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Call for Proposals:  2026 TCA Conference: Counselors Connecting Across Distance

Due July 31, 2026

 

The Tennessee Counseling Association

 announces its open call for presentation proposals for the virtual 69th

 Annual Tennessee Counseling Association Conference, November 19- 21st. 

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Join us as we explore our theme: Counselors Connecting Across Distance! Don’t miss out! 

Proposal Submissions:

To submit a proposal, complete the following form here, by July 31, 2026.

The TCA conference committee will review each submission and send disposition emails by the end of August.

Call for Proposals Template - to prepare your proposal.

2026 Call for Proposals

The Tennessee Counseling Association is thrilled to announce the opening of our Call for Proposals for the much-anticipated Annual Conference! We invite passionate professionals, educators, researchers, and students in the field of counseling to submit their proposals and be a part of this enriching event.

Theme: Counselors Connecting Across Distance

Date: November 19th- 21st, 2026

Location: Online

We are excited to announce the Call for Presentation Proposals for the 69th Annual Tennessee Counseling Association (TCA) Conference, happening virtually November 19th- 21st, 2026.

This year’s theme, “Counselors Connecting Across Distance,” recognizes the vital work counselors do in creating meaningful connections across distance while caring for themselves and advocating for the well-being of others. We invite engaging, thoughtful, and skill-building presentations that speak to this dual mission; whether focused on clinical practice, school counseling, counselor education, supervision, advocacy, equity, or wellness.

We welcome proposals from:

  • School counselors

  • Mental health professionals

  • Counselor educators

  • Graduate students

  • Advocates and community leaders

Whether you're looking to share research, present a workshop, offer experiential learning, or lead a panel discussion, we encourage you to submit a proposal.

Submission Guidelines:

  • We are accepting proposals for 60-minute educational sessions, 60-minute roundtables, and will have four 3-hour educational sessions (Learning Institutes).

  • Proposals are encouraged but not required to align with this year's conference theme: Counselors Connecting Across Distance

  • Proposals must be submitted online by July 31st, 2026.