Upcoming Webinars
Community-Engaged Leadership in Counseling
As a part of its Innovations in Counseling series, the NBCC Foundation invites you to a free webinar on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, from 1–2 pm EDT. Live webinars are available at no cost, and documentation of 1 clock hour of continuing education is available for registrants who attend the full webinar.
Professional Counseling associations, training programs, and leaders have increased their attention to leadership across the Counseling profession. Community-engaged leadership offers an opportunity to bridge the gap with community members, especially in the context of larger movements and efforts to improve access to Counseling services. The CACREP 2024 Standards emphasize leadership and advocacy as cornerstones of Counseling programs, and it behooves Counselor Education programs and professional associations to promote pathways for leadership.
Drawing from conceptual and empirical research related to leadership, the presenter will discuss how Professional Counselors can harness their unique assets and expertise to navigate leadership barriers and opportunities in their work settings and professional associations. Additionally, the presenter will discuss factors that drive relationships, resources, and forms of evaluation, and how Counseling organizations, institutions, and professional associations can become more power-conscious.
After this presentation, participants will be able to:
- describe examples of practice-based and empirical scholarship related to community engagement and leadership development.
- critique existing models of leadership and advocacy impacting leadership development.
- develop tools for integrating unique strengths, assets, and expertise across Counseling professional associations and work settings.
Christian D. Chan, PhD, NCC
Christian D. Chan, PhD, NCC, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Counseling and Educational Development at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. He received his PhD in Counseling and Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The George Washington University. He received a Bachelor of Arts in psychology and computer applications with a minor in theology from the University of Notre Dame. Dedicated to mentorship for leaders and scholars, he has contributed to more than 90 peer-reviewed publications in journals, books, and edited volumes and has conducted more than 150 refereed presentations at the national, regional, and state levels. Dr. Chan currently serves as Editor for the journal Teaching and Supervision in Counseling.
Breaking the Cycle:
Leveraging Counselor Identify to Support Military Veterans
As a part of its Innovations in Counseling series, the NBCC Foundation invites you to a free webinar on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026, from 1–2 pm EDT. Live webinars are available at no cost, and documentation of 1 clock hour of continuing education is available for registrants who attend the full webinar.
Military veterans often face complex challenges as they transition to their civilian life and after service has ended. This webinar will explore the impact and severity of mental health concerns among veterans, and how Counselors can provide support. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the factors that contribute to these challenges, the barriers that veterans encounter, and evidence-based tools that can be applied across multiple settings.
In 2020, the age- and sex-adjusted suicide rate among veterans was 57.3% higher than among non-veteran U.S. adults. Post-traumatic stress disorder and inadequate Department of Veterans Affairs assistance have been identified as risk factors for suicide. National survey data indicate that approximately one quarter of veterans screen positive for a probable mental health or substance use disorder and fewer than one-third of those report current mental health care utilization. Treatment gaps are especially concerning among high-risk groups, including veterans endorsing suicidal ideation, of whom only a minority engage in current mental health treatment.
Given the complex mental health concerns of this population, a new paradigm is needed to support military veterans. Consideration is warranted regarding how veterans receive mental health support and the benefits that Counselors offer, with a focus on prevention and wellness. Distinct elements of the professional identity of Counselors, such as a focus on prevention, functionality, and wellness, offer a useful paradigm for addressing the mental health of veterans. Incorporating characteristics of military culture into these elements is essential to an informed approach to counseling this population. Evidence suggests the benefits of the Common Factors Framework in Counseling, especially client expectancy and the therapeutic alliance. Leveraging these elements of Counseling to create an innovative paradigm for supporting this population is warranted.
After this presentation, participants will be able to:
- recognize the unique culture of the military and its connection to the provision of mental health Counseling.
- determine the prevalence of mental health concerns within this population.
- identify wellness Counseling and common factors in Counseling and their application to providing mental health support for veterans.
Seth Hayden, PhD, NCC, CCMHC, ACS, LCMHC, CCCE
Dr. Seth C. W. Hayden is an Associate Professor of Counseling and Coordinator of the Clinical Mental Health Program at Wake Forest University. Dr. Hayden’s research focuses on the connection between career development and mental health. In addition, he examines the career and personal development needs of military service members, veterans, and their families. Dr. Hayden is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina. In addition, Dr. Hayden is a past president of the Military and Government Counseling Association and National Career Development Association, both divisions of the American Counseling Association. He is co-author of Group Career Counseling: Practices and Principles (2nd. ed.) and Career Development for Transitioning Veterans and co-editor of Cognitive Information Processing: Career Theory, Research, and Practice. He is also the author of Integrating Career Development and Mental Health Counseling, published by the American Counseling Association.
Exercise and Mental Health:
Translating the Evidence into Clinical Practice
As a part of its Innovations in Counseling series, the NBCC Foundation invites you to a free webinar on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, from 1–2 pm EDT. Live webinars are available at no cost, and documentation of 1 clock hour of continuing education is available for registrants who attend the full webinar.
This webinar explores the growing body of research demonstrating the powerful relationship between physical activity, mental health, and performance across clinical, occupational, and athletic settings. Participants will examine the neurobiological, psychological, and behavioral mechanisms through which exercise influences mood, stress regulation, sleep, and cognitive functioning. Emphasis will be placed on translating evidence into practice, including how mental health professionals can ethically and confidently integrate exercise-informed interventions within their scope of practice. Practical applications, case examples, and implementation considerations will be discussed for clinicians working with depression, anxiety, and performance-related concerns.
After this presentation, participants will be able to:
- summarize the current evidence supporting the use of exercise as an intervention for common mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and stress-related disorders.
- describe the physiological and psychological mechanisms through which exercise influences mental health and emotional well-being.
- apply evidence-based strategies for assessing, recommending, and integrating physical activity into routine mental health treatment planning across clinical settings.
Joshua R. Lee, EdD, ACS, LPC
Dr. Joshua R. Lee is a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of JR LEE Psychotherapy & Consultation, Ltd., where he provides psychotherapy, consultation, and clinical supervision. He has extensive experience across private practice, emergency mental health, corrections, EAP services, and healthcare leadership. His scholarly and clinical interests include depression, trauma, sleep, athlete mental health, and integrating exercise into mental health treatment.
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