As a graduate student at George Mason University, I have had the privilege to learn and grow from several incredible educators.  Each has a unique background which further enhances my learning experience and which I ultimately believe will benefit my future clients.  Professional counseling has a set of Professional Standards and Competencies, which are the driving forces in the training accomplished at George Mason University.  The faculty at George Mason fully embody those competencies, whether they were trained initially as psychologists, counselors, or social workers.  Furthermore, they bring the necessary expertise in multicultural and social justice counseling.  Neither of these are key focuses of CACREP, which is a detriment to the diverse population of the Commonwealth.

There is a dearth of empirical evidence demonstrating the value of CACREP.  Universities like George Mason would be hindered from education students to serve the populations most in need of effective counseling that matches their cultures, values, and experiences.  As such, I strongly oppose the CACREP-only accreditation movement.