About Us
Our Mission
At International Association for Space Counseling, we are dedicated to advancing mental health support in space exploration. Our initiatives focus on creating resilient space communities through innovative counseling and psychological research.
Our History
At IASC, we believe in the power of community. Our organization started out of a passion for space and what makes humanity resilient. Founded in 2025 to meet the growing need for space behavioral health, IASC connects leaders in the development and growth of human resilience in space through interdisciplinary collaboration.
Our Aim
The International Association for Space Counseling is dedicated to supporting individuals and organizations in the space industry, focusing on resilience and mental health in spaceflight. We aim to provide resources, community, networking, and advocacy to promote space behavioral health and foster a sustainable future in human space exploration.
Get Involved
Join an Advisory Committee
IASC advisory committees are the engine behind our mission. Committee members help shape the field of space behavioral health — from developing educational content and ethical standards to planning events and advancing advocacy. If you're interested in contributing your expertise, let us know below.
| Committee | Led by | Primary purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Membership Committee | Chair, Membership Committee | Recruits, welcomes, engages, and retains members; recommends membership development activities. |
| Events Committee | Chair, Events Committee | Plans and supports meetings, webinars, networking sessions, and event logistics. |
| Education Committee | Chair, Education Committee | Develops educational content, programs, and resource offerings. |
| Standards and Ethics Committee | Chair, Standards and Ethics Committee | Develops recommendations regarding competencies, ethics, scope, and professional guidance. |
| Publications Committee | Chair, Publications Committee | Supports publication planning, editorial workflow, content development, and communications related to organizational publications. |
| Advocacy and Outreach Committee | Chair, Advocacy and Outreach Committee | Recommends advocacy priorities, partnership outreach, public messaging, and field-building efforts. |