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WVLPCA was created to support and promote professional counselors in WV. We hope you will join WVLPCA to promote our purpose as counselors, speak out for our profession in legislative and professional settings as well support each other as we provide services to our clients and families.
Membership Benefits
Discounts
Members receive discounts on conference registration to our fall and spring conferences.
The Inside Scoop
One of the purposes of the WVLPCA is to stay informed of legislation and important news that impacts our members.
Resources
We provide valuable information, conference notes, networking opportunities, and more to help WVLPCA members excel in their field.
Blog
Hear what counseling leaders in West Virginia have to say.
Highlighted Member
Carol M. Smith
Specialization: Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Christian Counseling, Mood DisorderWork Setting: Private Setting
Location: Charleston
Our Recent News
AMHCA ANNOUNCES LEGISLATIVE ALERT FOR TRICARE
Jan 7, 2012
On December 27, 2011, the long-awaited TRICARE rules authorizing independent practice for "Certified Mental Health Counselors" (CMHCs) were released in the Federal Register, December 27, 2011, 32 CFR Part 199. The...
We have a New Website
Aug 26, 2011
Welcome to the new WVLPCA website. We are so excited to offer a wide range of services for you. On this site you will find other professionals in your area, find professionals for referral puposes, consult and blog...
Upcoming Events
WINTER WORKSHOP
DIAGNOSING AND TREATING ADHD and DEFINING AND ADDRESSING EDUCATIONAL NEEDS OF STUDENTS WITH ADHD IN HIGHER EDUCATION
March 16, 2012
9 am until 4:30 pm
Princeton, WV
6 CEU's approved for LPC's
Presented by Sylvia Wright, EdD, EdS, MEd, LPC, ALPS
Morning session will include diagnosis and assessment in children, biological causes, strategies for counselors to address with parents and teachers
Afternoon will include adults with ADHD, behaviors and issues that impact in higher education, community services, academic and work strategies
For more information and registration form, go to http://wvlpca.org/members/resources/winter-workshop
Date:
Friday, March 16, 2012
Location:
Princeton, WV
2012 Spring Conference
Date:
Thursday, May 10, 2012 to Saturday, May 12, 2012
Location:
Charleston Civic Center