August 18, 2025
AACC provides invaluable, clinically excellent, Bible-based resources to combat back-to-school anxiety
‘As we prepare for the new academic year, it’s crucial to remember that school readiness isn’t just about having the right supplies or learning your schedule; it’s also about mental health’
LYNCHBURG, Va. — The start of a new school year can be an extremely stressful time for both children and parents. Whether dealing with basic back-to-school jitters or something more severe like bullying, children are often overwhelmed by the uncertainties academics can bring. While there are practical tips for parents looking to ease their child’s reentry into school, some parents might consider professional aid.
The American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC, www.aacc.net) is ready to provide mental health education, tools, and resources to help parents and teachers navigate back-to-school stressors. By championing spiritual practices and spirituality within mental health care, AACC is bringing Christ into mental health. As AACC-trained mental health counselors navigate children through their mental health journey, kids can become equipped with the knowledge to allow Christ’s guidance to help them through the stressors of school and bullying.
“Unfortunately, not all students look forward to the start of a new school year,” said AACC President Dr. Tim Clinton. “Some children suffer from anxiety, while others fear the return of an old bully. As we prepare for the new academic year, it’s crucial to remember that school readiness isn’t just about having the right supplies or learning your schedule; it’s also about mental health. Some parents might not know how to best address any concerns their child has about the new school year, so we at AACC are ready and able to provide Bible-based support, encouragement, and resources.”
AACC is committed to encouraging, strengthening, and serving Christian mental health professionals, including licensed psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, psychotherapists, marriage and family therapists, addictions counselors, and counselors, as well as Christian life and mental health coaches, pastors, lay counselors and the community at large. In addition, AACC is on a mission to help the church worldwide become more caring and mental health-friendly, as they seek to champion spiritual practices and spirituality within mental health care. AACC also hosts the biennial World Conference and the Mega National Christian Counseling and Coaching Conference to help men and women grow in their faith and counseling journey.
AACC’s Light University offers educational programs ranging from certification courses to continuing education for counselors and those wanting to become Christian counselors and coaches.
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To interview a representative from the American Association of Christian Counselors, contact Media@HamiltonStrategies.com, Beth Bogucki, 610.584.1096, ext. 105, Dawn Foglein, ext. 100, or Daniel Moyer, ext. 104.
