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About ACCA

The American College Counseling Association (ACCA) supports counseling professionals working throughout higher education and provides a professional home for connection, leadership, advocacy, and the advancement of college counseling.

Who We Are

The American College Counseling Association is made up of diverse mental health professionals from the fields of counseling, psychology, and social work. Our common theme is working within higher education settings.

ACCA membership includes professionals and student members who work largely in college counseling settings. There are a growing number of community college counseling professionals who comprise the second largest group within ACCA. Members hold primarily a master’s or doctoral degree with the largest group being master’s level professionals. Counselor educators and Supervisors are also part of ACCA membership.

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Learn more about ACCA’s mission, leadership, recognition programs, governance, and opportunities to support the association.

Mission & Values

Learn about ACCA’s mission, organizational objectives, and commitment to fostering an inclusive professional community that supports counseling professionals in higher education.

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ACCA Leadership

Meet the professionals who serve ACCA through the Executive Council and committees, and learn about opportunities to become involved in association leadership.

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Honors & Recognition

ACCA recognizes individuals whose leadership, service, scholarship, advocacy, and professional contributions strengthen college counseling and higher education.

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ACCA Bylaws

Review the bylaws that establish the organizational structure and governance of the American College Counseling Association.

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Be Part of the ACCA Community

Connect with professionals committed to supporting the mental health, development, and success of college students.

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Virtual Meeting
October 13, 2026

2027 Annual Conference
Houston, TX
February 18 - 21, 2026

Announcements

View the press release on HEMHA's new guide to Animals on Campus

Click here to access the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Resources

ACCA joins the 4th edition of Health and Well being in Higher Education: A Commitment to Student Success

Please note the addition of the College Counseling & Psychological Services Knowledge Base to the resources page.

ACCA Members in the News

Becca Smith is quoted in the Washington Post article "College mental health centers are swamped. Here's what parents can do."

Andrew Lee is quoted in the Inside Higher Ed article on Suicidal Ideation

Steffanie Grrossman is quoted in Online Counseling article College Students Diet and Mental Health

Janelle Johnson comments on the state of mental services at community colleges.

Janelle Johnson on College Counseling” Psychotherapy.net Interview. Follow the link to read the full interview.


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