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M. Elsa Soto Leggett Begins Term as American Counseling Association President
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Trump Administration Proposes to Expand Telehealth Benefits Permanently for Medicare Beneficiaries Beyond the COVID-19 Public Health EmergencyDec 8, 2020|2 min readCMS has proposed to permanently extend Medicare coverage of telebehavioral health services, as well as implement other flexibilities so that Medicare beneficiaries can receive convenient, high-quality care from the comfort of their home.
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House Passes Important Mental Health LegislationDec 8, 2020|2 min read
Though it remains to be seen whether the Senate will consider these measures, the House passed several mental health bills that are endorsed by ACA.
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Congressional Report Reveals Americans? Mental Health is WorseningDec 8, 2020|1 min read
More than 90 million Americans are reporting symptoms of anxiety and depression due to fears surrounding the coronavirus. ACA has been advocating for greater access to behavioral health services, particularly in rural communities.
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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
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
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