2015 aca conference & expo registration - American Counseling

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2015 ACA Conference & Expo Rates
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ADVANCE ONSITE
Conference Rates
By February 15, 2015 After February 15, 2015
ACA/FCA Members
Professional/Regular $431 $496 M
New Professional/
$316 $364
Student/Retiree
Non-Members
General Attendees $583 $641
Non-Member Student $440 $484
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Register now for the trip of a lifetime…
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Phone: [phone] x222, M–F, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., ET Mail: ACA Conference & Expo
ATTN: Accounting
Website: counseling.org/conference
5999 Stevenson Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22304
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Questions? [email protected]
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constitutes an agreement by the registrant to ACA’s use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or
attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproductions and audiotapes of such events and activities.
Dear Friends and Colleagues:
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ACA is extremely pleased and excited to be holding the 2015 Conference &
Expo in Orlando, Florida. It is not that long before the March date when we
will embrace the learning, networking, and fun that will take place in the
Orlando community. This is a great opportunity to rejuvenate during the
Mspring by joining your professional community for three days of education and inspiration
in the sunshine state.
In addition to being an affordable location with terrific weather for conference attendees,
Florida is home to a very large and active population of professional counselors and
counselor educators. Their collective experiences, insights, and passion will make this
conference an event to remember.
Please join us for what is shaping up to be a great line up. The education sessions this year
have been streamlined into tracks providing participants with the option of focusing on
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particular areas of interest (more than 30 topics). In addition, a new Clinician Education
Series, for clinicians by clinicians, has been added.
I am personally looking forward to keynotes by Mariel Hemingway and Drs. Jeffrey Kottler
and Richard Balkin. All three speakers have much to offer in terms of one’s personal
journey toward healthy living, and the importance of the relationship in counseling, and
all walks of life.
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Go ahead and plan now to make the most of your time in Florida. Of course, I have been
planning this for some time. From the unique natural beauty of the Everglades and wildlife
to the one-of-a-kind family friendly attractions, there is truly something for everyone.
There is also a good bet you will run into my wife at a certain “Wizarding World.”
The ACA staff has been hard at work making sure we have the best options for ALL
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counseling professionals. Keep in mind that all of the 2015 conference activities will
be held in one venue—the stunning Hyatt Regency Orlando. We therefore will have
opportunities to connect like never before.
I invite you to flip through this brochure and take a closer look at the 2015 ACA
Econference. You will find that it is education, but much more. This will be a personal and
professional experience that will stay with you for years to come.
I look forward to seeing you in March!
Sincerely,
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Robert L. Smith, Ph.D., NCC
American Counseling Association, President 2014–2015
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ACA Conference
PLANNING CALENDAR
Tuesday | March 10 Saturday | March 14
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Governing Council 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Registration open
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Division breakfasts
7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Education Sessions
Wednesday | March 11
8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. ACA Bookstore open
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Registration open 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ACA meetings
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. ACA Bookstore open 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Division meetings
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Division meetings 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Keynote Session
9:00 a.m. – 8:45 p.m. Pre-conference Learning Institutes 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Expo open
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Governing Council 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. ACA Career Center open
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Division luncheons 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Division brunches
11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Poster Sessions
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Division luncheons
Thursday | March 12 5:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. Division receptions
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. ACA National Awards Ceremony
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Registration open
7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. ACA Talent Show
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. ACA Bookstore open
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Division meetings
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. ACA/Red Cross Foundations of Sunday | March 15
Disaster Mental Health Training
9:00 a.m. – 8:45 p.m. Pre-conference Learning Institutes 7:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. Education Sessions
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Division luncheons 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Registration open
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. First Timer’s reception 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Division meetings
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Expo Grand Opening & Welcome 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Poster Sessions
reception 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. ACA General Membership meeting
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. ACA Career Center open
Location of Activities
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. ACA Author Book Signing
ALL activities will be held at the Hyatt Regency Orlando hotel.
Friday | March 13 Hyatt Regency Orlando
9801 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Registration open
7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Education Sessions
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ACA Bookstore open Tentative schedule, subject to change.
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ACA meetings Check counseling.org/conference for updates.
