About Us
NMCA History
Founded in 1956 as a state branch of the American Counseling Association (ACA), which is currently positioned as one of the country's leading professional membership organizations. NMCA encompasses a broad spectrum of groups in the field of professional counseling. We facilitate networking, collaboration, and professional development.
The New Mexico Counseling Association exists today because of all of the wonderful volunteers that have made meaningful contributions since its inception. In more recent history, NMCA is inspired by prevailing and past presidents, the board, executive staff, and participants in the divisions and committees.
NMCA Structure
New Mexico Counseling Association (NMCA) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) professional membership association led by a volunteer Board and Executive Staff. The association is governed by its bylaws and abides by its policies and procedures.
To support a successful future, the NMCA Board meets monthly, while also remaining connected through an online communications network. Our board members also volunteer their time and participate regularly in committees and task forces outside of our monthly meetings.
The specific road-map NMCA follows is its strategic plan which is revised regularly to remain inspired and connected with progress.
The financial success of the organization depends on the association's ability to fundraise throughout the year through membership dues, training events, and annual conference.
NMCA thrives on the passion of volunteers. NMCA welcomes students and new, working, and retired professionals to volunteer support as they are available throughout the year. This can be for single events, as needed task-forces, or ongoing committees.
To learn more, contact us or sign-up to join a committee.
Have you thought about joining NMCA?
We have positions available on our Board Committees and we are also looking for candidates for the Chairpersons and Board Members at Large. Please reach out to ed@nmca-nm.org if you are interested in finding out more information.
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