Bluefield University - Counselor Education

08/13/2026

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Here's a reminder that even superheroes could use a helping hand sometimes. 🕷️

07/30/2026

A new UCLA study found that childhood adversity such as abuse and neglect can alter how mitochondria produce energy, with potentially lifelong effects on physical and mental health.

Read the full story here: https://ucla.in/3Qzbhup

07/23/2026

WORKFORCE WEDNESDAY
NRVCS is one of the largest employers in the NRV - and we are continuing to grow!

We are currently looking for an Intensive Clinician to join our New Horizons team. In this position, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those experiencing a mental health crisis within our community.

Starting Salary Range: $54,600 - $62,790

Education requirements:
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in social work, counseling, or other licensed- eligible human services field is required
• State of Virginia License is required in Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy.
• If not fully licensed with the Virginia Board of Counseling, you are required to register and become licensed-eligible within three months of hire (if applicable).
• At least one year of clinical experience working with individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, developmental and/or intellectual disabilities is preferred.

To apply for this position or to learn more, visit nrvcs.org/employment.

07/17/2026

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07/12/2026

Learn about common ethical violations in the Counseling profession during the free webinar, “Everyday Ethics: Recognizing and Preventing Common Counselor Violations,” on July 23 from 1–2 pm EDT. The webinar is being presented through a collaboration between CSI, NBCC, and ACES with the goal of keeping you informed on ethical dilemmas and how to protect your clients. Register at https://bit.ly/4vMcFJM.

Professionals who attend the full, live webinar will earn 1 clock hour of continuing education.

06/12/2026

Congratulations to Ann Looney for being selected as an Outstanding Staff Member for Mercer County Public Schools!
Ann is a 2026 school counseling graduate and is already making a meaningful impact in her school community. She serves as the elementary school counselor at Bluefield Primary, where her care for students and commitment to the work are already shining through.
We are so proud of you, Ann, and grateful to see the difference you are making!

05/26/2026

Visit the Wellness in Counseling group page, maintained by the Wellness Counseling Practice and Research Committee, to access many valuable wellness resources for practice and research, including the following:

* CSI Wellness Position Paper
* CSI Wellness Competencies
* About the Authors of the WEL & 5F-Wel Inventory
* IS-Wel The Indivisible Self
* 5F-Wel Inventory
* 5F-Wel Cultural Adaptations
* Wheel of Wellness
* WEL Inventory
* Research Citations
* Other Wellness Resources
* Research Abstracts

https://www.csi-net.org/group/wellness