OCA End of Year Awards

Each year the Oakland Counseling Association recognizes a few of our members for outstanding work in the field of counseling.

The awards nomination process for 2026-2027 will be announced in the fall.

Check out the Awards Criteria document to see what information will be requested in each of the nomination forms.

Counselor of the Year Award

The Counselor of the Year award is intended to celebrate one of our exemplary counselors who has made a positive impact in their community.

• 2026-2027 Counselor of the Year Nomination - Google Form (coming this fall!)

Terry Hood Lifetime Achievement Award

The Terry Hood Lifetime Achievement award is intended to celebrate a retiring or recently retired counselor who has contributed to their community and the counseling profession.

• 2026-2027 Terry Hood Lifetime Achievement Nomination - Google Form (coming this fall!)