NBCC Visions Newsletter
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An Ethics Overview: Common Violations and the Potential Consequences
January 30, 2026Ethics are the backbone of the Counseling profession, serving to protect the public and Counselors from harm. This article provides a general overview of some common infractions and the possible outcomes for Professional Counselors. Read Full Article |
The Language of Clients Who Are Adopted
January 30, 2026People who were adopted may be at higher risk of mental health and substance use disorders, yet most Counselors do not receive specific training for working with this population. We spoke with Sara Bailey, PhD, NCC, LCMHC, about the fundamentals of working with adopted clients. Read Full Article |
Test Your Knowledge With the Ethics Self-Assessment
January 30, 2026Test your knowledge of both, along with NBCC’s Principles for Artificial Intelligence in Counseling, by taking our online Code of Ethics Self-Assessment and earn 3.5 NBCC continuing education credit hours. Read Full Article |
Understanding the Upcoming Changes to the ACA Code of Ethics
January 30, 2026Lynn E. Linde, EdD, ACA Fellow, and Chief of Professional Practice at the American Counseling Association, offers insights on what will, and what will not, be changing in the upcoming updates to the ACA Code of Ethics. Read Full Article |
CCE Set to Launch First BC-TMH Code of Ethics
January 30, 2026The new BC-TMH Code of Ethics provides important protection to clinicians and clients. All BC-TMH credential holders and candidates will be required to follow the Code to maintain the credential. Read Full Article |
NBCC Awards CACREP Grants to Eight Counseling Programs
January 30, 2026We are excited to announce that eight Counseling programs have received NBCC’s 2025–2026 CACREP grants to assist with the costs of their accreditation process. Read Full Article |
Coaching and Expanding the Reach of Your Counseling Practice
December 19, 2025Though Counseling and coaching are very distinct professions, they do share some similarities. Lisa Marie Bobby, PhD, BCC, LP, LMFT, who trains Counselors in coaching, discusses the importance of dedicated training for coaches, legal and ethical considerations for Counselors, and how providing both services—separately—may help expand your reach. Read Full Article |
Diversifying Your Counseling Practice
December 19, 2025How can you diversify your Counseling practice? We spoke with Dr. Charmaine Conner about how and why to increase your professional offerings. Read Full Article |
Expand Your Practice With the Counseling Compact
December 19, 2025The Counseling Compact offers opportunities for counselors to diversify and expand their professional practice. Dr. Amanda DeDiego shares tips for successful practice under the Compact. Read Full Article |
Building a Private Counseling Practice
December 19, 2025Ann Jacob Smith, PhD, NCC, ACS, LCPC, shares her journey from early clinical research in eating disorders to building her own private group practice. Her experience highlights the importance of strong support networks, business knowledge, and specialized training for Counselors looking to start their own practice. Read Full Article |