SoPSS: Counseling Psychology

The American Counseling Association is a not-for-profit, professional and educational organization that is dedicated to the growth and enhancement of the counseling profession.

Strives to be the go-to organization for licensed clinical mental health counselors for advocacy, education, leadership, and collaboration.

The American Psychiatric Association, founded in 1844, is the world’s largest psychiatric organization.

The American Psychological Association is the largest scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States.

Organization of rehabilitation counseling practitioners, educators, and students who are concerned with improving the lives of people with disabilities. Rehabilitation Counselors are counselors with specialized training and expertise in providing counseling and other services to persons with disability.

Supports school counselors' efforts to help students focus on academic, career and social/emotional development so they achieve success in school and are prepared to lead fulfilling lives as responsible members of society.

ACAC is a support and information network for counselors who work with children and adolescents.

Premier organization dedicated to quality education and supervision of counselors in all work settings.

Promotes greater awareness and understanding of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) issues among members of the counseling profession and related helping occupations.

Seeks to develop programs specifically to improve ethnic and racial empathy and understanding.

Accredits master’s and doctoral degree programs in counseling and its specialties that are offered by colleges and universities in the United States and throughout the world.

Premier credentialing body for counselors, ensuring that counselors who become board certified have achieved the highest standard of practice through education, examination, supervision, experience, and ethical guidelines.

Part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services dedicated to transforming the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses through basic and clinical research, paving the way for prevention, recovery, and cure.

APA Division 17 brings together psychologists, students, and international and professional affiliates who are dedicated to promoting education and training, scientific investigation, practice, and diversity and public interest in professional psychology.