THE NCE IS NO WALK IN THE PARK
Ace the National Counselor Examination (NCE) Without the Panic
National Counselor Examination Preparation Services
The NCE is too expensive to fail
If you’re here, you’re probably studying for the National Counselor Exam and your mind feels blown. You’ve heard the horror stories. You’ve heard that passing on the first attempt is rare.
And truthfully?
It is.
But not for the students who prepare the right way.
After dropping big money to register for the National Counselor Examination (NCE), you jump on social media asking which NCE study guide is the best.
You get 15 different answers.
So you do what most future counselors do — you buy the two most popular NCE prep books and sign up for an online subscription “just to be safe.”
Now you’re $500 deep between exam registration and study materials.
But you feel good.
Because with all of these resources, you’re definitely going to pass the NCE… right?
Then you start studying.
And suddenly…
The pages blur together.
The practice questions feel random.
Every domain feels equally important.
And instead of feeling more confident, you feel more anxious.
You’ve isolated yourself to study.
You’re second-guessing everything.
And now you’re wondering if you made a mistake even scheduling the exam.
YOU CAN'T REMEMBER ANYTHING!!!
See? I told you.
Test taker after test taker struggles with these exact issues. And it’s not because they aren’t smart enough.
It’s because they were never taught how to prepare for the National Counselor Examination.
Most repeat test takers fall into the same trap:
They assume the bigger the study guide, the better.
So they trust that massive 800-page book is all they need to pass.
Let me fill you in on something:
Most NCE study guides are packed with information that will never appear on the exam.
Bigger is absolutely not better here.
Strategic is better. Structured is better. Targeted NCE test prep is better.
Here’s What We Do Differently
We cut through outdated, irrelevant material and focus on:
What is actually tested
How questions are structured
How to build mental stamina
How to manage exam-day anxiety
My self-paced NCE prep courses and mobile app were designed specifically for busy graduate counseling students and professionals balancing real life.
Because let’s be honest:
This process costs a lot and not just the NCE registration fee.
Without passing, many counselors are unable to obtain state licensure, advance professionally, or secure National Certified Counselor (NCC) status.
You have a lot riding on this.
But lucky for you? I’m very good at what I do.
Passing the NCE isn’t about collecting more materials.
It’s about having a strategy.
Building stamina.
Training your brain for test day.
Choose the NCE prep option that fits your timeline, your learning style, and the level of support you need.
And let’s get you across that finish line.
how i can help
Pick Your Study Path
Self Paced Course
Your Complete Study System:
For those who prefer a structured plan with lessons and guided weekly sessions. Follow a clear roadmap over 6–8 weeks with 90-day access to prepare with purpose and intention.
$149
Mock Exam 10-Pack
Test-Day Simulation + Stamina Training:
A premium 10-exam NCE mock test experience designed to build stamina, sharpen timing, and boost confidence. Practice under real test-day conditions and pinpoint weak areas.
$179
NCE Test Prep App
Daily Practice + Calm Confidence:
For the busy test taker who needs structure in small doses. Daily quizzes, targeted review, timed practice, and a guided path that keeps you consistent—even with work, practicum, and life.
Not Sure which path to take?
Self Paced Course
If you’re overwhelmed by the vast amount of content you are expected to study and need a structured way to review the material. This is the all-inclusive study program for test takers who want content, structure, and strategy in one place.
Mock Exam 10-Pack
If you’re testing soon and want to have simulated exams to help you better prepare for the actual test day. This 10-Pack is for NCE test takers who are ready to stop “reading and hoping” and start practicing with structure, timing, and strategy.
NCE Test Prep App
If you need consistency and daily momentum to keep you motivated. The app is for the busy, high-achieving test taker who needs structure in small doses. Get into a daily rhythm of studying to build real confidence for exam day.
different test prep - different results
So why are you hesitating?
“Raysha, are you able to tutor me one on one?”
