President's Message

This year we celebrate CCA’s 88th birthday! I am eager to continue working with the many dedicated and energetic counselors on our leadership team this year. I am continually inspired by their commitment to improving the counseling profession through active leadership. I also hope to entice interested members to become more involved with CCA. A major focus this year will be the development of an emerging leaders program for CCA members who are interested in becoming more actively involved in the association. The future of our association relies on the participation of our members, which in turn promotes the future success of our profession. We will also continue to strive to offer exceptional professional development and networking opportunities for our members. Our 2015 conference planning is already underway!

With mental health issues being in the news and on the minds of legislators more frequently these days, now is the time to become more active in your professional association. The need for access to mental health services is more apparent, and counselors have the opportunity and responsibility to speak up on behalf of our clients. CCA is continually assessing public policy and legislative issues affecting counselors in Connecticut. But it is only with the support of our members that we are able to unite and make a difference for our clients and our profession. I am committed to supporting the professional growth of counselors in Connecticut. In my role as CCA President, I will continue to promote the association’s presence in the community so that we can best meet the needs of our members and those we serve.

I look forward to connecting with our members throughout the year! As always, please feel free to contact me to learn more about CCA.

Jenna L. Harma, LPC, NCC

CCA President 2014-2015

Connecticut Counseling Association

PO Box 185752

Hamden, CT 06518