There is no good outcome for making Virginia a CACREP-only state. Any invidivual who meets current licensure requirements in Virginia would be one of the most qualified license applicants in any state as Virigina already has high standards for education and professional practice. As a Maryland-licensed professional counselor who completed my Master's degree in Virginia, including practicum and internship, and as someone who has a goal to return to Virginia and be licensed there, I must say that this proposal would only serve to prevent people from finding qualified counselors. Do not give in to pressure from CACREP accredited schools seeking their own financial gain at the cost of the people who actually need help. 

Sincerely yours,

Joshua S. Murray, MA, LCPC