The Washington School Counselor Association

The Washington Counseling Association (WCA) is a State branch of the American Counseling Association (ACA). As a partnership of associations representing professional counselors, the WCA is committed to promoting the counseling profession and fostering public confidence and trust in counseling professionals. Our mission is to provide a platform for counselors to network, share knowledge and best practices, and advance the profession through education, research, and advocacy.

Our Services

The WCA offers a range of services aimed at promoting the counseling profession and supporting counselors in their professional endeavors. These services include:

• Professional Development: The WCA offers educational programs, workshops, and conferences that focus on the latest research, trends, and best practices in counseling. These events provide counselors with opportunities to network, share experiences, and enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Membership Benefits: Members of the WCA enjoy a range of benefits, including regular newsletters, email updates, reduced rates to events, and access to exclusive resources and networks.
• Advocacy: The WCA advocates for counselors and the counseling profession, promoting legislation and policies that benefit the profession and its practitioners.
• Networking: The WCA provides a platform for counselors to connect with peers, share experiences, and collaborate on projects and initiatives.
• Research and Policy: The WCA conducts research and policy analysis to inform decision-making and promote the profession.

Our Goals

As a professional organization, the WCA is committed to achieving a range of goals that advance the counseling profession and promote public trust and confidence in counseling professionals. These goals include:

• Professional Development: Providing educational programs and resources that enhance the skills and knowledge of counselors.
• Advocacy: Advocating for policy changes and legislation that benefit the counseling profession and its practitioners.
• Networking: Creating opportunities for counselors to connect, share knowledge, and collaborate on projects and initiatives.
• Research and Policy: Conducting research and policy analysis to inform decision-making and promote the profession.

Join Us

If you are a professional counselor or interested in the counseling profession, consider joining the WCA today. As a member, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including regular newsletters, email updates, reduced rates to events, and access to exclusive resources and networks.