Society News
Keep up with the latest developments and achievements within the Society for Psychotherapy. This section covers organizational news, member highlights, and other noteworthy updates from the society.
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A Reflection Upon Clinical Training
When I reflect upon my journey to becoming a clinical psychologist there are three aspects that have significantly shaped my development as a therapist. The first is that, during my training, I have been exposed to a wide range of clinical settings, therapeutic approaches, and clinical populations. I have practiced at the university counseling center, […]
Mariafé Panizo, M.S.
October 17, 2018
A Reflection Upon Teaching and Mentorship
I’m deeply honored and humbled to receive the Division 29 Student Excellence in Teaching/Mentorship Award. Teaching and mentoring students has been one of the most valuable experiences I’ve had as a graduate student. Yet, as a student, it still feels incredibly odd to be asked to write about my teaching/mentorship experiences. As graduate students, I […]
Alice E. Coyne, PhD
October 17, 2018
Jeremy D. Safran, Ph.D.
Professor Jeremy D. Safran, a teacher, clinical psychologist, psychoanalyst, and psychotherapy researcher, was fatally attacked by an intruder in his Brooklyn home on the evening of May 7, 2018. He had just turned 66. The news of his brutal murder sent shock waves throughout the many local and international academic communities of which he was […]
Lisa Wallner Samstag, Ph.D.
October 17, 2018
SAP 2018 Nominations Ballot
Dear SAP (Division 29) Colleague: The Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy (APA Division of Psychotherapy, 29) seeks nominations of creative individuals and great leaders! We would like both new and experienced voices to advance our increasingly important work on behalf of psychotherapy. The SAP Board encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to seek nomination. NOMINATE […]
Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy
October 5, 2018
Division 29 Endorsement for President-elect Candidate
The Board of Directors of Division 29 (Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy) has endorsed the candidacy of Dr. Armand Cerbone for President-elect of the American Psychological Association. Dr. Cerbone has demonstrated a clear and noteworthy record of commitment to advancing psychotherapy in education and training, research, practice, and the public interest. Moreover, he has […]
Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy
October 2, 2018
Join the SAP Early Career Psychologist Listserv
Attention ECPs! Have you joined our new Division 29 ECP Listerv? Communicate, connect, and share resources with fellow Division 29 ECP members. Receive the latest news and announcements on all things ECP-related. To join, simply send a request message to: DIV29ECP-request@lists.apa.org
Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy
September 20, 2018
SAP President Elect Announces APA Convention Theme and Presidential Initiative
Hello Division Members: As I fully realize my president-elect status (which, to be honest, is a little overwhelming), I would like to briefly introduce myself and also our convention theme and my primary presidential initiative for my upcoming (2019) presidential year. I am pleased to announce the Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy theme for […]
Nancy L. Murdock, Ph.D.
September 20, 2018
Board of Directors Statement on Diversity
The Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy values and honors diversity (as defined in the APA ethics code) in its Board of Directors, Committee Chairs, committees, as well as in its membership. We work to create and maintain an inclusive environment that welcomes the perspectives and voices of all participants. We recognize the contributions of […]
Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy
September 19, 2018
Call for Nominations
The Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy (SAP) is seeking candidates for Student Representative for a two-year term beginning January 1, 2019, and ending December 31, 2020. The duties of the Student Representative include: Chairing and coordinating the activities of the Student Development Committee. Serving as an elected, voting member of the Society’s Board of Directors […]
Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy
August 31, 2018
Reflections From an American Psychological Association/American Psychological Foundation Gold Medal Award Recipient for Life Achievement in the Application of Psychology
Nick: You’ve been selected as the recipient of the 2018 APA/APF gold medal award for life achievement in the application of psychology, which recognizes a distinguished career and enduring contribution to the advanced application of psychology through methods, research, and/or application of psychological techniques to important practical problems. So, as you look back over your […]
Nicholas R. Morrison, Ph.D.
August 23, 2018
Winners Announced for the Inaugural, 2018 Division 29 Student Poster Award Competition
As one of Michael Constantino’s presidential initiatives, Division 29 launched its new Student Poster Award competition at the 2018 APA Convention. The Division awarded a $500 prize to the most meritorious poster in each of its two poster sessions. As a first step, a committee reviewed and rated all student-authored poster abstracts that were accepted for presentation at […]
Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy
August 21, 2018
Congratulations to the Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy 2018 Award Winners and Grant Recipients!
Distinguished Psychologist Award Jacques Barber Jacques P. Barber, Ph.D., ABPP is Professor and Dean, Gordon F Derner School of Psychology formerly the Institute of Advanced Studies in Psychology at Adelphi University. He is professor of psychology in the Department of Psychiatry and in the Psychology Graduate Group at the University of Pennsylvania. He is also […]
Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy
August 2, 2018