Write for the SAP Website & Bulletin
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We make the Society’s thought-provoking articles, shared wisdom, and dedication to advancing psychotherapy available to the widest possible audiences of psychotherapists and psychotherapy researchers, educators, supervisors, and trainees.
Dedicated to Advancing the Science, Practice, and Study of Psychotherapy
We create an online community, as the digital arm of the Society, invigorating discussion and fostering the growth of knowledge of psychotherapy.
Creating a Home for Those Dedicated to Psychotherapy
We build bridges and connection. From student members and Luminary Award-winning members in our society, we are home for those who champion all aspects of psychotherapy.
Publishing Partner
We partner with Psychotherapy (our premier, peer-reviewed journal) to showcase scholarly contributions, commentary, and professional collaborations made to the field of psychotherapy.
Online Publisher
We publish special features from leaders and frontline practitioners of psychotherapy.
We are looking for a diverse array of contributors, including undergraduate and graduate students, and professionals in the fields of: psychology, social work, mental health counseling, and education.
Our Psychotherapy Bulletin is published four times each year (spring, summer, fall, winter); however, articles are published online once approved.
Information about Copyright
1. For course/classroom use, permission is granted at no charge for one article, provided:
- that the permission of the author is obtained;
- that full credit is given to the Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy Website, including: author, title of both article and publication source, and URL web address.
2. For other use, such as that requested for use in a book, video, internet publication or other money-making venture, the Division shall charge $10 per page, and the Division reserves all rights, and reserves the right to refuse anyone reprint permission.
Write for Us
The Psychotherapy Bulletin serves practitioners, researchers, scholars, and students by publishing clinical, practical, and research articles on the following:
– Review article: Example review article
– Original research brief report: Example brief report
– Case study: Example case study
– Perspective, opinion, and commentary: Example opinion
– Resource guides: Example resource guides
– Training: Example training
– Book Reviews: Example book review
General Guidelines:
- All articles should be centered on any of the following psychotherapy domains: psychotherapy research, psychotherapy training and supervision, psychotherapy practice, diversity and international issues in psychotherapy, early career professionals in the field of psychotherapy research or practice, and social justice and advocacy for issues related to psychotherapy.
- Articles should include a “take home message” with real world applicability and implications for practitioners, scholars, researchers, or students in the field of psychotherapy.
- Articles should include current and up to date references regardless of whether they are case studies or opinion pieces.
- Manuscripts must utilize psychotherapy terminology and professional language throughout.
- If submitting on behalf of a domain, please indicate which domain you have been working with in your submission.
Manuscript Preparation
- Prepare manuscripts according to the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association using the 7th edition. Manuscripts may be copyedited for bias-free language (see Chapter 5 of the Publication Manual).
- At least one author should have a Master’s degree or higher within the field of psychology, counseling, social work, or other mental health fields. Authors need not be members of the Society to submit.
- Articles should be no shorter than 1000 words or longer than 2250 words, submitted in MS Word. No PDF documents accepted.
- Format should be block style with one space between paragraphs. No indented paragraphs.
- Single-spaced.
- No page numbering.
- No headers or footers, unless footnotes
- References should be single spaced, in approved APA-style, blocked, format.
- Photos, tables and other graphic elements should be submitted as separate JPEG, TIFF, GIF, PDF, or BITMAP files, not embedded in the Word documents. We ask that authors provide hi-resolution (300 dpi) images if possible so that your graphics will reproduce sharply and legibly. Images exported as PDFs should be exported at least 300 dpi.
- A clinical impact statement. With your submission, please include a brief Clinical Impact Statement for use in the eBulletin, on the website, and on social media. Below is an example (with thanks to Dr. Jeff Barnett for providing this sample): “This manuscript provides essential information to mental health clinicians, clinicians in training, and those who educate and train them to assist them to better meet the mental health needs of America’s rapidly aging population. Specific guidance is provided to assist mental health clinicians to develop and maintain the attitudes, knowledge, and skills needed to effectively provide these important services.”
- At least five keywords. Please note, each keyword should show up at least five times in your document. Some suggestions for our most commonly used keywords can be found here: www.societyforpsychotherapy.org/tags
- All content must be related to the field of psychotherapy theory, research, practice, or policy.
Thus, we are most interested in manuscripts that are specifically related to the therapeutic setting and treatment interventions in an applied manner. As such, papers would need to have very clear and accessible implications for therapists in applied clinical practice.
While columns and op-ed pieces allow writers to include their own voice and express an opinion, to be successful the articles must also be grounded in solid research. Research involves acquiring facts, quotations, citations, or data from sources and personal observation.
