The Catholic Psychotherapy Association would like to recognize outstanding clinical
psychotherapy practice that embodies the mission of the organization. The recipient of this award displays exceptional clinical skills in psychotherapy, marked by their upstanding reputation within their local community and diocese. CPA members and non-members may apply or nominate other CPA members or non-members who meet the criteria.

Foundational to the ministry of the Catholic Church, acknowledges the intrinsic dignity of each human being and actively supports the needs of the underserved, oppressed, and/or marginalized persons in society. Catholic psychotherapists, researchers, educators, administrators, and spiritual leaders who minister to these persons have an essential role in the ministry of the Church as a whole. Therefore, the Catholic Psychotherapy Association would like to especially recognize those who have made laudable efforts to reduce discrimination and uphold the dignity of all human persons.

The Catholic Psychotherapy Association would like to recognize outstanding academic literature and research that honors the dignity of the human person and embodies the Mission of the Catholic Psychotherapy Association. The recipient of this award has positively contributed to our understanding of Catholic psychotherapy and made a substantial effort to narrow the gap between research and clinical practice. CPA members may nominate another CPA member or a non-member and invite non-members to make appropriate nominations for this award.