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History Is Made: Missouri Allows Counselors to Practice Across State Lines

Alexandria, Va. (October 19, 2026) — As part of the historic interstate Counseling Compact agreement, Missouri is the latest state that can now start granting privileges to licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines.

History Is Made: Oklahoma Allows Counselors to Practice Across State Lines

Alexandria, Va. (October 1, 2026) — As part of the historic interstate Counseling Compact agreement, Oklahoma is the latest state that can now start granting privileges to licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines.

History Is Made: Tennessee Allows Counselors to Practice Across State Lines

As part of the historic interstate Counseling Compact agreement, Tennessee is the latest state that can now start granting privileges to licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines.

History Is Made: Wyoming Allows Counselors to Practice Across State Lines

As part of the historic interstate Counseling Compact agreement, Wyoming is the latest state that can now start granting privileges to licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines.

History Is Made: Arkansas Allows Counselors to Practice Across State Lines

As part of the historic interstate Counseling Compact agreement, Arkansas is the latest state that can now start granting privileges to licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines.

American Counseling Association Adds Insight Timer to Prestigious Strategic Partner Network

The American Counseling Association (ACA) is pleased to announce Insight Timer as the newest addition to its Strategic Partner Network. Strategic Partner Network was built for organizations that align closely with ACA’s strategic plan, mission, and goals.

American Counseling Association Forms New Advisory Council

Alexandria, Va. (July 1, 2026) — Today, the American Counseling Association (ACA) has seated its inaugural Advisory Council for 2026 to 2027, consisting of representatives from each of ACA’s 20 divisions and four regions, plus one student representative.

American Counseling Association Elects FY2027 Board of Directors

Alexandria, Va. (June 30, 2026) — The American Counseling Association (ACA) announced its new board of directors for fiscal year 2027. Terms for the new officers and directors-at-large begin on July 1, 2026 and end on June 30, 2027.

History Is Made: Indiana Allows Counselors to Practice Across State Lines

Alexandria, Va. (June 8, 2026) — As part of the historic interstate Counseling Compact agreement, Indiana is the latest state that can now start granting privileges to licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines.

History Is Made: Georgia Allows Counselors to Practice Across State Lines

Alexandria, Va. (June 2, 2026) — As part of the historic interstate Counseling Compact agreement, Georgia is the latest state that can now start granting privileges to licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines.

History Is Made: Louisiana Allows Counselors to Practice Across State Lines

As part of the historic interstate Counseling Compact agreement, Louisiana is the latest state that can now start granting privileges to licensed professional counselors to practice across state lines.

Announcing the Winners of the ACA Awards for Achievement and Excellence in Professional Counseling

Every year the American Counseling Association (ACA) recognizes excellence in research, career and humanitarian achievement among counseling professionals and students with its awards and honors program.

Supreme Court Ruling in Chiles v. Salazar Poses Serious Threat to LGBTQ+ Rights and to Professional Counselors Nationwide

Alexandria, Va. — In Chiles v. Salazar, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy, the practice of trying to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity. The March 31 ruling compromises the ethical standards...

Counseling Awareness Month Celebrates the Pivotal Work of Counselors in Strengthening Mental Health

Alexandria, Va. (April 1, 2026) — To honor and recognize the counseling profession and to increase public awareness about when and how to engage with a counselor, the American Counseling Association (ACA) celebrates Counseling Awareness Month each April.

TIPSHEET: Counseling Experts Present Latest Research at the 2026 ACA Conference & Expo, April 9–11 in Columbus, Ohio

SELECT RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS: Broaching Current Events with Clients, April 10, 9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. ET Current events can profoundly affect mental health, yet many counselors struggle with when and how to address sociopolitical realities in session.

Research Highlights at 2026 ACA Conference & Expo: Disaster’s Effect on Children, Mental Health Misinformation, How Body Acceptance Can Lead to Flourishing in Middle Age + More

The 2026 ACA Conference & Expo, the premier professional development and networking event for professional counselors, will feature 200+ education sessions, organized across 24 mental health and counseling topic areas.

New Survey Reveals Professional Counselors Concerns About Consumers Use of AI for Mental Health Therapy

With the rising popularity of artificial intelligence, consumers today are increasingly turning to AI for assistance in a variety of ways, including for mental health support.

American Counseling Association to Hold 2026 ACA Conference & Expo

The 2026 ACA Conference & Expo is the premier professional development and networking event for professional counselors.

American Counseling Association Adds TheraNest to Prestigious Strategic Partner Network

The American Counseling Association (ACA) is pleased to announce that TheraNest by Ensora Health has been selected as the newest addition to its Strategic Partner Network.

Brian D. Banks Joins the American Counseling Association as Its Next CEO

The American Counseling Association (ACA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian D. Banks as its new chief executive officer. Banks is a nationally recognized leader in government affairs, public policy and strategic advocacy.