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Division meetings
8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Expo open
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Opening Keynote Session
10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. ACA Career Center open
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Division brunches
11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Poster Sessions
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Division luncheons
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. ACA Authors Book Signing
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Division receptions
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. International reception
8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. ACA Opening Night Celebration
4 | Pre-conference Learning Institute March 11–12 | ACA Conference & Expo March 12–15
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Opening Keynote Speaker
Actress Mariel Hemingway
Friday, March 13 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Windermere Ballroom, Hyatt Regency Orlando Hotel
Renaissance woman Mariel Hemingway is not only an iconic Academy Award nomi-
nated actor from a celebrated family, she is a prolific author, adventurist, eco activist,
and healthy lifestyle and mental health advocate. In 2013, she was the focus of a rich
and evocative documentary, which examined her personal journey to understand the
Hemingway family history of suicide and mental illness. Executive produced by Oprah
Winfrey, Running From Crazy won a 2013 SAMHSA Voice Award.
Saturday Keynote Speakers
Dr. Richard Balkin and Dr. Jeffrey Kottler
Saturday, March 14 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Windermere Ballroom, Hyatt Regency Orlando Hotel
The Power of Relationships in Counseling—and the Counselor’s Life
What do you do to help people that matters most? What is it about your particular
counseling style that leads to the best outcomes with clients, regardless of their
background and presenting issues? After a century of investigation we have a definitive
answer that transcends all our debates and differences: Regardless of the approach,
theoretical model, or chosen intervention, it is the relationship that empowers everything
else that we do. This provocative dialogue between two noted authorities on relationally-
based counseling will focus on some of the key factors that often make the most
difference in successful outcomes. Jeffrey Kottler and Richard Balkin will integrate
some of the key facets of relatively enduring changes that take place within
counseling relationships, focusing on those variables that make the greatest
difference. Although their approaches and styles are distinctly different, Jeffrey
and Rick model ways that we can come to a consensus regarding what matters
most in the work that we do.
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GRADUATE STUDENTS &
NEW PROFESSIONALS
The Graduate Student/New Professional Center
Located in the Expo, this is a space to connect with other
students and new professionals and meet ACA leadership.
You’ll find helpful ACA resources and refreshments will be
served throughout the day.
Graduate Student Volunteer Program
Interested in saving money on your Conference registration
and making a meaningful commitment to your professional
organization? We are recruiting approximately 100 graduate
student volunteers to work a minimum of 10 hours during
the Conference in exchange for half off the registration
fee. Slots are assigned on a first-come first-served basis,
so apply early at counseling.org/conference/grad-student-
volunteer-program. Deadline is November 1, 2014. Were you a volunteer in 2013 or 2014?
If so, your Orlando registration will be complimentary! Questions? Contact Trinh Le
at [email protected].
ACA Career Center
Also located in the Expo, this is your source for one-on-one career planning or private practice
consultations, interviews with onsite employers, resume reviews, mock interviews, and more.
Sign up in advance and information will be sent to registrants as the Conference approaches.
For Graduate Students and New Professionals Only Series
The ACA For Graduate Students and New Professionals
Only conference series provides education sessions for those
entering the profession presented by some of the most famous
authors, theorists, and leaders in professional counseling.
This year’s sessions include:
• Becoming a Professional Counselor
Gerald Corey and Jamie Bludworth
• What Graduate Students and New Professionals
Jamie Bludworth
Need to Know About Microaggressions
Gerald Corey Derald Wing Sue Derald Wing Sue
• Why Graduate Students and New Professionals
Need to Know About Neuroscience
Allen Ivey and Mary Bradford Ivey
• Leadership Training for Graduate Students and
New Professionals
Cirecie West-Olatunji
• A New Opportunity: Getting a Job in Integrated Care
Rebecca Daniel-Burke and Danielle Irving
Allen Iven and Mary Bradford Ivey Cirecie West-Olatunji
6 | Pre-conference Learning Institute March 11–12 | ACA Conference & Expo March 12–15
CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
& SPECIAL EVENTS
The Expo
Grand Opening & Welcome Reception
Thursday, March 12, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Expo Hours
Friday, March 13, 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
S aturday, March 14, 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Get a first-hand look at the latest and greatest in counseling products and services, and
schedule appointments to meet with exhibitors for one-on-one conversations. Get up to
speed on your latest ACA member benefits at the ACA Pavilion or grab lunch and relax
between sessions. So much to do and see in the Expo!
ACA Bookstore Hours
Wednesday, March 11, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 12, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday, March 13, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 14, 8:00 a.m. –2:30 p.m.
The ACA Bookstore will be located right outside of the Expo Hall this year with extended
hours. Help yourself to a cup of coffee while you browse new releases, best sellers, and ACA
merchandise.
