Join OCA, Where Counselors Connect, Grow, and Thrive
At OCA, membership means more than belonging—it means being part of a vibrant, inclusive network of professionals who support, inspire, and advocate for one another. Whether you’re a student just starting out, a seasoned professional, or enjoying retirement, your voice matters here. Together, we’re building a stronger future for counselors across Oklahoma.
A Membership That Connects
Being part of OCA means having access to the tools, connections, and support you need at every stage of your career. When you join OCA, you gain access to:
A Supportive Professional Community
Whether you’re a student, mid-career counselor, or retired professional, you belong here. OCA is a diverse, welcoming community where members find encouragement, mentorship, and shared purpose in advancing mental health across our state.
Meaningful Networking
Join friends and colleagues at regional, division, and annual conferences to connect with peers, mentors, and thought leaders across the diverse fields of counseling. OCA brings professionals together to share, learn, and grow.
Professional Visibility & Involvement
Take the lead in your profession. Share your expertise through presentations and get involved in divisions focused on your areas of interest from across the state and all levels of professional development, from students to counselor educators and licensed practitioners. Your participation helps shape Oklahoma’s counseling landscape.
Continuing Education & CEUs
Stay current and compliant. Members get access to workshops, webinars, and conferences designed to meet CEU requirements and keep you informed on the latest best practices and innovations in the field.
Advocacy & Policy Support
Help shape the future of counseling in Oklahoma. As a member, you’ll join forces with our legislative liaisons to influence licensure standards, funding, and mental health policy at the Capitol, making sure the voice of counselors is heard loud and clear.
Join the OCA in 3 Quick Steps!
Choose Your Membership Type
Whether you’re a student, early-career professional, seasoned counselor, or retiree, there’s a membership tailored to your journey in the counseling field.
Select Your Divisions
Customize your experience by joining one or more of our specialty divisions. You’ll need to choose at least one—but you’re welcome to explore as many as align with your interests and professional goals. Scroll down to learn more about each division.
Complete Your Registration
Submit your information, process your payment, and you’re in! You’re now part of a supportive, statewide network of counseling professionals ready to grow, advocate, and connect with you.
Membership Levels
Associate
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An individual who is not in an active counseling role but wants to support OCA.
Professional
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An individual in an active counselor role with a master's degree or higher.
Retiree
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An individual retired and receiving no compensation from counseling.
Student
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An individual currently enrolled in a master's degree program in counseling or a closely related field.
Our Divisions
When you join OCA, you’ll select at least one division to align with your professional interests. Each division offers targeted resources, events, and a focused community within the broader OCA network.
Oklahoma Association of Addiction Counselors (OAAC)
OKLAHOMA ASSOCIATION OF COUNSELOR EDUCATION & SUPERVISION (OACES)
OKLAHOMA CHRISTIAN COUNSELORS ASSOCIATION (OCCA)
Oklahoma Mental Health Association (OMHA)
OKLAHOMA SOCIETY FOR AFFECTIONAL, INTERSEX, AND GENDER EXPANSIVE IDENTITIES (OK-SAIGE)
OCA Regions
The NW Region of OCA includes the counties of Cimarron, Texas, Beaver, Harper, Woods, Alfalfa, Grant, Kay, Noble, Garfield, Major, Woodward, Ellis, Roger Mills, Dewey, Blaine, Kingfisher, and Custer.
The NE Region of OCA includes the counties of Osage, Washington, Nowata, Craig, Ottawa, Delaware, Mayes, Rogers, Tulsa, Pawnee, Payne, Creek, Okfuskee, Okmulgee, Muskogee, Wagoner, Cherokee, and Adair.
The Central Region of OCA includes the counties of McClain, Cleveland, Pottawatomie, Lincoln, Logan, Oklahoma, and Canadian.
The SW Region of OCA includes the counties of Love, Carter, Garvin, Stephens, Jefferson, Grady, Caddo, Comanche, Southwest, Cotton, Tillman, Kiowa, Washita, Beckham, Greer, Harman, and Jackson.
The SE Region of OCA includes the counties of Sequoyah, Haskell, Latimer, Leflore, McIntosh, Hughes, Seminole, Murray, Marshall, Johnston, Coal, Atoka, Bryan, Pontotoc, Pittsburg, McCurtain, Pushmataha, and Choctaw.