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ABOUT THE EVENT
The European Branch of the American Counseling Association (EB-ACA) is pleased to invite proposal submissions for the 67th Annual EB-ACA Conference, hosted by The American College of Greece in Athens, Greece.
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For the first time in conference history, the Annual Conference will be held across three full days, providing expanded opportunities for professional learning, networking, collaboration, and international engagement. Pre-conference workshops will be offered on October 21, 2026, followed by the conference on October 22–24, 2026.
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
Conference Theme
Odyssey of Connection: Attachment, Identity, and Belonging Across the Lifespan in an Oversaturated World
We welcome diverse proposals that address a variety of issues in counseling and related helping professions. Preference will be given to proposals that reflect this year's conference theme, address international counseling issues, and explore social justice, advocacy, multiculturalism, and human development across diverse populations and settings.
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We encourage submissions from counselor educators, practitioners, supervisors, researchers, students, and helping professionals from around the world.
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Topics may include, but are not limited to:
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Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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Professional School Counseling
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Career Counseling
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Rehabilitation Counseling
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College Counseling and Student Affairs
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Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling
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Counselor Education and Supervision
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Higher Education Advising
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Community Mental Health
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Crisis and Trauma Counseling
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Social Justice and Advocacy
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Multicultural and International Counseling
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Leadership and Professional Development
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Counseling Research and Scholarship
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Technology and Counseling Practice
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Wellness, Resilience, and Human Development
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Related Helping Professions
Presentation Formats
Educational Session (60 Minutes)
Educational Sessions provide an opportunity for presenters to share research findings, innovative programs, counseling interventions, best practices, professional development topics, supervision strategies, leadership initiatives, advocacy efforts, and counselor education content. Sessions should include practical implications and opportunities for participant learning and engagement.
Extended Educational Session (90 Minutes)
Extended Educational Sessions allow presenters additional time to explore topics in greater depth through discussion, demonstrations, experiential activities, skill-building exercises, case examples, and participant interaction. These sessions are ideal for topics requiring more extensive coverage and application.
Panel Discussion (60 Minutes)
Panel Discussions feature multiple presenters offering diverse perspectives on a focused topic relevant to counseling practice, education, research, leadership, advocacy, or international counseling issues. Panels should include opportunities for audience engagement and discussion.
Oral Research Presentation (15 Minutes)
New for 2026!
Oral Research Presentations provide an opportunity for researchers, faculty, practitioners, and students to present completed or ongoing research studies in a concise format. Presentations should highlight the purpose, methodology, findings, implications, and recommendations of the research. Multiple Oral Research Presentations may be grouped together within a research session.
Spotlight Session/Intensive (3 Hours)
Spotlight Sessions/Intensives provide in-depth exploration of specialized topics, advanced counseling practices, emerging issues, leadership development, supervision, counselor education, research, or innovative approaches to professional practice. These highly interactive sessions should offer substantial content, practical application, experiential learning opportunities, and advanced skill development for participants.
Pre-Conference Workshop (3 Hours)
Pre-Conference Workshops are offered on October 21, 2026, prior to the official conference opening. These extended learning experiences provide participants with intensive training, specialized skill development, and in-depth exploration of topics relevant to counseling practice, education, supervision, leadership, research, and advocacy.
Poster Presentation
Poster Presentations are reserved for student presenters and provide an opportunity to showcase research, innovative projects, program development, advocacy initiatives, and emerging professional contributions. Presenters will engage attendees through visual displays and interactive discussion.
Submission Guidelines
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Each presenter may submit proposals for up to two sessions, allowing for greater diversity in presentations and presenters.
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All presenters must register for the conference.
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At least one presenter for each accepted proposal must attend and present in person.
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Proposals should clearly identify learning objectives and demonstrate relevance to the conference theme and/or international counseling practice.
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Poster Presentations are limited to student presenters.
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Oral Research Presentations may be submitted by faculty, practitioners, professionals, and students.
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Proposal Link
Proposal Deadline
Proposal submissions are due by July 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET).
No submissions will be accepted after this date and time.
Notification of Acceptance
Proposal determination letters will be emailed by August 10, 2026.
Questions
For questions regarding proposal submissions or conference participation, please contact:
european.counseling.aca@gmail.com
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We look forward to welcoming counseling professionals, educators, students, researchers, and helping professionals from around the world to Athens as we explore connection, belonging, identity, and the future of counseling within a global community.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Information regarding conference sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities will be announced soon.
If you have any questions or comments, please contact us at european.counseling.aca@gmail.com.
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