INDIAN COUNSELLORS ' ASSOCIATION (ICA)

Empowering Minds. Strengthening Counselling. Building Healthier Society.

A national professional association dedicated to supporting counsellors, promoting ethical and evidence-based counselling, and advancing mental health awareness across India.

ABOUT ICA

Strengthening Counselling. Supporting Mental Wellness.

The Indian Counsellor’s Association (ICA) is a national professional organization committed to advancing the counselling profession and promoting mental health initiatives across India.

We bring together counsellors, educators, community workers, and allied professionals to share knowledge, strengthen professional practice, and contribute to the well-being of individuals and communities.

Through training, research, advocacy, and professional development, ICA works to strengthen counselling services across the country.
We promote ethical, empathetic, and evidence-based approaches to mental health and counselling.
Our goal is to build a compassionate and resilient society where quality mental health support is accessible to all.

Our Programs & Activities

Supporting Professionals. Strengthening Communities.

Training & Skill Development

Workshops, seminars, conferences, and webinars that help counsellors, educators, parents, teachers, and social workers develop relevant knowledge and skills for effective counselling and community support across diverse communities.

Professional
Support

Providing support, information, resources, and networking opportunities to counsellors while encouraging professional growth and collaboration across the counselling community throughout India and beyond through meaningful professional connections.

Research & Publications

Supporting research in counselling, mental health, and community well-being, while encouraging knowledge sharing and evidence-based professional practice to promote positive change across communities and strengthen mental health support systems nationwide.

Mental Health Awareness

Promoting public awareness and mental health education to help individuals and communities better understand emotional well-being and counselling while encouraging healthy coping, resilience, empathy, and timely support-seeking for improved overall mental wellness.

School & Community Outreach

Conducting school and community-based programs that support mental health awareness and help communities respond effectively to emotional and psychological challenges through education, outreach, collaboration, awareness campaigns, and accessible community support initiatives.

Who can become an ICA member

Connect. Grow. Make a Difference.

Membership

  • The membership of the Association shall be open to any counselor who is the holder of either a Diploma /Degree/ Post Graduate Degree in Counselling/ Psychology/Social Work/ Special Education/ Psychiatry Nurse from a recognised University/ Institution or an equal qualification approved by ICA.
  • Persons of good character who have met the requirements as outlined in the membership criteria.
  • Membership fee for every year would be announced in the AGM. At present it is Rs.750 per year until modified by the Governing Council.

Why Choose ICA

Professional Excellence with a Compassionate Approach

The Indian Counsellor’s Association (ICA) is committed to strengthening the counselling profession and promoting accessible, ethical, and evidence-based mental health support across India.
Increase your professional visibility and recognition as an ICA member.
Take part in ICA trainings, conferences, seminars, and working groups.
Receive guidance, support, and professional interaction from ICA members.
Use the ICA logo as an ICA member in accordance with the Association's guidelines.

Let’s Strengthen Mental Health Together

Connect with ICA and be part of a professional community dedicated to advancing counselling, promoting mental health awareness, and creating meaningful change across India.