FCA's 77th Annual Convention at Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa! (September 24, 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Join us for the In-Person

77^th Annual Florida Counseling Association Convention!

"Brave Hearts, Bold Voices: Counselors Rising for Heaking and Equity in Every Space"

Thursday, September 24 through Saturday, September 26, 2026
at the Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa, Hutchinson Island, FL

This year’s convention will be held over the course of three days. On Thursday, we will offer a full day of focused educational sessions. On Friday and Saturday, we will have full days of educational sessions and poster sessions focusing on this year's theme and improving counselor training, professional development and identity, and client care.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING REGARDING REGISTRATION

Full Convention tickets include 1 admission to the convention AND 1 admission to the Reception on Friday evening. Pre-convention is an additional registration fee and must be purchased to attend Thursday programming.

Attendees are eligible to earn up to 6 Continuing Education (CE) hours on Thursday during the Pre-Convention Session, and up to 12 CE hours during the Convention on Friday and Saturday. These CE hours are pending approval by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling, as well as by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC).

We are honored this year to have as our Keynote speaker. . . .

Victoria Kress, Ph.D., LPCC_Supervisor (OH), NCC, CCMHC

Elected 75th President of the American Counseling Association (ACA)

We are excited to have as our Plenary speaker..

Ali Cunningham, Ph.D., LMHC, QS

Professor at Lynn University, Clinician, & Consultant

FCA Double Sevens: Stayin’ Alive & Shinin’ Bright!

Get ready for a disco-inspired celebration honoring FCA’s 77th Annual Conference! Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, dancing, photo ops, and connection as counselors from across Florida come together to shine bright. Sequins, sparkle, and good vibes encouraged…because when the beat drops, counselors rise!

Every full-convention registration includes 1 Reception ticket. Additional tickets are available for purchase at $75 for adults and $50 for children and can be selected when you complete your registration form.

Please carefully review the various options for registration and select the appropriate option. The pricing for the full convention rates are below:

Early Bird Pricing through August 14, 2026
- Early-bird Registration Non-Members- $340
- Early-bird Registration FCA Members- $255
- Early-bird Registration Student Members- $170
Full Pricing August 15, 2026- September 26, 2026

- Full Registration Non-Members (after August 14, 2026) $400
- Full Registration FCA Members (after August 14, 2026) $300
- Full Registration Student Members (after August 14, 2026) $200
Additional Tickets, Discounts, and Pricing
- Presenter Discount: $25 off FCA Member or Non-Member pricing, early bird discount eligible
- Past-President Discount: $170 through August 14, 2026 or $200 after August 14, 2026
- Pre-convention Add-on Non-Member $150
- Pre-convention Add-on Member $100
- Reception Extra Tickets $75 for adults and $50 per child

Please note, all Presenters and VIP Registrants will receive a promo code to register.

Hotel Accommodations. . . .

When you make your reservation, please inform the hotel you are with the Florida Counseling Association convention. Click here to book now!

Registration Cancellation Policy. . . .

To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all attendees, please familiarize yourself with the following registration policy. Your registration fee provides access to all convention activities, including plenary and keynote speeches, educational sessions, networking luncheons, and the exhibit hall. Registration fees are non-refundable, except in the case of a natural disaster (e.g., a hurricane, flood, tornado) that significantly impacts your ability to attend the convention. In such cases, a refund will be provided upon submission of a formal refund request along with appropriate documentation. We understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise, and we are committed to supporting our participants to the best of our ability.

Please note:

A refund of 50% of the registration fee will be provided if the request is made 30 days prior to the FCA Convention in the case of a natural disaster.

A refund of 25% of the registration fee will be provided if the request is made 15 days prior to the FCA Convention in the case of a natural disaster.

We eagerly anticipate your active involvement and contribution at this event as we convene to exchange insights, acquire knowledge, and further the advancement of counseling within our state. Your well-being and conference experience are of utmost importance to us, and we look forward to hosting you at the 77^th Annual Florida Counseling Association Convention.

We hope you will join us at the Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa! It will be great to see everyone in person! If you have any questions, please contact us.

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