Welcome!            
Welcome to the official website of the New Hampshire Mental Health Counselors Association.  The site is loaded with great information for New Hampshire Mental Health Counseling Association members, non-member mental health professionals, and members of the general public.  It is our goal to continue to build and expand the site as time goes on and as we collect feedback that helps us improve its look, feel, and content.    
                      
                                           
   President's Message   

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. 

This a national event that hopes to increase public awareness on the importance of attending to mental health issues in our society.   The national organization, AMHCA has stated the need to focus on mental health at home, in schools, in the workplace, in the community, and in the military.

In New Hampshire we have concerns that hit closer to home. (more)

  Attention Members   

Review the description for the new position of Media Technology Chair before the annual meeting (click here). We look forward to seeing you there.

 

Click Here to Join NHMHCA

There is no better way for you to stay current than to join your state's professional organization.

Affordable Membership Dues: $75

  • Promote you business - membership includes listing in the Nationl Online "Find a Counselor" Directory.  You'll find your name in NHMHCA's membership directory, which is made available to state agencies, hospitals, clinics, social services providers and other referral sources!
  • Need Guidance? Membership offers statewide advocacy for
    Mental Health Professionals and links at a National level.
  • Need help with licensing: we have mentoring and info on the licensing process!
  • We'll help you get connected by reaching out to students in Graduate programs in the area who are studying mental health counseling and psychology.
  • Keep up to date in your field: we offer legislative updates, initiatives and advocacy regarding issues that pertain to counselors, including parity and vendorship.
  • Struggling with managed care?  We have info on that too!
  • Need to know more about your potential clients?  We can help you with consumer education and information.
  • Want access to NHMHCA's quarterly newsletter, The Collaborator?  You'll get it free with your membership!
  • Tired of paying large insurance premiums?  With your membership, you get reduced premiums through CPH Insurance Agency.
  • CEU Courses too expensive?  We offer several wonderful workshops each year with a reduced tuition rate for members.
  • Want to be more connected with other professionals?  You'll be a liaison to the NH Mental Health Coalition and the NH Board of Mental Health Practice.
  • Want to be more involved in the association as a NHMHCA Board of Director or committee chair?  Board and committee members are elected from it's membership.


 

  Upcoming Events  
Workshop & NHMHCA Annual Meeting
Friday, June 14, 2013 (more information)

Next Board Meeting (more information)

AMCHA Annual Conference

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  New Opportunities   

Lunch with the NHMHCA President - That's right. Who says there's no free lunch? If you are a member you can enter a drawing to have lunch with our president, Al Goodman, at a location convenient to you. You can even bring a counselor friend, or two! To find out more, go to the Members Only site. (If you don't have the username or password for this site contact Linda at witts48@comcast.net).

Peer Consultation Groups - A proposal has been made to start local groups for collaboration and consultation. To find out more about this initiative or to get involved go to the Members Only site.  (If you don't have the username or password for this site contact Linda at  witts48@comcast.net).

  Legislative Alerts  

S.562 -- Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2013

Introduced March 14, 2013, this bill aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for the coverage of marriage and family therapist services and mental health counselor services under part B of the Medicare program, and for other purposes. Read the bill text


Miscellaneous

Reach Out to U.S. Troops and their families through AMHCA's Partnership with Give an Hour Network. Click here to read more

 

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors are skilled professionals, educated at a Master's degree level or beyond, who provide personalized, evidence-based therapy to people with mental and/or emotional distress. Our understanding of human nature and psychology utilizes a practical, problem-solving approach that facilitates a dynamic and efficient path for change and problem resolution. We are committed to professional ethical standards and respect the dignity and di
verse cultural background of all those who seek our care.