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Focusing on a challenging activity may have mental health benefits, especially for clients experiencing anxiety, depression or trauma.

The Counseling Today staff won five awards in APEX 2023, the 35th annual awards program recognizing excellence in publishing.

Treating stress that stems from racial discrimination and oppression can help address the mental health inequities Black clients face.

Edil Torres Rivera, ACA’s 72nd president, shares how his Puerto Rican heritage and the women in his life have made him the counselor and scholar he is today.

Counselors are tailoring how they approach cognitive behavior therapy to better fit the changing needs of their clients.

Learn six tips that can help you or your organization effectively advocate for the mental health profession.

The toll of racism is implicated in health and mental health disparities that can be addressed only through knowledge, awareness and a commitment to culturally responsive care.

The 72nd president of the American Counseling Association introduces himself to members and outlines his initiatives for the year.

ACA’s 2023 Virtual Hill Day provided counselors with tips on how to effectively advocate with members of Congress.

With more anti-LGBTQ+ legislation being introduced every day, counselors can take steps to advocate on behalf of their clients.