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

On May 30, the Trump-Vance Administration released its proposed budget for the Health and Human Services (HHS) Department.

The �ֲ���ý is pleased to announce that Upheal has been selected to join the �ֲ���ýStrategic Partner Network. Launched in 2024, the Strategic Partner Network provides companies with a year-long engagement with �ֲ���ýmembers...

In celebration of the �ֲ���ý’s 75th anniversary in 2027, �ֲ���ýis pleased to announce the development of a fully revised and expanded second edition of the �ֲ���ýEncyclopedia of Counseling, originally published in 2009.

The �ֲ���ý (ACA), the largest U.S. membership organization serving professional counselors and counselors in training, is pleased to announce the appointment of Syvonne Carter as Interim Chief Executive Officer.

On April 23, 2025, the Trump Administration issued an Executive Order (EO) and fact sheet directing an “overhaul” of the college accreditation process, stating that universities must maintain accreditation to receive federal financial aid.

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.

Orlando, Fla. (March 27, 2025) — Each year, the �ֲ���ý (ACA) recognizes excellence in research, career and humanitarian achievement among counseling professionals and students with its awards and honors program.

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.

The 2025 �ֲ���ýConference & 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.