Past Award Recipients

Leona E. Tyler Award

The Leona E. Tyler Award was conceived in the spring of 1967. Several members of Oregon Personnel and Guidance Association (OPGA) felt that the many contributions of Dr. Tyler to the field of Counseling Psychology should be recognized. Dr. Tyler, who at that time, was the Dean of the Graduate School at the University of Oregon, had attained both national and international acclaim.

Her research, writing, teaching, and supervision of practicum students were outstanding. Dr. Tyler wrote three major textbooks: The Work of the Counselor, Group and Individual Differences, and Clinical Psychology, the latter in conjunction with Dr. Norman Sundberg. The initial award was made to Dr. Tyler, announcing that in her honor, an annual award was being established by Oregon Counseling Association (formerly OPGA) to recognize other individuals whose work has had statewide implications for counseling.

 

2024 Accepting Nominations	Sharon Baum 2002	Reese House 1982
Tever Nickerson 2023	Rolla Lewis 2001	Wilbur Jackson 1981
Roy Huggins 2022	Liz Curtis 2000	Glenn Clark 1980
Dr. Teresa McDowell 2021	Donna Ford 1998	Claude Morgan 1979
Dr. Rana Yaghmaian 2020	Charlotte Udziela 1997	Mavis Malbon 1978
2019	Brooke Collison 1996	Marlene Pickens 1977
Dr. Kae Hixson 2018	Sally House 1995	Anna Thomas 1976
Dr. Gene Eakin 2017	Carol Lynn Morse 1994	Hanna Larsen 1975
Lisa Aasheim 2016	John Bernham 1993	Robin Williams 1974
Bonnie Badenoch 2012	Gerold Kranzler 1992	Esther Matthews 1973
Larry Conner 2011	Carol Sisson 1991	Franklin Zeran 1972
Dina Yerex 2010	Janice Brandstrom 1990	Anna Meeks 1971
Lynn Fontana 2009	Gail Robinson 1989	Glen Weave 1970
Joanne Fuller 2008	Richard White 1988	Oscar Christensen 1969
Mary Lou Brophy 2007	Les Adkins 1987	Raymond Lowe 1968
Donna Rogers-Rhinevault 2006	David Capuzzi 1986
Dr. Farah Ibrahim 2005	Carolyn Sheldon 1985
Robin Karr-Morse 2004	Jan Welle 1984
Deena Corso 2003	Glenn Hill 1983

Human Rights Award

This award is presented to individuals who have demonstrated an exemplary level of professional and personal commitment in the areas of human rights and the advancement of human dignity. Dr. David Capuzzi of Portland State University created this award.

2024 Accepting Nominations	Chuck Hemingway 2011	Joan Mcllroy 1999
Dr. Ryan Reese 2023	Judy Littlebury 2010	Linda Erwin 1998
Victor Chang 2022	Joyce & Dave Ziegler 2010	Kim Shay 1996
Keely Helmick 2021	Carol Levine 2009	Ann Pardington 1995
Sofia Jasani 2020	Phyllis & Rand Michael 2008	Kathleen Bunkey 1994
2019	Linda Smith 2007	Jean Scott 1993
Dr. Deanna Cor 2018	Karin Jordan 2006	Bob Hulsey 1993
Moira Ryan 2017	Ann Harrison 2005	Ron Bloodworth 1993
EASA Young Adult Leadership Council 2016	Manivong Ratts 2004	Esther Matthews 1992
Dr. Audrey Lehmann 2015	Olga Gloria 2003	Reese House 1991
Ann Marie Banfield 2014	Dr. Michael Ingram 2002	Bjo Ashwill 1989
Ryan Melton 2013	Adele Richey McMurry 2001	Carolyn Sheldon 1988
Lonnie Jackson 2012	John Kitzhaber 2000	Martin Acker 1987

Distinguished Service Award

This award is given in recognition of meritorious service on behalf of the Oregon Counseling Association and its members.

2024 Accepting Nominations!	Patricia Kyle 2010	Linda Eby 2002
Quinn Rivenburgh 2023	Angela Doty 2010	LaDonna Macomber 2001
April Ferris 2022	CJ Strauss 2009	Barb Cross 2000
Tever Nickerson 2021	Jeff Harman 2009	Don Perkins 1999
Gianna Russo-Mitma 2020	Larry Conner 2009	Donna Rogers 1998
2019	Bryan Nilsen 2009	OMHC Alliance 1997
Tony Lai 2018	Kevin Wright 2008	Deena Corso 1996
Dr. Susan Bettis 2017	Chrissy Rufolo 2008	Charlotte Udziela 1995
Dr. Marney Hoffman 2016	Douglas Querin 2008	Bob Male 1994
Roy Huggins 2015	Dick Mase 2007	Carol Lynn Morse 1993
Doug Querin 2014	Laura Blaser 2007	Donna Ford 1992
Lara Pevzner 2012	Raymond Peterson 2006	Dave Steinke 1991
CJ Strauss 2011	Julia Cooley 2006	Lizbeth Gray 1988
Rachel Starck 2010	Dina Yerex 2005	Carol Sisson 1987
	Amy Bartley 2004	Steve Regner 1986
	Deborah Rubel 2004	Carol Sisson 1985
	Gene Eakin 2004	Reese House 1980
	Jim Firth 2003	Dick Wilkes 1976

Distinguished Public Advocate Award

This award was established in 2016 and honors those who have made outstanding contributions to ORCA’s public policy and advocacy efforts on behalf of LPCs, LMFTs, and all of the people we serve.

2024 Accepting Nominations!	Charmagne Westcott 2021	Wendy Curtis 2018
Rob Nosse 2023	Tiffany Ketterman 2020	Chad Ernest 2017
Saren Craig 2022	2019	Larry Conner 2016

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