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Attention: CPT Codes are Changing

12.19.2012

Calling all Counselors who use CPT codes. Beginning January 1, 2013, your insurance claim will be denied if you do not use the new CPT codes. Read More...

Mental Health Response to Connecticut Shooting

12.19.2012

ACA staff are in touch with the Red Cross regarding disaster mental health assistance from the counseling profession to assist in the aftermath of the tragic shooting in Newtown, CT. Read More...

Eastern Michigan University Resolves Ward Case; ACA Ethics Code Remains Central to Program Policies

12.11.2012

After more than 3 years of legal wrangling, the case of Julea Ward v. Board of Regents of Eastern Michigan University has been resolved, with the ACA Code of Ethics remaining as a foundation for the policies guiding the school's counseling program. Read More...

ACA joins the ranks of sustainability leaders by achieving Climate Registered status

11.30.2012

ACA is proud to have achieved Climate Registered status by successfully measuring its carbon footprint according to The Climate Registry's best-in-class program, then having it third-party verified and reporting the data on The Registry's website. Read More...

ACA Promotes Mental Health/Substance Abuse Integration at Carter Center Symposium

11.13.2012

ACA attended the 28th Rosalynn Carter Symposium on Mental Health Policy on November 1 & 2 and promoted the integration of state mental health and substance abuse services. Read More...

Call to Action: Aftermath of Hurricane Sandy

11.1.2012

ACA extends its thoughts and support to those affected by Hurricane Sandy. As countless survivors struggle to cope in the aftermath of the super storm, all ARC-certified disaster mental health volunteers who are able to respond are urged to contact their local Red Cross chapter. Read More...

Countless Numbers of Returning Vets Plagued by Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

10.26.2012

Alexandria, Va. (October 26, 2012) – The American Counseling Association (ACA) began its comprehensive webinar series, Counseling Our Troops, Veterans, and Military Families: Cutting Edge Strategies, on Wednesday to train counselors in the highly specialized field of military counseling. Read More...

American Counseling Association Joins America's Promise Alliance and Its Grad Nation Campaign

10.12.2012

ALEXANDRIA, VA -- -- American Counseling Association (ACA) today announced it has become a partner of America's Promise Alliance (America's Promise) and will work with them to help reduce the nation's high school dropout rate and ensure that America's children and youth have the resources they need to lead healthy, successful lives. Read More...