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M. Elsa Soto Leggett Begins Term as American Counseling Association President
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ACA's 49th President, Dr. Judy Lewis, Passes AwayMar 21, 2014|1 min readDr. Lewis was a vociferous advocate for social justice and worked hard to shape and protect the important role that professional counselors play in helping clients and students enjoy a more fulfilling life. Many in the field owe her a debt of ...
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ACA in the News: Substance Abuse CounselingMar 11, 2014|1 min read
Localjobnetwork.com recently interviewed ACA member, Stephen Ratcliff for a segment called, ?I Want to Be a ? Substance Abuse Counselor.?
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ACA in the News: Op-ed on Blocked Veterans BillMar 10, 2014|1 min read
The ACA Government Affairs team recently worked with Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., on legislation that would require the Dept. of Veterans Affairs to integrate LPCs into its training programs.
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Burrow Blueprint Tackles Mental Health in Appalachian Schools
Published November 18, 2025 on The Post
Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Joe Burrow Foundation have partnered on a new program, the Burrow Blueprint, to provide and support mental health treatment in Appalachian Ohio schools. ACA Past President Christine Suniti Bhat explains the importance of providing mental health services to students in rural Appalachian Ohio. Read Full Article
Protecting Kids and Teens on TikTok
Aired September 25, 2025 on Spectrum News Columbus
More should be done to combat the dark side of social media that can endanger kids and teenagers. ACA Past President Christine Suniti Bhat discusses the dangers of social media, its influence on societal pressures on young people and the role of parental supervision in protecting them. Watch the News Segment
AI Therapist Might Be Illegal Soon. Here’s Why
Published August 27, 2025 in CNN
As AI chatbots become a popular way to access cost-free counseling and companionship, a patchwork of state regulation is emerging, restricting how the technology can be used in therapy practice. ACA’s AI work group member Russell Fulmer provides insight on using AI in counseling in this article. Read Full Article
Moving to a New Home or School Can Stress Kids Out. How to Make it More Manageable
Published August 19, 2025 on Associated Press
Transitioning to a new home or school environment can be an anxious time for kids, with worries about making new friends and adapting to new routines. ACA’s President Elect Victoria Kress provides insight on how these changes can affect kids. Read Full Article
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