75 Years of  Supporting and Elevating the Counseling Profession 

75 Years of Supporting and Elevating the Counseling Profession

In 2027, ACA will celebrate 75 years of supporting, elevating and advancing the counseling profession. Make plans to join us as we celebrate this monumental accomplishment and look forward to the next 75 years of ACA and the counseling profession.

We are working with our 75th Anniversary Task Force of ACA members who are helping to plan related activities and events. As we draw closer to this milestone, stay tuned for more details on our Diamond Anniversary celebrations.

ACA Oral History Project

ACA has partnered with Publishing Concepts (PCI) to develop a unique oral history publication, compiling the inspiring stories of ACA members across workplace settings, career levels, generations and life experiences. By sharing your memories and stories, you’ll ensure that the rich history of ACA will be preserved for years to come.

PCI will reach out to all active ACA members. As you anticipate hearing from PCI, browse these FAQs to prepare:

I received an email/postcard/phone call from a company asking for my personal information and a story about American Counseling Association. Tell me more about the project.

We have partnered with PCI (also known as Publishing Concepts) to produce an Oral History Publication for ACA. PCI is a family-owned business based in Dallas, TX that has published directories for educational institutions, fraternities, sororities, and military organizations across the nation for over 100 years. This project allows us to hear about your personal experiences from your time at ACA and how the organization has helped to shape your life since then. And, while we have you on the phone, we want to make sure your contact information is up to date.

Does ACA benefit from this at all?

Yes, in a few different ways:

Legacy – sharing and collecting stories preserves the history of our organization
Pride – wearing apparel shows support and love for our organization
Updated Information – allows us to effectively communicate with and engage members

How do I know my information will only be used for Oral History Project purposes?

PCI is committed to protecting your information. The names, addresses and information provided to PCI for the publication of the Oral History Project will be held confidential by PCI, except to the extent that they are utilized in, or in the preparation of, the Oral History Project and except as required by court order or law.

I would like to verify or update my information and share a story. How can I do this?

If you have received a postcard or an email with a telephone number, you may call the number to speak with a dedicated representative for the Oral History Project. The representative will verify the information we have on file for you, make any updates where needed, and then ask you to share your story about your time at ACA. Your story will be recorded, and the sound clip provided to American Counseling Association at the conclusion of the project.
If you have received an email with an embedded link, you may go to the online site to review your information and submit a story.
If you did not receive a postcard or email, you may call the dedicated ACA update line at 866-441-5183.
If you are living internationally or are unable to call the update line, please email PCIservice@publishingconcepts.com. PCI will send you a personalized link for you to share your written story and photo.

How can I participate if I am Deaf/Hard of Hearing?

If you would like to participate and are Deaf/Hard of Hearing, please email customerservice@publishingconcepts.com. PCI will send you a personalized link for you to share your written story and photo.

Can I choose what information prints in the publication?

The only information that is included in the publication is your name and region affiliation, along with your story and photo. No contact information is printed. When you call to update your contact information, it will only be used to update your member record for ACA.

You may revoke consent for your story and/or photo to appear any time before 09/25/2026 by contacting PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1-800-982-1590 or PCIservice@publishingconcepts.com.

I updated my information but need some more time to think about what experience to share.

You can call back at any time before 09/25/2026 to share your story.

I shared a story and the representative said I could send a photo. How do I do this?

You will receive an email with a link to upload one photo (black and white or color) plus a caption.

If you have also purchased a book but do not have an email address on file, you will be sent a photo mailer to send a physical photo in to be printed (note: the photo will be returned if you include a self-addressed, stamped envelope).

Can anyone purchase a book?

The ACA Oral History Publication is available for sale only to ACA members.

When will I receive my book?

The total duration of the Oral History Project is about 10 months. Since the project begins in April 2026, the books will be distributed in February 2027.

I ordered a book / package over the phone and would like to cancel my order. How do I do this?

Contact PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1-800-982-1590, and they will take care of this for you.

ACA 75th Anniversary

75 Years of Supporting and Elevating the Counseling Profession

ACA Oral History Project

75 Years of Supporting and Elevating the Counseling Profession