BC Association of Clinical Counsellors

BC Association of Clinical Counsellors BC's largest association for clinical counsellors and psychotherapists.

The BC Association of Clinical Counsellors offers the designation RCC (Registered Clinical Counsellor). This designation is one of the most recognized counselling designations in British Columbia and assists counsellors in demonstrating their professional validity. The RCC designation has become synonymous with professional accountability and adherence to high ethical standards in the counselling profession.

NEWS UPDATE! BCACC records 83% growth in Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) coverage in BC's municipalities since 2023...
08/04/2026

NEWS UPDATE! BCACC records 83% growth in Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) coverage in BC's municipalities since 2023.

Recently, the BCACC conducted a survey and found that 22 municipalities included Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs) on plans. In 2023, the number was 12. This 83% growth is a clear and encouraging indication that BC's municipalities are prioritising quality mental health care, easy access, and reduced wait times for their employees in BC.

- Why this matters?

Public works employees, recreation staff, planners, engineers, utilities workers, bylaw officers, administrative professionals, firefighters, and police personnel navigate stressful situations, emergencies, public scrutiny, and complex community situations every day. By adding RCCs to plans, municipalities expand the number of qualified professionals available, thereby reducing wait times and improving access to quality care.

- PRESS RELEASE: https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/bcacc-records-83-growth-in-registered-clinical-counsellor-rcc-coverage-in-bc-s-municipalities-since-2023-885789804.html

We are grateful to BC's municipalities for strengthening mental health support for their workers and encourage public and private sector employers to review their employee benefit plans and continue expanding access to quality mental health care across British Columbia.

Less than 2 months to go! The BCACC Regional Workshop at Burnaby on Oct 2-3 is an opportunity to learn, make connections...
08/04/2026

Less than 2 months to go! The BCACC Regional Workshop at Burnaby on Oct 2-3 is an opportunity to learn, make connections, collaborate, and hear from a variety of stakeholders in your region.

Our workshop in Prince George is sold out and Burnaby is our last event of the year. Seats are filling up fast, so if you are a mental health/health professional in BC, this is a great opportunity to meet your peers, have real conversations, and elevate your practice.

- Event details: Oct 2-3 | Hilton Vancouver Metrotown

- Register: https://members.bcacc.ca/mpower/event/loadevent.action?e=268

We look forward to seeing you there!

Office Closure Update: The BCACC office will be closed on Monday, August 3, 2026 for the statutory holiday. We will reop...
07/31/2026

Office Closure Update: The BCACC office will be closed on Monday, August 3, 2026 for the statutory holiday. We will reopen at 9 AM on Tuesday, August 4.

Have a wonderful weekend!

NEWS UPDATE: The BCACC is proud to welcome its new Registrar, Kathy Lauriente. In this role, Kathy supports the BCACC's ...
07/24/2026

NEWS UPDATE: The BCACC is proud to welcome its new Registrar, Kathy Lauriente. In this role, Kathy supports the BCACC's preparation for regulatory transition, by providing leadership on regulatory matters, including policy development, registration, complaints & investigations, conduct processes, committee support, and oversees the association's mandate of public protection while ensuring transparency and accountability during this crucial transition period.

Kathy was previously BCACC's Deputy Registrar. She has been a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) since 2001 and a BCACC volunteer, regulatory investigator, Chair of the Registration and Inquiry Committees, and served on the Board of Directors. In April 2024, she was honoured with the Distinguished Service Award from Thompson Rivers University, recognizing her stellar contributions to the University, community, and the public at large.

We are happy to have Kathy join us again and wish her the very best in her new role!

A deep dive into complex trauma this October!If you are a practitioner struggling with stalled progress on complex traum...
07/23/2026

A deep dive into complex trauma this October!

If you are a practitioner struggling with stalled progress on complex trauma cases, it may be time to shift your strategy and learn evidence-based approaches you can apply immediately.

This October's Regional Workshop in Burnaby is an opportunity to learn directly from an expert in the field. Dr. Carissa Muth PsyD, RPsych, will help you strengthen your assessment of complex presentations, choose interventions with greater precision, and build client safety and stabilization more effectively.

**What this workshop will cover**

> A foundation based on the neuroscience of trauma, including current theories on the etiology of PTSD and Complex PTSD.

> An overview of assessing trauma, including differential diagnoses.

> Guidance in matching evidence-based treatment methods with presentations of trauma.

