Don't miss all the  latest news on our FaceBook Page!  The MPRM Committee, led by Chase Morgan-Swaney is doing a GREAT JOB keeping us all informed of events, updates, and news for counselors of all types. If you have some news to share, be sure to use our FaceBook Page to share with your peers!

If you have clients that need your counseling services but they are heading to the Sunshine State for the winter, here is info on registering with the state of Florida to allow Telehealth counseling: https://floridasmentalhealthprofessions.gov/licensing/out-of-state-telehealth-provider-registration/

Thanks and a tip of the hat to member Jonathan Miller for this info!

Dear OCA members,

Join president DoHee and president-elect Staci for a virtual Meet and Greet on December 4th. We welcome all OCA members to join us.

At the meet and greet, you will get to meet and get to know other members, as well as share your membership experiences. You will also be able to meet current OCA leadership and learn about the latest OCA initiatives. This is a great opportunity to network with your colleagues! 

We are looking forward to our conversation and we welcome you to invite those who are interested in becoming OCA members.

We hope you will join us, even if it is just popping in to say "hi"! Here is a flyer to share

Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83744813366?pwd=aEtZcUlkZGNxOXJwUDZ4MDNpMTJVQT09

Hello OCA members,

I wanted to inform you of an excellent opportunity for faculty, students, and practicing counselors in Ohio. The Alpha Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota at Ohio University is pleased to announce that we will be hosting the second Virtual CSI Ohio Conference on Saturday March 26, 2022. We are also excited to share that this year’s conference will be free to all attendees to make it more accessible!

 
Please consider submitting a proposal related to the conference theme of Social Justice in Counseling & Counselor Education or forwarding this opportunity to interested parties. Proposals will be due on January 1st and presenters will be notified of acceptance by January 15th. We are hoping for a diverse range of presenters including practicing clinicians who can offer professional knowledge to counselors in training. There are three different options for presenters to choose from: workshop, presentation, and poster. If you are interested in attending the conference, registration will open in January. If you have any questions, please reach out to Gene Dockery at gd796619@ohio.edu.

 
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4cmDt3Ekbs-DyMAqNhp2Mh4FLBw15eZYyMbeXz685P4n4ZA/viewform  

 
We look forward to receiving your proposals!

From the Executive Board of the Alpha Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota,
President: Gene Dockery
Vice President: Jennifer Isiko
Treasurer: Nicolle Miller
Secretary: Savannah Harvey
Chillicothe Representative: Sam Sargent
Chapter Faculty Advisors: Dr. Christine Bhat 

The State of Mental Health in Ohio - as ranked by Mental Health America and compared to the other 49 states: The State of Mental Health in America Report

Are you a current OCA leader?

Are you interested in becoming a leader?

Want to build a helpful leadership toolbox for your role?

Check out OCA’s latest NEW and FREE membership benefit – the Leadership Certificate Program - set to launch in January 2022! This brief, fun, and practical experience is designed for any graduate student, new professional, or seasoned professional, who is either a current or emerging leader within OCA. Offered primarily online (introduction and final sessions are live), participants register for a series (winter, spring, summer, fall) and then asynchronously watch six mini learning modules. Total time commitment for participants is approximately four hours. Modules are taught by past and present OCA leaders who bring their latest insight to some of the most significant aspects of being a leader in our association. Leaders will learn important information about OCA executive goals and plans and gain the important knowledge and skills for holding a leadership role in our state association. Learn how to strengthen the effectiveness of your division, chapter, or committee by applying best practices for membership growth, servant leadership, governance, finances, legislative advocacy, as well as understand the CE approval process. Participants will benefit from meeting and networking with other leaders and will receive mentorship and guidance for next steps. After completing all six modules participants receive a certificate of completion from OCA and will be recognized at the All Ohio Counselors Conference or the Annual Spring Conference. Participants will come away excited, confident, and empowered to help move our state association forward!

Questions? Email laurajlewiscounseling@gmail.com. Leadership Certificate registration and information pages are coming soon to the OCA website!

Heading to the AOCC? Stop by the OCA Leadership Certificate Open House in the Hyatt Marion Room on Thursday, October 28 from 11am-12pm to learn more, ask questions, and talk with OCA Leadership Committee Chair, Laura Lewis.

Download the AOCC Conference App which will guide you through the 2021 Conference.  CLICK HERE to download the app or go to https://AOCC.site/app for details.

We have a surprisingly high number of counselors coming to the conference - hope you can join us October 27-29 at the Hyatt Regency Columbus!

Register to attend the AOCC Conference THIS WEEK as the price goes up after midnight Friday (my birthday!). We have no virtual option this year as we have contractual requirements with the hotel from last year (and this year) and must meet live. So come to Columbus, join us at the Hyatt, and reacquaint yourself with your Counselor colleagues!

The deadline for award nominations has been extended until September 30, 2021. Nominate that outstanding counselor you know or admire today! CLICK HERE for details and the nomination form.

Visit our AOCC Webpage for links to registration, hotel reservations, and volunteering!  The Conference will be held live at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Columbus Oct 27-29, 2021. Plan now to join your colleagues at our first in-person event in 2 years!