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M. Elsa Soto Leggett Begins Term as American Counseling Association President
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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
As AI Therapy Grows, Clinicians Try to Chart a Path Forward
Published August 5, 2025 in Healthcare Brew
Bots have the potential to both help and hurt the mental health crisis, and clinicians hold varied perspectives about AI for therapy. ACA’s AI work group members Russell Fulmer and Olivia Uwamahoro Williams discuss the pros and cons and are cited in this article. Read Full Article
What Does Disorganized Attachment Style look Like in Adults?
Published July 28, 2025 in WebMD
A person with disorganized attachment often wants conflicting things, so they have contradictory behavior. ACA’s President-Elect, Victoria Kress explains this attachment style and is quoted in this article. Read Full Article
Unpacking the Past (and the Groceries) With Your Therapist
Published July 11, 2025 in New York Times
More counselors are exploring cooking therapy to lead clients to breakthroughs in a novel setting. ACA’s Lynn Linde discusses this emerging method and is cited in the article. Read Full Article
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