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Unpacking Executive Orders: What They Mean for K-12 Schools & LGBTQ+ Students

Recent executive orders are shaping the landscape for K-12 education, with major implications for LGBTQ+ students and families.

Advocacy Highlights from the 2025 91µÎµÎ Conference & Expo

The 2025 91µÎµÎ Conference & Expo was a wonderful few days filled with engaging sessions, moving speakers and opportunities for fellowship. Here are a few advocacy highlights from the event...

Cuts to the Health and Human Services Department

The Trump Administration has begun a reduction in force for the Health and Human Services Department (HHS). The Administration plans to lay off up to 10,000 employees across several agencies within the department.

91µÎµÎ Awards Recognize Achievement and Excellence in Professional Counseling

Orlando, Fla. (March 27, 2025) — Each year, the 91µÎµÎ (91µÎµÎ) recognizes excellence in research, career and humanitarian achievement among counseling professionals and students with its awards and honors program.

Counseling Experts Present Latest Research at the 2025 91µÎµÎ Conference & Expo, March 27-29 in Orlando, Fla.

More than 150 posters to be presented covering nicotine dependence and cognitive function among young adults to mental health implications of forced family separation at the border and more.

91µÎµÎ Conference to Feature Sessions on Climate Change, Today’s Political Landscape, Impact of the Loneliness Epidemic on Youth & More

The 2025 91µÎµÎ Conference & Expo, the premier professional development and networking event for professional counselors, will feature 200+ education sessions, organized across 24 mental health and counseling topic areas.

Boynes Announces Departure; 91µÎµÎ Governing Council Announces Plans for Interim Leadership

Shawn Boynes, CEO, has announced his departure effective April 15, 2025. During his tenure, Boynes oversaw a 10% cumulative revenue growth, implemented a focused strategic plan, & launched the 91µÎµÎ Strategic Partner Network.

Continuing Resolution Extends Telehealth Through September

On March 14, Congress passed a continuing resolution (CR) to fund the federal government through September 30. This averted a federal government shutdown and largely maintains federal funding levels...

Counseling Compact Update: Committee Hearings in New Mexico and Nevada

On February 26, the Nevada General Assembly Committee on Commerce and Labor held a hearing on the Counseling Compact legislation.

Highlighting Advocacy Tools

Share Your Parity Story We’re collecting counselors’ stories! These personal accounts leave a lasting impression on policymakers and are an opportunity to use your experiences to enact change.  

Advocacy Section Updates!

We are excited to share our updated Advocacy webpages with you- we hope these changes will help you get more involved in 91µÎµÎ advocacy and quickly find needed resources!

Artificial Intelligence Policy and Counseling

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is advancing rapidly and becoming increasingly embedded in everyday life. While it has the potential to revolutionize the counseling profession, enhancing both practice and accessibility, it also presents significant risks.

The U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Case on Conversion Therapy Ban

On March 9, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to review Chiles v. Salazar to rule on the constitutionality of Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy during the 2025-2026 term.

The Expiration of Telehealth Extensions

The most recent telehealth extension is set to expire on Monday, March 31, 2025. Along with our coalition partners, we have engaged congressional leaders to highlight the critical need for telehealth services...

Government Funding Deadline Quickly Approaching

As we approach the midpoint of the 2025 federal fiscal year (FY), the federal government continues to operate under a Continuing Resolution (CR) set to expire on Friday, March 14.

House Passes Budget Resolution That Threatens to Reduce Medicaid

Earlier this week in a 217-215 vote, the House of Representatives passed a budget resolution that marks the beginning of efforts to reshape the Medicaid program.

SimplePractice Joins the 91µÎµÎ Strategic Partner Network

The 91µÎµÎ (91µÎµÎ) is pleased to announce the addition of SimplePractice to its Strategic Partner Network. This move expands the long-standing relationship between the two organizations.

Counseling Compact Update

Momentum continues on the Counseling Compact! Six states have introduced Counseling Compact legislation so far this session: Pennsylvania, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, Oregon and Texas.

91µÎµÎ Elects Victoria Kress as 2025–2026 President-Elect

We are pleased to announce the 2025–2026 91µÎµÎ President-Elect. Victoria Kress, PhD, has been to elected 91µÎµÎ leadership and will begin her term on July 1, 2025.

91µÎµÎ Engages 119th Congress on Mental Health Priorities

91µÎµÎ proudly participated in January welcome receptions for the 119th Congress. 91µÎµÎ met with lawmakers to address America’s growing mental health crisis and advocate for Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs)