The New Mexico Counseling Association
Founded in 1956 as a state branch of the American Counseling Association (ACA), the NMCA encompasses a broad spectrum of groups in the field of professional counseling. We facilitating networking, collaboration and professional development.
The mission of NMCA and its divisions is to promote the professional development of counselors by improving counseling skills, providing forums in which current and future counselors may network, gaining access to relevant resources, and engaging in advocacy in an effort to better serve the needs, relationships, and hopes of our diverse New Mexico population.
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2016 Election Counselor Resource PortalThe ACA Government Affairs team has developed an online toolkit for counselors. While the ACA does not endorse any candidates for office, it does encourage people to participate in the democratic process. VIEW PORTAL
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2017 National Award NominationsThe 2017 National Award Nominations Are Due November 3! Awards will be presented at the ACA 2017 Annual Conference in San Francisco. VIEW FULL STORY
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From The PresidentWelcome to our NEW NMCA Website! This year has brought much change and enthusiasm to our organization and it is our hope that you will join us at our Annual Conference on April 28 & 29, 2017 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Albuquerque. We plan to celebrate the many… FULL STORY
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Charlottesville: Advocacy and Social JusticeOur hearts go out to all who were painfully impacted by the violence in Charlottesville, Virginia Saturday. This event poignantly reminds us we have much healing to do in our efforts to embrace difference in our communities. Please also remember that we, as counselors, can make a positive contribution by advocating… FULL STORY