Supporting Justice

From crisis response to courtroom testimony, counselors play many roles in the field of forensic mental health.

War Zone Counseling

Counseling civilians in Ukraine means David A. Olges has had to change his approach and assumptions.

Grieving with Guardrails

Counselors provide critical support in preventing suicide from rippling through a community.

Sex Education: Let’s Talk About It

Biases and discomfort around sexuality lead to a critical gap in counselor training.

Munch, Click, Mmmm: The Sounds That Make People Angry

Misophonia can disrupt daily life and cause emotional and physical distress.

Leading with Heart and Heritage

With a deep commitment to service, education and equity, M. Elsa Soto Leggett brings lived experience and family legacy to her new post as ACA president.

The Rise of Resilience

Debra Ainbinder, PhD, LPC, ACS, has had numerous lived experiences with cultivating resilience in her life. She developed a passion for psychology at an early age. In high school, friends often turned to her for advice, and she wanted to be equipped...

Disaster Counseling

The U.S. has faced a record number of natural disasters, from hurricanes to wildfires, resulting in staggering damage. As communities rebuild, the mental health toll on survivors intensifies, demanding a shift in how professional counselors respond.

Transform Your Note-Taking

Early in her career, working for a community mental health agency, Lisa Henderson, LPC-MHSP, would meet with clients and go back to the office to type her handwritten notes into an electronic health record.

The Anger Mask

Women’s anger may be boiling over, but it’s still not socially acceptable to express it.

Counseling Among Friends

When friendships crack, some people seek support through friendship counseling, an emerging practice area.

The Heart of Couples Counseling

Mark Saunders shares how his marriage inspired a mission to counsel other couples.