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Suncoast Mental Health Counselors Association,
P.O. Box 40124
St. Petersburg, Fl 33743
Officers
President 2011-2012 Elvis Lester elvis@execulearn.com
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Past President 2011-2012
Carlos Zalaquett
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Treasurer
James Messina
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Secretary
Millyan Cabrera
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Member-At-Large
Roland R. Martens rolandm@tampabay.rr.com
Jay Schrader
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Counselor Educator Representative Stephen Giunta Stephen_A_Giunta@hotmail.com± ± ± ± ± ± ± ± ± ± ± ±
Graduate Student Representative
Lindy Sorenson
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Registered MHC Intern Representative
Tristan Byrnes
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Legislative Committee
Mary Lutzo
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Professional Development
Carole Sharman
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Public & Community Relations
Rafael Fuentes.
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Social Networking Committee & College Visits
Dawn Hudak
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Spring Symposium Committee Stephen Giunta Stephen_A_Giunta@hotmail.com
Administrative Services
Vicki Lehman P.O. Box 40124 St. Petersburg 33743
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Newsletter Editor
Nancy Perdue Nancy@LifeImprovements2000.com
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SMHCA adheres
to the Purposes and Code of Ethics of the American Mental Health
Counselors Association.
The purposes of the Florida Mental Health Counselors Association are to:
Code of Ethics SMHCA members adhere to the Code of Ethics of the American Mental Health Counselors Association, which states as its preamble, "Mental health counselors believe in the dignity and worth of the individual. They are committed to increasing knowledge of human behavior and understanding of themselves and others. While pursuing these endeavors, they make every reasonable effort to protect the welfare of those who seek their services, or of any subject that may be the object of study. They use their skills only for purposes consistent with these values and do not knowingly permit their misuse by others. While demanding for themselves freedom of inquiry and community, mental health counselors accept the responsibility this freedom confers: competence, objectivity in the application of skills, and concern for the best interest of clients, colleagues, and society in general. In the pursuit of these ideals, mental health counselors subscribe to the following principles: 1. Welfare of the Consumer 2. Clients' Rights 3. Confidentiality 4. Utilization of Assessment Techniques 5. Pursuit of Research Activities 6. Consulting 7. Competence 8. Professional Relationships 9. Supervisee, Student and Employee Relationships 10. Moral and Legal Standards 11. Professional Responsibility 12. Private Practice 13. Public Statements 14. Internet On-line Counseling 15. Resolution of Ethical Problems
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Purpose Statement The purpose of this organization is to provide a means for mental health counselors in this district to work towards common goals including, but not limited to: promoting the profession of mental health counseling; increasing the visibility and respect accorded the profession; fostering professional identity and development; providing education and training opportunities to enhance the quality of services provided by members; promoting legislation which recognizes and advances the profession; addressing issues of discrimination and client advocacy; promoting an alliance with other organized mental health professional with common goals and interests; and generally working for the common good of mental health counselors.
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Members Corner We are very excited to have you as part of the SMHCA. Thank you for your membership! We want you to know that we are committed to keeping you current on legislation that affects mental health counseling, and we are advocating on your behalf. Likewise, we offer trainings for professional development, and for a nominal fee, you earn CEU’s! Moreover, we help our graduate students and interns stay informed of supervision requirements as well as potential internship sites or employment opportunities. In addition, we provide a forum where mental health counselors can come together as a therapeutic community and find strength and renewal. We share a commonality unique to ourselves. As healers of the soul, we facilitate change in the lives of others who have reached their darkest hour. We share hope and encouragement, helping others overcome. We lead people forward in their lives. We give of ourselves for the good of mankind. We make a difference. The SMHCA supports you in your endeavors. We encourage you to join us each month and get involved. Make new friends. Exchange thoughts and ideas. Leave recharged and renewed. ☼
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