Licensed Professional Counseling Association of New Mexico (NMCA)

Description

The New Mexico Counseling Association (NMCA), founded in 1956, is a state branch of the American Counseling Association (ACA). It is the only state association in New Mexico with a National affiliation that represents professional counselors. NMCA encompasses a broad spectrum of groups in the field of professional counseling and provides an opportunity for sharing and professional growth.

Member benefits

Division Membership
Serves a coordinating role for five divisions: New Mexico School Counselors Association (NMSCA), New Mexico Mental Health Counselors Association (NMHCA), New Mexico Career Development Association (NMCDA), New Mexico Association of Spiritual, Ethical and Religious Values in Counseling (NMASERVIC) and New Mexico Advocates for Social Justice (NMASJ).
Professional Development
Affordable locally accessible continuing education opportunities throughout the state
Provides services to help counselors meet requirements of licensure
State and Division conferences and workshops
Public Policy and Legislation
Represent counselors in State Legislatures, local jurisdictions and school boards
Lobby to have professional counselors included in appropriate legislation
Educate legislators, local officials and school board members about the importance of counseling and it's benefit's for children and adolescents
Advocacy and Community involvement
Advocate for professional counseling and our clients
Help the educate the public about counseling, the role of professional counselors, and their credentials
Get involved in public service activities of interest
National Affiliation
Closely affiliated with the American Counseling Association (ACA) and the ACA Western Region Branch Assembly
Maintains liaison with the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
Awards and recognition
Recognizes individual and groups who have rendered outstanding service to the profession of the counseling
Networking
Meet and get to know other counselors in the local area and state
Exchange information and new ideas
Mentor new counselors or be mentored
Resources and Publications
Newsletters published by NMCA and Divisions with information on recent counseling developments and opportunities
Sunspots published by NMCA quarterly
Leadership and Training
Help counselors become leaders in the Branch, Division, Regional and national levels
Ethical Responsibility
Meets ethical responsibility of counselors to "actively participate in local, state and national associations that foster the development and improvement of counseling." (ACA, p. 9)