Wyoming Counseling Association
a branch of the American Counseling Association
PROUDLY SUPPORTING WYOMING COUNSELORS
2026 Legislative Advocacy​
In 2026, the Wyoming Counseling Association actively engaged in the legislative session to advocate for policies that strengthen mental health access and support the counseling profession across our state. WCA leaders and our legislative partners worked directly with lawmakers to advance efforts related to K–12 school counselor funding, suicide prevention initiatives, and the sustainability of Wyoming’s 988 crisis response system. Through testimony, meetings with legislators, and collaboration with statewide partners, WCA ensured that the voices of counselors and the communities we serve were represented at the Capitol. Our advocacy reflects our ongoing commitment to protecting the profession and improving access to quality mental health care for all Wyoming residents.
WCA WAS AWARDED THE
2020 AMERICAN COUNSELING ASSOCIATION
STATE BRANCH ADVOCACY AWARD!
The ACA State Branch Advocacy Award recognizes a state counseling organization for excellence in legislative advocacy efforts.
Recent Advocacy Efforts
On 3/2/26, the Wyoming Counseling Association proudly partnered with the Wyoming Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP-WY) for our annual Advocacy Action Day at the Wyoming State Capitol in Cheyenne.
Advocates from across the state gathered for a legislative breakfast and a day of education focused on suicide prevention efforts in Wyoming. Together, we met with lawmakers to discuss the critical importance of sustained funding for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Trust Fund and the role it plays in ensuring that individuals in crisis have access to timely, life-saving support. In addition, we advocated for comprehensive suicide prevention programming in K-12 education.
This partnership between WCA and AFSP-WY has been in place for many years and reflects our shared commitment to prevention, access to care, and community education. We are deeply grateful for the collaborative spirit that makes this day impactful year after year, and we look forward to continuing this important work together for many years to come.
Representing WCA at the Capitol were:
• Alex Petrino, WCA President
• Teigan Thole, WCA President-Elect
• Lindsay Simineo, Wyoming Behavioral Health Alliance Legislative Advocate
Our presence helped to ensure that counselors’ voices were part of the conversation, highlighting the real-world impact of policy decisions on mental health professionals, clients, schools, and communities across Wyoming.
Advocacy is one of the core ways WCA serves our members and the profession. Your membership supports efforts like Advocacy Action Day and strengthens our collective voice at the legislature.
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