About Us

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 facilitate networking, collaboration, and professional development.

NMCA Vision:”Thriving professional counselors who elevate the mental health and well-being of all New Mexicans.”

NMCA Mission: “We will be the trusted leading organization to enrich the professional identity of New Mexico counselors by increasing access to resources, professional development, and advocacy. We strengthen counselor well-being, competency, and career longevity to better address the needs of those they serve.”

  • Membership

    Membership in the New Mexico Counseling Association is open to persons with primary responsibilities or interests in counseling or human development. They recognize that all people need help and advisement as they experience life’s normal stages and transitions. Counselors and […]

  • Benefits Of Membership

     Purchase Membership Membership Fees Professional/Regular membership includes one division for $70. If more than one division is desired, add $20 for each additional division. Retired/Student membership includes one division for $35. If more than one division is desired, add $20 […]

  • New Mexico Counseling Association Bylaws

    Updated 6/03/2023 Pending ACA approval 4/1/2023 ARTICLE I NAME & MISSION Section 1. NAME The name of the association shall be the New Mexico Counseling Association (NMCA). All further references to the Association in these bylaws shall mean the New […]

  • Executive Board Members

    Please Welcome this 2023-2024 NMCA Executive Board NMCA President Debra Perez PHD, LPCC-S, BCTP-ll, SCPG   NMCA President Elect Jeannie Montoya, LPCC   NMCA President Elect-Elect Horace Hackney, LPCC-S, NCC   NMCA Past President 2022-2023  Arianna Trott, LPCC, NCC   […]

  • Advocacy

    The Legislature has 112 members, 70 in the House and 42 in the Senate. They are elected from districts across the state, senators for four-year terms and representatives for two-year terms. Contacting Legislators 505-986-4714 (Senate) or 505-986-4751 (House) and give […]