Honey no! I love working 1-on-1 but I realized I wasn’t able to help everyone and grow my private practice at the same time. That’s why I created these courses. All of my research in a self-paced option for you to use as your time permits. With that, I’m always here to answer questions you have about topics that just seem tricky. Email me anytime! And remember, these courses are designed to assist you in passing the NCE so don’t purchase if you are taking a different exam.
“Raysha, is the content up to date with your three study options?”
Is fat meat greasy??? OF COURSE! In all 3 test tools, you have comprehensive study material that covers the NCE Outline provided by the NBCC with the most up to date content and changes published by the NBCC. These tools will walk you through each of the eight CACREP content areas as well as the six test domains. The vast majority of the NCE is content that does NOT expire (hello, the founder of psychoanalytics isn’t ever going to change) so rest easy we will prepare you with the foundations that won’t change and prep you for any major changes announced by the NBCC or in the counseling community.
“Raysha, how long do I have access to these options?”
90 days for the self paced course and exam pack. You have a monthly subscription to your app store for the app. Use your days wisely and don’t purchase unless you are ready to study!
“Raysha, what can I expect with the self paced course?”
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90-day access
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32 organized lessons / study sessions
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Quizzes, videos, lectures, and study tips
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Content aligned to the updated NCE format
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Full length practice exam
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Discussion community with fellow test takers
Best for: learners who want the most complete experience and don’t want to guess what to do next.
“Raysha that sounds like a solid option. What can I expect with the exam pack?”
Inside this pack you’ll receive:
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10 full-length NCE mock exams (designed for realistic practice)
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2,000 unique questions (no repeated questions!)
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A quick-start testing method (start at Question #1—build momentum)
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A simple post-exam review routine (so every exam improves the next one)
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A final-week mode strategy for your last stretch before test day
Most test takers don’t fail because they didn’t “study hard enough.” They struggle because they’re overwhelmed, they don’t know what to focus on, and they haven’t trained for the experience of a long, timed exam.
This pack helps you:
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build endurance for long testing sessions
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strengthen timing + decision-making under pressure
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identify weak areas fast so your study time becomes targeted
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develop calm confidence through repetition and structure
“Raysha, that sounds exactly like what I need but I think I still need a study tool. What can I expect with the NCE Test Prep app?”
Think of the app as your personal prep coach on the go. With Raysha AI to help you quickly find deeper dives of content that may still feel difficult to a community of your peers that you can pair up with and study to short learning lessons and quizzes, the app helps you to:
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stay consistent with daily practice
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gain motivation with the test taker leaderboard
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learn breathing techniques that will come in handy on exam day to manage anxiety
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focus on the content that matters most
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practice a timed full length exam
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connect with peers for support and learning tips / suggestions
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track growth so you can study strategically (not emotionally)
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test takers juggling work, internship/practicum, and life
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people who need accountability and structure
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learners who want “a little every day” instead of cramming
“Raysha, what is your ‘pass rate’ for the people you’ve helped with the NCE?”
Dunno. I wish I could tell you how many people have passed of the 1000+ that I’ve worked with but that’s simply not possible. I have test takers that call me as they are leaving the testing site with their test results and I have others that I’ve emailed to follow up with about their results and they simply never reply. I always assumed those were the ones that failed, however I’ve later seen those same people on social media shouting from their electronic device that they passed. So as with my therapeutic clients, I don’t always know how my services affected them. And I’ve learned to be okay with that–I’m grateful to have been a part of the person’s journey during that season of their lives. (sidenote: be leery of anyone or service offering a pass rate or guarantee- not only does the NBCC prohibit us from guaranteeing users will pass but there is no way to accurately assess who passed unless every single user reports back truthfully. so in other words, don’t believe the hype!)
CONTACT ME
It’s Me, Raysha!
* Licensed Counselor
* Founder of The Collective
* 1st time “GO” at the NCE!