Professional identity is a key component of counselor development. This assignment will assist you in developing your own professional identity through researching different counseling organizations and the services and benefits that they offer.

Research a division of the American Counseling Association or the American Mental Health Counselors Association.

Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you identify how this professional organization cultivates your growing professional identity. Include the following: Identify       the history, mission, and activities (including advocacy) of the division       you chose. Describe       your rationale for selecting the division. Explain       how this division will enhance your professional identity.

Format your paper according to appropriate course-level APA guidelines. Headings and subheadings are required.