Counseling can be a stressful and demanding profession, often resulting in counselor impairment and burnout. While there are various constructs for this, supporting practices that will deter such is vital. Personal wellness and self-care are essential elements needed for the preservation of the counseling profession and a standard in the ACA Code of Ethics (2014). This session will disseminate the research findings on how counselor education programs in HBCUs promote wellness in their students.
