Georgia Joins Counseling Compact

Georgia Joins the Counseling Compact — What It Means for You and Your Loved Ones

Big news for mental health care in our state: Georgia has officially gone live with the Counseling Compact, becoming the fifth state in the country to begin issuing privileges. You can read the full announcement here: https://counselingcompact.gov/georgia-goes-live/

So what does this mean in plain terms? It means a Licensed Professional Counselor here at Cardinal Counseling Group can now work with your friends and family who live in other states that are part of the compact. Right now that includes Arizona, Louisiana, Minnesota, and Ohio — and we expect more states to come online in the months ahead.

We're especially hopeful that our neighboring states will join soon. Here's why that matters: surveys suggest that around 40% of Georgia residents who move out of state relocate to a neighboring one. The compact is a real game-changer in those situations. Instead of having to start over with a new provider, you'd be able to keep your existing treatment plan and stay connected to the same therapeutic relationship — before, during, and after your move. That kind of continuity can make all the difference in your progress.

Ready to take the next step? Whether you're starting your mental health journey or planning a move that the compact could help with, our clinicians are here for you. Schedule time to speak with a Cardinal Counseling Group clinician today — reach out to book your appointment and let's talk about how we can support you, wherever life takes you.