Honors early career psychologists in Division 29 for outstanding achievements and promise in psychotherapy theory, practice, research, or training.
Funder: American Psychological Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Full application/nomination deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: 1 award of $1,000; one-time award
Summary: Recognizes early career psychologists in Division 29 for outstanding promise and achievements in psychotherapy theory, practice, research, or training.
Key Information: Nomination by a colleague required; self-nominations are not accepted.
This award honors members of APA’s Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy (Division 29) who have demonstrated outstanding promise in the field of psychotherapy early in their careers. Established in 1981 and administered by the American Psychological Foundation (APF), the program aims to foster emerging talent and support the advancement of psychotherapy through the recognition of significant accomplishments in theory, practice, research, or training.