The Counselor Educators Symposium is a key event for educators involved in mental health counseling graduate programs. It provides a platform for sharing insights, discussing challenges, and forging connections to strengthen professional networks. Attendees will engage in discussions on program reapproval, employment opportunities, legislative updates, and the licensure application process. The event aims to shape the future of graduate education and the mental health counseling profession. The agenda includes sessions on the NYSED Office of the Professions, legislative updates, and a panel discussion on the future of mental health counseling.
Mental Health Conferences
Counselor Educators Symposium
The Counselor Educators Symposium is a virtual event designed for mental health counseling graduate program educators. It offers opportunities to connect with colleagues, discuss challenges, and stay informed about critical updates in the field.
Conference Overview
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Time and Place
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Conference Date: April 05, 2025
Event Format: virtual
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
New York Mental Health Counselors Association, Inc.
The New York Mental Health Counselors Association is a non-profit organization focused on supporting mental health counselors and advancing the profession through advocacy, education, and professional development.
Phone: 800-469-6422
Schedule and Agenda
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The event begins with an opening session and leadership presentation, followed by discussions led by Mei Zhou, Ph. D., and Ryan deOlde on program reapproval. Evan Seiden will cover the licensure application process. Heather Evans will provide legislative updates, and Lucy Newman, Ph. D., will discuss the Mental Health Counseling Evidence-Based Practice Internship Program. The event concludes with a panel discussion on the future of mental health counseling.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Mei Zhou, Ph. D.
NYSED Professional Education Program Review
Ryan deOlde
NYSED Professional Education Program Review
Evan Seiden
Executive Secretary to the Mental Health Practitioners Regulatory Board
Heather Evans
NYMHCA Government Relations Consultant, Hinman Straub Advisors
Lucy Newman, Ph. D.
Project Director for Evidence-based Practice in Mental Health, NYS Office of Mental Health
Samantha Fletcher, Ph. D.
Director of Workforce Development at the NYS Office of Mental Health
Julia Fesko
Director of Bureau of Workforce Development at NYS OASAS
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