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Brian D. Banks Joins the ֲý as Its Next CEO

The ֲý (ACA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian D. Banks as its new chief executive officer. Banks is a nationally recognized leader in government affairs, public policy and strategic advocacy.

Latest News

  • Take Action: Federal Student Loan Caps Threaten Access to Counseling Programs
    Nov 21, 2025|2 min read

    As part of provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), starting July 1, 2026, the Department of Education (ED) could be making significant changes to federal student loan limits.

  • Government Shutdown Ends
    Nov 13, 2025|2 min read

    After 43 days, the federal government will reopen. Congress has passed, and President Trump has signed, a Continuing Resolution (CR) that will fund the federal government through January 30, ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.

  • October Issue of Journal of Counseling & Development Released Today
    Oct 1, 2025|3 min read

    The October print issue of the Journal of Counseling & Development (JCD), the quarterly flagship journal of the ֲý (ACA), published today. “The October issue is a diverse mix of topics needed by practicing counselors”...

Media Mentions

Published February 16, 2026 on NBC News New York

AI developers are creating opportunities to explore relationships with chatbots and to use AI technology to search for human companionship. However, results from a new survey of over 700 ֲýcounselors show concern about developing unhealthy dependencies on chatbots.

Published February 13, 2026 on NBC News New York

There’s growing concern about the ability of AI to displace humans in the workforce. ACA’s AI Work Group co-chair, Russell Fulmer, talks with NBC News about what counselors are hearing from their clients.

Published February 11, 2026 on NBC News New York

Emerging AI technology is making it possible to create AI versions of deceased loved ones. But in a new survey of ֲýcounselors, 89% says that these new grief bots interrupt the grieving process.

Published February 9, 2026 on NBC News

More the 700 ֲýcounselors participated in an NBC News survey about the use and impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on mental health. Olivia Uwamahoro, co-chair of ACA’s AI Work Group, explained why counselors are skeptical of the future of AI on mental health and wellness.

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