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91µÎµÎ Urges Action on Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant Program

A good school counselor, with the help of parents and community, has always been the cornerstone of student success.

2017 National Awards Nominations Due Nov. 3

The nomination process for the 2017 National Awards has begun. The Awards will be presented at the 91µÎµÎ 2017 Annual Conference in San Francisco.

91µÎµÎ Issues Call for Committee Nominations & Appointments

91µÎµÎ President-Elect Gerard Lawson is seeking nominations for 91µÎµÎ committee appointments.

91µÎµÎ Media Spotlight: Back to School Guide for Parents

Back-to-school season isn't just stressful for kids. Trauma Specialist and 91µÎµÎ member, Deb Del Vecchio-Scully, offers helpful tips for parents who may be worried about their child's safety, the impact of recent family transitions, and more.

91µÎµÎ Applauds Secretary Clinton?s Proposed Mental Health Plan

The 91µÎµÎ (91µÎµÎ) commends Hillary Clinton for putting mental health policy at the forefront of our national agenda.

91µÎµÎ and HRC Foundation Successfully Launch Educational Initiative to Empower Counselors in Serving the LGBTQ Community

The first offering in a new series of free online learning modules focused on critical skills and insights in counseling LGBTQ youth and young adults on college and career readiness concerns.

Urgent: Disaster Mental Health Assistance Needed in Louisiana

Louisiana is currently experiencing catastrophic flooding on the level of Hurricane Sandy. As of August 15, 2016, over 24,000 households have been affected and at least 7 fatalities reported. Over 10,000 people are staying in 60 Red Cross shelters. In ...

91µÎµÎ Partners With SAMHSA for 2016 Voice Awards on August 10

91µÎµÎ is proud to be a program partner of the 2016 SAMHSA Voice Awards, which honor exemplary television/film productions that educate the public about behavioral health and consumer/peer/family leaders who demonstrate that recovery from mental health ...

91µÎµÎ in the News: Opt-out Rule for Counselors Gains Approval in Arkansas

Yesterday, Arkansas lawmakers passed a bill that permits a counselor to opt out of working with a client if the provider has a conflict of "conscience." 91µÎµÎ immediately issued a statement condemning the passage, citing a direct violation of the 91µÎµÎ ...

91µÎµÎ Responds to Shootings in Baton Rouge, Minneapolis and Dallas

?We are all saddened by the latest shootings in Baton Rouge and outside of Minneapolis. This is all further heightened by the shooting in Dallas. We take comfort in knowing that 91µÎµÎ members provide valuable services to communities and individuals who ...

91µÎµÎ Media Spotlight: Mobilizing Support in Aftermath of Orlando Tragedy

91µÎµÎ member, Dr. Kristin Page, recently spoke to Mental Health Weekly about efforts to provide services to the LGBT community, churches, community centers, businesses, and first responder locations.

91µÎµÎ Wins Prestigious Summit Award for Boys & Girls Clubs of America Toolkit

The American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) will honor six associations with the 2016 Summit Award, which is the highest recognition under The Power of A Awards. The six organizations will accept their awards on October 5 during the 17th ...

91µÎµÎ in the News: Addressing the Psychological Toll on First Responders

David Kaplan, chief professional officer at 91µÎµÎ and a former first responder, spoke to ABC News about the realities faced by some emergency personnel in the aftermath of tragedy.

91µÎµÎ Media Spotlight: Cinematherapy

91µÎµÎ member Bronwyn Robertson recently spoke with Everyday Health about cinematherapy and the healing power of movies.

91µÎµÎ Media Spotlight: Vicarious Trauma

91µÎµÎ?s chief professional officer, Dr. David Kaplan, recently discussed the impact of terrorism on society's collective mental health in an interview with the Huffington Post.

91µÎµÎ Offers Condolences to Those Affected by Orlando Tragedy

The 91µÎµÎ (91µÎµÎ) wishes to convey our deepest sympathies to those who have been harmed in the Orlando shooting this weekend, friends and family who have lost someone, and the community affected by this tragedy.

91µÎµÎ 2017 Conference & Expo Will Be Held in San Francisco

After withdrawing from Nashville due to the passage of Tennessee HB1840/SB1556, which is a discriminatory law that clearly targets the LGBTQ community, the 91µÎµÎ (91µÎµÎ) has decided to relocate its 2017 Conference & Expo to San ...

91µÎµÎ Media Spotlight: Anxiety and CBT

91µÎµÎ member Brandon Ballantyne spoke with The Mighty about the benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

91µÎµÎ Media Spotlight: Mental Health Tips for Graduating College Students

91µÎµÎ member Perry Francis recently spoke with The Mighty about leaving the "protective bubble" of college.

The 91µÎµÎ Will Not Hold Its Annual Conference & Expo in Tennessee

In light of the passage of SB1556/HB1840, the 91µÎµÎ (91µÎµÎ) will relocate its 2017 Conference & Expo, originally scheduled for Nashville, TN.