> A staged approach to addressing trauma, including the integration of therapeutic methods such as narrative therapy, CBT, DBT skills, and positive psychology.

EVENT DETAILS: Oct 2-3 | Hilton Vancouver Metrotown

REGISTER - https://members.bcacc.ca/mpower/event/loadevent.action?e=268

If you are based on the mainland, we would love to meet you for 2 days of learning, connection, and conversation. More information in the link above.

We've always said the BCACC Regional workshops are "more than a workshop", but don't take our word for it :)Strengthen p...
07/20/2026

We've always said the BCACC Regional workshops are "more than a workshop", but don't take our word for it :)

Strengthen professional connections, lend your voice to important conversations, and co-create solutions with mental health stakeholders in Burnaby this October. If you are an RCC, student, or health professional, this is a great opportunity to elevate your understanding of complex trauma, gain practical skills, and understand the mental health ecosystem from the voices that matter.

Register today and join fellow therapists, academics, policy makers, regional stakeholders across the lower mainland for two days of connection, and collaboration.

DATE: Oct 2-3 | Hilton Vancouver Metrotown

REGISTER: https://members.bcacc.ca/mpower/event/loadevent.action?e=268

BURNABY REGIONAL WORKSHOP ALERT! If you are a mental health professional working with clients facing complex trauma, thi...
07/14/2026

BURNABY REGIONAL WORKSHOP ALERT! If you are a mental health professional working with clients facing complex trauma, this is for you!
The BCACC Regional Workshops come to Burnaby this October. This is a great opportunity to take a deep dive into complex trauma with Dr. Carissa Muth, learn evidence-based approaches that you can apply immediately, interact with fellow practitioners, lend your voice to discussions around issues faced in the lower mainland, and help co-create solutions.

EVENT DETAILS:

DATE: October 2-3
VENUE: Hotel Vancouver Metrotown, Burnaby

More information on what you can expect, our speakers, agenda etc. in the registration link below.

REGISTER: LINK IN THE COMMENTS

The Regional Workshops go beyond just learning too. They are a great way to grow your professional network, make meaningful connections with practitioners, and get the latest updates from the mental health ecosystem in BC.

We look forward to seeing you in Burnaby! Register soon.

Are you a psychologist working with clients facing complex trauma? Struggling with complex cases and feeling stalled pro...
07/10/2026

Are you a psychologist working with clients facing complex trauma? Struggling with complex cases and feeling stalled progress?

Deepen your clinical work with complex trauma using evidence-based approaches you can apply immediately! Over two days, you’ll strengthen your assessment of complex presentations, choose interventions with greater precision, and build client safety and stabilization more effectively.

The BCACC Regional Workshops go beyond learning too. This is a great opportunity to connect with peers in the region, lend your voice to important discussions, and co-create solutions with key stakeholders.

SCHEDULE:

PRINCE GEORGE (Sep 18-19) - https://members.bcacc.ca/mpower/event/loadevent.action?e=267

BURNABY (Oct 2-3) - https://members.bcacc.ca/mpower/event/loadevent.action?e=268

The BCACC Regional Workshops go beyond learning. This is a great opportunity to connect with peers in the region, lend your voice to important discussions, and co-create solutions with key stakeholders.

Seats filling up fast. Register soon.

The BCACC Regional Workshop 2026 is coming to Prince George! After successful events in Kelowna and Victoria, the BCACC ...
07/08/2026

The BCACC Regional Workshop 2026 is coming to Prince George!

After successful events in Kelowna and Victoria, the BCACC Regional Workshop comes to Prince George. If you are a mental health professional in the northern region, a student, or connected with the healthcare ecosystem in BC, this is an opportunity to connect with peers and stakeholders, learn about complex trauma, and lend your voice to important discussions on issues faced in your region.

Spots filling up fast, so hurry and reserve yours today.

WHEN: Sep 18-19, 2026
WHERE: Prince George Conference & Civic Centre

REGISTER - https://members.bcacc.ca/mpower/event/loadevent.action?e=267

We look forward to seeing you at the event for a time of connection, learning, and conversation.

Office Closure Notice: Please note that the BCACC office will be closed on Canada Day, July 1 (Wed) and reopen on July 2...
06/30/2026

Office Closure Notice: Please note that the BCACC office will be closed on Canada Day, July 1 (Wed) and reopen on July 2 (Thu). Happy Canada Day in advance!

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