Welcome to the Alabama Counseling Association

Welcome to the Alabama Counseling Association (ALCA)!  ALCA is a state branch of the American Counseling Association and the professional association for many types of counselors across Alabama.  The ALCA mission is to enhance human development throughout the lifespan and to promote public confidence and trust in the counseling profession.

ALCA's Executive Director:  Meet Emily Rich

Member Login

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ALCA Responds to Violence and Bullying Against Asian American Community
The Alabama Counseling Association has a long history of speaking out against discrimination. The recent murders in the Atlanta area underscore why, as a profession, we must continue to advocate for racial justice.

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ALCA
(state branch of ACA)
Denounces All Forms of Racism:
Black Lives Matter

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The Alabama Counseling Association (ALCA) expresses our sorrow for the Alabamians who have contracted Covid 19. Our hearts go out to those affected and to their caring families. We respectfully grieve with those who have lost their lives during this pandemic.  ALCA is the Alabama state branch of the American Counseling Association (ACA). ACA has provided some excellent resources for assistance during this troubling time of the Coronavirus pandemic. Please click here to see those valuable resources.

During this unusual time, ALCA and its members appreciates the actions of the Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling (ABEC). This licensing board has issued a letter explaining changes made by their office to address this time of the Covid 19 pandemic. Please click here to read a copy of the letter. Thank you, ABEC, for making changes that assist Alabama counselors in continuing our professional work to address the mental health needs of Alabamians during the pandemic. ALCA maintains a positive stance as we look forward to a time when this pandemic will be history.