July 19th.

ACA Extends Condolences to Colorado Victims

In the wake of last night's tragic shooting at a suburban movie theater, we at ACA extend our condolences to the community of Aurora, CO and everyone who has been affected by this event.

Lawsuit Against Augusta State University Dismissed by Federal Court

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a former Augusta State University (ASU) student who challenged the right of the counselor education program to require counselors-in-training to learn how to serve gay clients in a supportive ...

The ACA 2013 Conference & Exposition Call for Proposals

Submission deadline has expired. Submission results will be emailed August 8, 2012.

ACA Responds to Scathing Report on Veterans Affairs

Following a critical report by the Veterans Affairs Office of Inspector General (OIG) regarding severe delays in providing mental health evaluations and treatment for veterans, ACA has launched an initiative to shed light on this urgent matter, and ...

ACA provides feedback on the ASCA National Model revision

American Counseling Association President Don W. Locke has sent a letter providing feedback on the draft revision of the ASCA National Model.

ACA Update: VA Under Pressure to Improve Mental Health Treatment Access

Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (the VA) announced that it was adding Mental Health Counselors and Marriage and Family Therapists to its workforce as part of the hiring of an additional 1,900 mental health staff nationwide that VA ...

Medicare Legislative Package Expected By End of 2012

In February, the House, Senate, and President agreed to a legislative package extending Medicare physician payment rates at current levels through the end of 2012.

Appellate Court Sends Ward v. Wilbanks Back to District Court

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals issued its ruling in Ward v. Wilbanks on Friday, January 27, sending the case back to district court for a jury trial.

ACA Announces Counseling Delegation to China

ACA is sponsoring a People to People Citizen Ambassador Programs delegation to China from August 13-25, 2012 and invites professional counselors on a unique overseas cultural and professional exchange opportunity.

DoD Considering Comments on TRICARE Independent Practice Proposal Prior To Implementation

The Department of Defense issued regulations at the end of 2011 which would let licensed professional counselors practice independently within TRICARE, the health care program providing services for an estimated 9.6 million active duty service ...

Call for Proposals: 2013 Learning Institute Information & Tips

The Call for Proposals for the 2013 Conference in Cincinnati, OH will open on April 2, 2012. All Proposals for the Education Sessions must be submitted using the Online Submission Site.

Call for Proposals: 2013 Education Session Information & Tips

The Call for Proposals for the 2013 Conference in Cincinnati, OH will open on April 2, 2012. All Proposals for the Learning Institutes must be submitted using the Online Submission Site.