The NBCC Foundation leverages the power of counseling to advance global health equity through expanded access to counseling and mental health services.
Webinars
In its efforts to enhance care for underserved minorities and to provide ongoing training to NCCs and Foundation scholars and fellows, the Foundation proudly offers monthly webinars. Documentation of one NBCC-approved continuing education clock hour is available for most sessions.
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Donations
Join the Foundation in bridging the gap in access to quality mental health services for underserved and never-served communities throughout the world. One hundred percent of your donation will directly fund our programs.
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Global Capacity Building
We are engaged in expanding mental health service access to the underserved and never served in countries around the world.
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News and Events
Paving the Way: Serving Immigrant Communities as a Counselor
Edwin Lobato Castillo, the first recipient of the A Dream Decided Scholarship, is on a mission to bridge gaps in mental health care for immigrant and underserved communities. With firsthand experience navigating the challenges of being a DACA student, Edwin is passionate about providing culturally competent support to Spanish-speaking families. His story highlights the resilience needed to pursue higher education and the crucial role financial assistance plays in empowering future counselors.
Fellows Corner: Navigating Recovery and Inspiring Change
Recovery Month is observed each September to promote mental health, addiction recovery, and the service providers who provide support to make recovery possible. Tesa Tapuriah, a 2020 NBCC Minority Fellowship Program for Addictions Counselors (MFP-AC) Fellow, is an addiction counselor dedicated to helping individuals navigate the challenges of recovery. With a focus on holistic care and empowerment, she works to provide personalized support that fosters lasting change. Her commitment to improving access to recovery resources drives her mission to make a positive impact in the lives of her clients.
The 8-for-8 Challenge: A Journey of Healing, Hope, and Support
Dr. Robert A. Horne embarked on the 8-for-8 Challenge, a 13,000-mile motorcycle journey aimed at raising awareness and funds for mental health and addiction services. By encouraging $8 donations, this initiative seeks to support scholarships for future counselors committed to serving in underserved rural and military communities.
