Leadership & Governance

What Endures

The work counselors do today can strengthen communities for years to come.

Framing the Future

Counselors help to create stability in uncertain times.

Finding Steadiness Through Uncertainty

Hola, mi gente. As I conclude my ACA presidency, I return to a guiding principle that sustained both my leadership and our collective work: hope (esperanza). By that, I do not mean a sense of superficial optimism but the discipline to acknowledge complex

Spring Forward

In a season of renewal, counselors can reconnect and reflect at the ACA Conference & Expo.

Grounded Growth

There is a bombardment of insights and challenges. As a counselor, supervisor and counselor educator, I am curious about how 2026 will unfold and what influences will impact our counseling profession.

The Power of Joy

Small acts of celebration and connection matter in the face of injustice.

Evolution of ACA’s Governance

Over the past two years, ACA’s Governing Council — the governing body of our association, which consists of elected and appointed officers as well as elected representatives from ACA’s 19 divisions and four geographic regions...

Opportunities and Advocacy

Effective advocacy begins with small-scale actions rooted in professional values.

Strength in Unity

Counselors can shape the profession’s future by uniting with purpose and passion.

Gratitude, Reflection and Progress

Looking back on a year of growth, supported by dedicated leaders, counselors and staff.

Learn, Connect and Grow

From free member resources to upcoming events and initiatives, discover opportunities to grow professionally.

Legislative Advocacy Is Vital to the Future of Counseling

As we look to the future, I am hopeful that our collective altruism can transform our profession powerfully while retaining that quintessential element of counseling: human connection. Thank you for all you do and have a fantastic 2025!

Addressing the Mental Health of Children and Youth

The ACA president elaborates on her presidential initiative to improve the mental health of children and youth.

Finding Pride and Purpose

Meet Christine Suniti Bhat, the 73rd president of ACA, and learn about her presidential initiatives for the upcoming year.

A Year of Growth

ACA president reflects on all he has accomplished this past year

From the President: A Clear Vision Forward

ACA’s new strategic plan aligns with its visions and goals for moving the association and profession forward.

From the President: The Land on Which We Stand

Land acknowledgments are an opportunity to offer healing through honoring lived experiences, understanding the impact of colonization and balancing mourning with celebration of life.

From the President: Recent decisions regarding ACA’s governance and leadership 

ACA President Edil Torres Rivera provides an update on ACA leadership and the recent decision to reorganize the Governing Council.

From the President: Recovering historical memory

Professional counselors ... seek to empower individuals and communities to challenge and transform the systems and structures perpetuating violence and inequality.

From the President: Decolonizing and reshaping the profession

The decoloniality process will allow counselors to reshape their professional identity and become more effective in their areas of specialty.