I am a faculty member at Chatham University in the masters of counseling psychology program (MSCP).  Our MSCP graduates practice in various states, including Virginia. Our program is accredited by the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC).  Our graduates are well trained to provide evidence-based, multiculturally competnet services. Graduates from our program consistently receive positive feedback for the work they do in the community.  The simple fact is that CACREP-only regulations restrict access to services.

I am joining counseling professionals from across the country to urge you to stop the proposed counselor licensing regulations that would require graduation from a CACREP-accredited program for licensure in Virginia.