Announcements 

TN Counseling Association is hiring

TCA is now hiring!

The Tennessee Counseling Association (TCA) is seeking an Executive Director who will

be responsible for leading the TCA’s mission, operations, and strategic vision. The

Executive Director will work closely with the Governing Council and the Executive

Council to ensure effective governance. In addition, the Executive Director will help

assist with managing membership and develop relationships with internal and external

partners.

How to Apply

Please submit the following:

1. Completed TCA Executive Director Application (attached)

2. Cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications

3. Current resume

Send applications to: TCAstaff@tcacounselors.org
Priority Deadline to apply: 6/12/26

Telehealth Services for UTM Online Students

U Will Counseling And Wellness

We are pleased to announce a partnership with Uwill, the leading student mental health and wellness solution. Uwill is available exclusively to fully online students enrolled in an online degree program and all regional center students. This support provides free immediate access to teletherapy, a direct crisis connection, and wellness programming through its easy-to-use online platform. For more information, please visit: [Uwill for Regional Centers and Online Programs.] (https://liveutk.sharepoint.com/sites/UTMRegionalCentersOnlinePrograms/SitePages/Uwill-Teletherapy.aspx) To schedule teletherapy:  * [Create a profile] (http://app.uwill.com/) with Uwill  * Choose a therapist based on your preferences, including availability, issue, gender, language, ethnicity.  * Choose a time that fits your schedule with day, night and weekend availability.  Uwill also provides students with free access to on-demand wellness programming through its easy-to-use online platform. Select “Wellness” from the left navigation and relax and recharge your mind and body with a wide range of wellness options such as yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and more! Allow Uwill to help you discover greater focus and balance as you navigate the semester.  If you need any assistance, reach out directly to Uwill at [support@uwill.com] (mailto:support@uwill.com). [Bottom Border.png] (https://utm.instructure.com/courses/56093/files/7862491/preview 

Project Raise: Paid Internship Opportunities for School Counselors

Counseling Compact Update

The Counseling Compact will officially go live on September 30, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. ET in Arizona and Minnesota, marking a major milestone in improving access to licensed professional counseling services across state lines.

Arizona and Minnesota are the first two states to complete the technical and regulatory steps necessary for implementation, including secure data sharing and system testing.

Across the country, 37 additional states and the District of Columbia are actively completing the steps needed to begin issuing and receiving privileges under the Counseling Compact. Readiness efforts may include:

• Adopting rules and establishing fees

• Implementing federal criminal background checks with FBI authorization

• Preparing IT systems to provide data in the required format

• Assigning and training staff for system use and customer support

• Conducting full testing of data upload and validation processes

• Creating an application process to convert a privilege to a home state license

The Counseling Compact Commission will add states and the District of Columbia to the Compact as they meet all requirements. Licensees with questions about participation are encouraged to contact their jurisdictional licensing board directly.

The Counseling Compact recognizes that the timeline for compliance may vary, and some states may require additional time to complete all steps. Throughout the process, the Compact remains committed to providing guidance, resources, and support to help states successfully prepare for participation.

UTM AI Policy

AI is a powerful tool available for use by both students and faculty. Ethical, responsible use of AI can enhance teaching and learning. However, there is also the potential for misuse of AI.  UTM administrators, faculty and staff have explored the benefits and dangers of AI in higher education.  As a result, there is new policy adopted by UTM concerning the use of AI by students and instructors.  Note that this information will be included in course syllabi. If you have questions about the use of AI in a specific course, refer to the syllabus, and communicate with the course instructor.  We want to help and encourage all students to use AI appropriately, in accordance with this new policy.

You can find the policy by using the following links:

AI Policy for UTM Students and Faculty 

UTM Policies and Procedures Concerning the Use of AI 

Congratulations

UTM Counseling Program Graduate

Amanda Gienow 

has been accepted into the 

Lindsey Wilson College's 

Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education & Supervision program 

https://www.lindsey.edu/academics/majors-and-programs/Doctorate-of-Philosophy/index.cfm

Congratulations

Current CMH Student Adam Diaz

Published Article 

National Career Development Association

Career Convergence 

Professional Development Opportunities

American School Counselor Association 

ASCA has several webinars that are free to ASCA members.   Members who are unable to attend a webinar live can view it on-demand on ASCA On Air after the scheduled date.  A link to the webinars is found below.  We encourage to attend and grow your professional school counselor identity.  

ASCA Webinars