WHO
WE ARE
Mission and Vision
The mission of the Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling in Illinois is to enhance the quality of life for children and adolescents by promoting the development of professional counselors in this area, advancing the counseling profession by promoting training specific to the needs of children and adolescents, and using the profession and practice of counseling to promote respect and understanding of child and adolescent mental health issues.
The vision of the Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling in Illinois is to provide opportunities for Child and Adolescent Counselors to learn about mental health, network with one another, and contribute through their work and volunteer efforts to the mental wellness of children and adolescents in Illinois.
BOARD
MEMBERS.
Samantha Rivera
LPC, NCC
President-Elect 2023-2024
D211 School Counselor and Therapist at Advocacy & Education Consulting
Christine Vinci
LCPC
Newsletter Committee Chair & Secretary 2023-25
Therapist at Geode Health
Greta Nielsen
LCPC, NCC
Past President 2023-25
Co-Owner and Psychotherapist at Illunminate Therapy & Wellness
Melissa Paluck
LCPC
Treasurer 2023-25
Therapist at Dynamic Direction Counseling
Heather Cody
LCPC
Leadership Team 2023-24
Clinical Director at Ellie Mental Health