Cultivate Calmness Episode #130 - So Many Sessions, So Little Time: My ACA Experience

𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 #𝟏𝟑𝟎 - 𝐒𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐒𝐨 𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 𝐌𝐲 𝐀𝐂𝐀 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞

𝘏𝘰𝘴𝘵: 𝘒𝘢𝘦𝘭𝘢 𝘙𝘢𝘦 𝘝𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘓𝘗𝘊𝘊𝘚

In this week’s episode of the Cultivate Calmness Podcast, Kaela shares her honest reflections after attending the American Counseling Association (ACA) Conference in Columbus. From navigating packed schedules and choosing between dozens of sessions to experiencing mental fatigue, networking opportunities, and exploring vendor spaces, she breaks down both the highlights and the challenges of the event. Kaela also offers practical insights for clinicians considering future conferences—how to approach session selection, balance learning with connection, and actually implement what you learn afterward. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, this episode gives a real, behind-the-scenes look at what conferences can (and can’t) offer.

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