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ing and impactful conference to support and strengthen your mission to bring healing to a hurting world. Over the coming days, you’ll gain insight from leading voices in the field, par ticipate in hands-on workshops, enjoy vibrant worship, and experience world class entertainment. Each moment is crafted to equip you with relevant tools, current research, and real-world strate gies to elevate your work and deepen your impact for Christ. We understand that your calling to care for others is more than mastering knowledge and techniques—it’s a sacred journey of hope and restoration found in Christ. We’ve created an atmosphere, where you’ll be refreshed through wor ship, encouraged by Scripture, and guided by God’s truth as you carry out the vital role of caregiving.

Founder of the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute, and Dr. Gregory Jantz, founder of The Center, A Place of Hope. Both men are heroes of the faith and have power fully impacted the Christian counseling community. Please join us in praying for the Dobson and Jantz families, as we honor the life and legacy of these great men this week at the World Conference. Welcome again to the 2025 AACC “Unit ed” World Conference! Let’s step forward together into a time of transformation, encouragement, and renewed commit ment to our shared purpose. May this experience bring clarity, connection, and spiritual renewal to your journey.

Greetings from Nashville! On behalf of the AACC Executive Adviso ry Board, our leadership team, and every member of the AACC family, I’m thrilled to welcome you to the 2025 AACC “United” World Conference! This week, you are stepping into the world’s larg est gathering of Christian mental health professionals, leaders, coaches, and lay helpers, and we are confident that God will do remarkable things during our time together. We’ve designed an inspir

With heartfelt appreciation,

Ben Allison, J.D., M.B.A. Chief Executive Officer, American Association of Christian Counselors

This year, we lost two pivotal members of the AACC Family: Dr. James Dobson,

In Loving Memory Of Gregory L. Jantz Ph.D., C.E.D.S. Mental Health Pioneer

Founder of The Center • A Place of Hope July 13, 1959 - July 4, 2025

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