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Cuts to the Health and Human Services Department
Apr 3, 2025|2 min read
The Trump Administration has begun a reduction in force for the Health and Human Services Department (HHS). The Administration plans to lay off up to 10,000 employees across several agencies within the department.
乐博传媒Awards Recognize Achievement and Excellence in Professional Counseling
Mar 27, 2025|3 min read
Orlando, Fla. (March 27, 2025) 鈥 Each year, the 乐博传媒 (ACA) recognizes excellence in research, career and humanitarian achievement among counseling professionals and students with its awards and honors program.
Counseling Experts Present Latest Research at the 2025 乐博传媒Conference & Expo, March 27-29 in Orlando, Fla.
Mar 24, 2025|5 min read
More than 150 posters to be presented covering nicotine dependence and cognitive function among young adults to mental health implications of forced family separation at the border and more.
乐博传媒Conference to Feature Sessions on Climate Change, Today鈥檚 Political Landscape, Impact of the Loneliness Epidemic on Youth & More
Mar 24, 2025|5 min read
The 2025 乐博传媒Conference & Expo, the premier professional development and networking event for professional counselors, will feature 200+ education sessions, organized across 24 mental health and counseling topic areas.
Boynes Announces Departure; 乐博传媒Governing Council Announces Plans for Interim Leadership
Mar 21, 2025|2 min read
Shawn Boynes, CEO, has announced his departure effective April 15, 2025. During his tenure, Boynes oversaw a 10% cumulative revenue growth, implemented a focused strategic plan, & launched the 乐博传媒Strategic Partner Network.
Continuing Resolution Extends Telehealth Through September
Mar 20, 2025|1 min read
On March 14, Congress passed a continuing resolution (CR) to fund the federal government through September 30. This averted a federal government shutdown and largely maintains federal funding levels...
Artificial Intelligence Policy and Counseling
Mar 18, 2025|2 min read
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is advancing rapidly and becoming increasingly embedded in everyday life. While it has the potential to revolutionize the counseling profession, enhancing both practice and accessibility, it also presents significant risks.
The U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Case on Conversion Therapy Ban
Mar 13, 2025|3 min read
On March 9, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to review Chiles v. Salazar to rule on the constitutionality of Colorado鈥檚 ban on conversion therapy during the 2025-2026 term.
The Expiration of Telehealth Extensions
Mar 4, 2025|1 min read
The most recent telehealth extension is set to expire on Monday, March 31, 2025. Along with our coalition partners, we have engaged congressional leaders to highlight the critical need for telehealth services...
Government Funding Deadline Quickly Approaching
Mar 4, 2025|1 min read
As we approach the midpoint of the 2025 federal fiscal year (FY), the federal government continues to operate under a Continuing Resolution (CR) set to expire on Friday, March 14.
House Passes Budget Resolution That Threatens to Reduce Medicaid
Feb 28, 2025|2 min read
Earlier this week in a 217-215 vote, the House of Representatives passed a budget resolution that marks the beginning of efforts to reshape the Medicaid program.
SimplePractice Joins the 乐博传媒Strategic Partner Network
Feb 27, 2025|3 min read
The 乐博传媒 (ACA) is pleased to announce the addition of SimplePractice to its Strategic Partner Network. This move expands the long-standing relationship between the two organizations.
乐博传媒Elects Victoria Kress as 2025鈥2026 President-Elect
Feb 5, 2025|1 min read
We are pleased to announce the 2025鈥2026 乐博传媒President-Elect. Victoria Kress, PhD, has been to elected 乐博传媒leadership and will begin her term on July 1, 2025.
乐博传媒Engages 119th Congress on Mental Health Priorities
Jan 13, 2025|2 min read
乐博传媒proudly participated in January welcome receptions for the 119th Congress. 乐博传媒met with lawmakers to address America鈥檚 growing mental health crisis and advocate for Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs)
Reflections on the 2024 SAMHSA OBHE Conference: A Milestone for Behavioral Health Equity
Dec 24, 2024|2 min read
2024 SAMHSA Office of Behavioral Health Equity (OBHE) Conference, themed "Re-Envisioning the Behavioral Health Workforce Focusing on Underserved Communities," highlighted transformative efforts to promote equity in mental health & substance use care.
乐博传媒Responds to APA's Recommendations for Training, Licensure and Regulations for Masters-Degree Psychology Professionals
Dec 5, 2024|2 min read
ACA鈥檚 Governing Council submitted a public statement to APA鈥檚 鈥淧roposed Title and Draft Scope of Practice鈥 during the comment period, which ended on November 24, 2024.
Washington, D.C. Signs Interstate Counseling Compact Legislation
Oct 31, 2024|2 min read
The dream of many licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines continues to move forward with Mayor Muriel Bowser signing Counseling Compact legislation for enactment in her city.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) October Developments
Oct 21, 2024|2 min read
CMS鈥檚 Office of Minority Health shared the Coverage to Care initiative and the Roadmap to Behavioral Health to help people understand what behavioral health and substance use services are available.
DOE Funding for School-Based Mental Health Services
Oct 18, 2024|2 min read
On October 17th, the Department of Education announced it will provide $70 million in grants to support school-based mental health services.
Senators Urge Permanent Extension of Telehealth Flexibilities for Medicare Beneficiaries
Oct 3, 2024|2 min read
A bipartisan group of Senators sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Shumer (D-NY) and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) urging them advance the CONNECT for Health Act, which would permanently extend telehealth Medicare beneficiaries.
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