Awards & Scholarships

The Canadian Group Psychotherapy Foundation offers financial support to students and practitioners wishing to further their education, research or clinical practice in group psychotherapy through a variety of Awards and Scholarships.

You may submit an application at any time during the year.

Please click below for more details about the award category you wish to pursue:

• Training, Conference or Event Scholarship
• Advanced Training Scholarship for group therapists wishing to attend The American Group Psychotherapy Conference and Institute
• Group Practitioner Development Award for clinicians with a minimum 2 years’ active practice in group psychotherapy
• Award recognizing publications, research, innovation or education contributions

Each application must include the following 3 components:

1. Cover page that includes: Name, Address, Telephone Number, E-mail Address, and a Reference Name with contact information.
2. Current Resume or CV (please provide attachment)
3. Maximum 1-page letter of intent outlining your interest in group psychotherapy, and why you believe you are a candidate for the Award/Scholarship (please provide attachment)

Applications may be submitted to Secretary Treasurer david.kealy@ubc.ca

The Foundation also has a mandate to provide sponsorship of  training and educational events. If your organization is interested in learning more about such opportunities, please contact Secretary Treasurer david.kealy@ubc.ca or President isochting@psych.ubc.ca