Welcome to the Mississippi Counseling Association!
The Mississippi Counseling Association supports both Licensed Professional Counselors and Professional School Counselors across the state through advocacy, education, ethics consultation, and much more.
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On this page you will find the following as you scroll:
2026 Annual MCA Fall Conference Call for Programs Information
"When A Therapist Needs a Therapist Workshop in Biloxi, MS Information & Link to Registration
Links to MCA Apparel Ordering Options
MCA Executive Director & Contact Information
Membership Joining and/or Renewal Forms & Links
2026 76th Annual MCA Conference - "The Power of Us " Call for Programs
Leona Bishop is honored to serve as the 2026-2027 President of the Mississippi Counseling Association. With a deep passion for the field, she is eager to inspire counselors to rekindle their love for counseling. She believes that by reconnecting with the core values that led us to this profession, we can continue making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.
Therefore, the Mississippi Counseling Association (MCA) is excited to invite members to submit proposals for our 76th Annual Conference. We encourage proposals that align with our conference theme and focus, offering innovative approaches, research-based strategies, and personal insights that will support counselors in their work with students, clients, and our community. Only completed applications will be considered.
Submission Guidelines:
- Proposals should relate to the theme: "The Power of Us Counseling"
- Topics should emphasize best practices, counselor well-being, and strategies to enhance the counseling profession.
- Presentations can be in the form of workshops, panel discussions, or experiential sessions.
Important Dates:
- Proposal Submission Deadline: June 22, 2026
- Acceptance Status Notification: July 2026
How to Submit:
Why Submit a Proposal?
MCA’s strength comes from counselors sharing their knowledge and expertise. By presenting at the conference, you contribute to the professional growth of fellow counselors while enhancing your own skills and professional reputation. Your contribution helps make our conference a success!
For questions or additional information, please contact the MCA Conference Call for Programs Committee at [email protected].
When A Therapist Needs a Therapist Workshop
Mississippi Counseling Association invites you to participate in a workshop titled, "When The Therapist Needs a Therapist". This exciting and informative workshop is Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at the Imperial Palace Casino in Biloxi, MS. This workshop will provide an opportunity for 6 contact hours in Ethics. The cost for this workshop is $150 for MCA members and $200 for non-members. If you wish to attend this workshop you may register online by clicking here. If you need a paper registration form, please email [email protected]. Registration must be completed by June 22, 2026. There are only 40 spots available for this workshop.
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