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CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS & SPECIAL EVENTS
First Timer’s Orientation & Reception International Reception
Thursday, March 12, 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Friday, March 13, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Are you a new ACA member? First-time attendee? Check the Held immediately following the International Panel,
box on the registration form on pg. 26 to sign up for this this unique event gives attendees a chance to personally
special gathering to meet other first timers and ACA leaders. welcome counseling professionals from around the world.
You will also learn how to navigate the Conference. Admission is free.
Admission is free. Refreshments will be provided.
National Awards Ceremony
ACA Opening Night Celebration
Saturday, March 14
Friday, March 13, 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of food, fun, and live Join your colleagues in this evening
entertainment poolside in Orlando! celebration to honor distinguished
One ticket is included with each full registration. Additional counseling professionals who are
tickets are $45 per person and may be purchased at time of making a difference every day. We will
registration or onsite. also honor special achievements of
several ACA Branches. Sponsored by the
International Student Panel ACA Foundation. Admission is free.
Friday, March 13, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Expand your horizons by learning about international
perspectives on counseling and international students’
educational experiences in U.S. graduate programs.
ACA’s Got
Saturday, March 14, 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Think you can bring down the house like last year’s participants? Email Robin Hayes at [email protected]
with your performance request. Please include a description of your talent and a sample if possible.
Participants will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis. Admission is free and open to all attendees.
8 | Pre-conference Learning Institute March 11–12 | ACA Conference & Expo March 12–15
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT
Earn up to 35 Continuing Education clock hours, including
Pre-conference Learning Institutes!
You can earn one continuing education contact hour (CE) for each hour of attendance at:
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• Pre-Conference Learning Institutes (separate registration fee required)
• American Red Cross Training (pre-registration required)
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• Keynote Sessions
• Education Sessions
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Please note: 30-minute Poster Sessions are not approved for CE credit.

Most attendees will be able to accumulate 17 CEs during the core conference days; however,
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you can earn up to 18 additional CEs by attending two full days of Pre-Conference Learning
Institutes. That way you can return home with up to 35 CE credits! Attendance is monitored
3 and you must attend 100% of the session to receive credit. Partial credit will not be awarded.
ACA is pleased to provide electronic evaluations and continuing education credits to attendees.
Complete a session evaluation for each session you attended during conference at the CE/
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counseling. After the conference, you will be able to print off a copy of your CE certificate from
your personal computer at no additional costs!
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ACA has Obtained CE Approval from the Following Organizations:

• National Board for Certified Counselors ACA is an NBCC-Approved Continuing
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Education Provider (ACEP) and may offer NBCC-approved clock hours for events that meet
NBCC requirements. The ACEP solely is responsible for all aspects of the program.
U • Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) - approval pending
• American Psychological Association (APA). ACA is approved by the American
Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. ACA
maintains responsibility for these programs and its content.
N (All advanced audience level Learning Institutes and select Education Sessions only.)
• Association for Play Therapy (APT). APT Approved Provider 09-265
(select sessions only, which will be identified in the Program Guide)
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• California Board of Behavioral Sciences Courses meet the qualifications for CE credit as
required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
A • State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker & Marriage and Family Therapist Board
(counselor CE credit only) –approval pending
• NAADAC: The Association for Addiction Professionals
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• Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
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PRE-CONFERENCE
LEARNING INSTITUTES
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Seperate rates
apply for LIs
Pre-conference Learning Institutes
are NOT included with registration
and are held before regular
Conference activities commence.
Please consider this when making What you should know about LIs:
travel arrangements.
• Separate registration rates apply (see box below)
• Intensive learning with well-qualified, highly rated
instructors
• 18 Introductory level, 22 Advanced level; selected by peer review
• Class sizes are limited and some fill up fast
• Earn 6 CE hours per daytime session, 3 per evening session
Key to Audience Levels
Introductory
Suitable for all levels. Regardless of knowledge or skill level, participants will gain foundation
knowledge required to enhance counseling skills.
Advanced
Suitable for those who have substantial working knowledge and skills in content area.
Participants will refine and expand existing expertise. Current research on the topic will be
provided.
ADVANCE ONSITE
2015 LI Rates By February 15, 2015 February 16–March 12, 2015
Day Evening Day Evening
ACA Members
Professional/Regular $170 $125 $210 $165
New Professional/
$125 $100 $165 $140
Student/Retiree
Non-Members
$220 $175 $270 $225
General Attendees

Non-Member Student $185 $160 $225 $200
10 | Pre-conference Learning Institute March 11–12 | ACA Conference & Expo March 12–15