Advocates in Action

This October, we’re asking you to kick your advocacy efforts into high gear and join us for Advocates in Action Month!

Advocates in Action Month is an opportunity for you to make your voice heard on key issues impacting you, your clients and your community. Here’s what’s happening this month and how you can get involved:

Take Action

Workforce Development

Tell Congress to restore counselors' access to essential workforce development funding.

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Mental Health Parity

Advocate for equal access to mental health care! CAll on Congress to enforce mental health parity rules, ensuring insurance coverage for clients and fair compensation for counselors.

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Telehealth

Tell Congress to extend telehealth flexibilities and ensure access to mental health care!

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Once you've made your voice heard, don't forget to log your interactions with your legislator!

ACA EVENT

Spotlight on States

Hear from state legislators, ACA branches and ACA staff at our virtual Spotlight on States event on Wednesday, Oct. 29, at 3 p.m. ET.

Diverse group of counselors in front of the U.S. Capitol building.

Hill Day

Hundreds of counselors will gather Oct. 21-22, in Washington, D.C, to advocate for mental health and the counseling profession during our 2025 Hill Day. Over two empowering days, participants will connect with colleagues who share their passion for advocacy and gain comprehensive training to support their advocacy journey. After training, attendees participate in a series of meetings with legislators to advocate for themselves, their clients and the profession.

Registration is now closed.

Learn More About Hill Day

Contact Our Advocacy Team

advocacy@counseling.org