I hesitate as I begin to write this column because I am aware there are strong feelings and different opinions concerning an ongoing issue in our association. As the overarching professional organization with the responsibility to represent the counseling profession, we must begin to bring some resolution to this issue to prevent splintering
Category: From the President
This month, American Counseling Association members and many other professional counselors will be attending the ACA 2012 Annual Conference & Expo in San Francisco. Throughout the year, ACA divisions and state branches provide opportunities for counselors to attend information-packed events ranging from learning institutes to extensive conferences with a variety
In my columns, I have presented what to me have been some exciting developments and additional recognition for us as professional counselors. As I reflect on those developments and think about the significant progress that our profession has made, I would like to share what I envision as a next step
Nearly 25 years ago, I wrote an editorial for the CACREP Connection newsletter titled “Fish or Cut Bait.” Recent communication and activities related to the possible proliferation of groups desiring to accredit professional counseling programs is of concern to me, so I feel compelled to write a sequel to that
As I have traveled around the country talking with professional counselors and have received weekly emails from other professional counselors, it has become apparent to me that many of the concerns of ACA members are directly related to the activities of a group usually referred to as the “20/20 Commission.” The formal
As you have been able to tell if you have been reading my columns, I strongly believe that the future of the counseling profession might be determined to a large degree by the ability of our national organization (the American Counseling Association) and each state counseling organization (branches) to present a
It is empowering to me as a professional counselor to observe our positive growth as a part of the mental health team during the past several years. I recently had the opportunity to attend the presentation of the Voice Awards in Hollywood. I came away feeling that ACA and professional counselors
I am writing this column as I return from the annual ACA Institute for Leadership Training. My experiences during the week instilled in me an added enthusiasm and confidence that our professional association is alive and well. There were folks in attendance from 45 states and 16 ACA divisions. There were
For me, one of the most positive rewards of American Counseling Association membership is the opportunity to network and develop relationships with other professional counselors. I am convinced that through the years, what I have received in friendships and communication has been worth every cent that I have spent on
For years, I have read the president’s message in Counseling Today. With each article, I felt I came to know about and understand more clearly the direction of our profession and the individuals chosen to lead us for short periods of time. I hope that with these monthly columns, I can