Review Process
We aim to maintain a high standard of quality and relevance in all published articles. Our review process ensures that submissions meet our criteria and are valuable contributions to the field. Below is a detailed description of our review process:
Submission Acknowledgment: Upon submission, authors will receive an acknowledgment email confirming receipt of their article. Then, our associate editor will send an email outlining the review timeline within 4 weeks.
Initial Screening: Our editorial team will conduct an initial screening to ensure the submission adheres to our basic guidelines and criteria. This includes checking for appropriate length, formatting, originality, and relevance to the field of psychotherapy.
Review: Each article will be reviewed by the Associate Editor for Content. Reviewers will evaluate the submission based on the following criteria: Relevance: The article’s significance to the field of psychotherapy. Quality of Research (if applicable): The robustness of the research methodology and data analysis. Quality of Clinical Implications: The practical application and relevance of the findings or arguments to clinical practice, including the potential to improve therapeutic outcomes and provide actionable insights for practitioners. Clarity and Coherence: The clarity of the argument and the coherence of the structure. Contribution to the Field: The originality and impact of the findings or arguments presented. Feedback and Revisions (if applicable): The editorial team will compile feedback and suggestions for the author. Authors will receive detailed feedback, including specific areas for improvement and enhancement. Authors are expected to address the feedback and submit revised versions of their articles via email.
Final Review: The revised article will undergo a final review by the editorial team to ensure all feedback has been appropriately addressed and that the article meets our publication standards.In the event that the article is deemed unpublishable before or after feedback and revisions, the author(s) will be informed. The editorial team reserves the right to deny publication and makes no guarantees that articles that undergo the revision process will be accepted.
Acceptance and Publication: Upon acceptance, the article will be scheduled for online publication. Authors will receive a confirmation email with the publication date. A final proof will be sent to the author for approval before the article is published online.
Bulletin Inclusion: Articles will be included in the quarterly Bulletin based on the online publication date and the specified deadlines for each edition (Winter: January 15th, Spring: April 15th, Summer: July 15th, Fall: October 15th).
Post-Publication Promotion The article will be featured on our homepage for two weeks and promoted on our social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn) at least twice.Authors will receive their own Author Biography page linking to their professional website and social media accounts, as well as all publications they’ve written for us.
Benefits of the Review Process
- Quality Assurance: Ensures high standards and relevance of published content.
- Constructive Feedback: Provides authors with detailed, actionable feedback to improve their work.
- Professional Development: Enhances authors’ skills and knowledge through rigorous review and revision.
- Visibility and Recognition: Increases the visibility of authors’ work through strategic online and social media promotion.
By adhering to this review process, we aim to publish insightful, high-quality articles that contribute significantly to the field of psychotherapy and benefit our professional community.
Topics may include, but are not limited to:
- Psychotherapy theories, processes, and outcomes
- Supervision theories, processes, and outcomes
- The therapeutic relationship
- Advancing and advocating the practice of psychotherapy
- Expanding psychotherapy’s reach
- Understanding diversity, race, and ethnicity in psychotherapy
- Teaching psychotherapy
- Resources for professionals
- Resources for students
- Career development
Check out some of our featured publications here.
Book Review Process
Who May Submit a Book for Review
– Authors, editors, or publishers may submit books for consideration.
– Books must be published or in press. We generally do not accept self-published works unless they have undergone peer review.
– Please note that submission does not guarantee acceptance or review.
How to Submit a Book
To request a review, please email the Editor of the Psychotherapy Bulletin (editor@societyforpsychotherapy.org) with the following information:
– Title and Author(s)
– Brief description of the book (2–4 sentences summarizing content and intended audience)
– Relevance to psychotherapy and Division 29 membership
– (Optional) A list of potential third-party reviewers with their contact information (reviewers must not have a conflict of interest)
– We welcome reviews written by the author as well, however conflict of interest must be disclosed.
Review Process
The Publications & Communications (P&C) Board will review all submissions to determine whether the book aligns with the Society’s mission.
If approved, the review will be assigned either through a call to the full membership for volunteer reviewers or selection from an approved list of reviewers. While authors may suggest reviewers, final decisions are made by the P&C Board. All reviewers must disclose any conflicts of interest.
Book Copies
Authors must supply a physical or digital copy of the book. This will be sent directly to the Chair of the Publications and Communications Committee, who will forward it to the reviewer.
Review Guidelines
Length: 800–1,200 words
Timeline: Reviews are due within 6–8 weeks of receiving the book.
Please review additional submission criteria located on this page.
Publication
Reviews will be published in the Psychotherapy Bulletin and on the Division’s website. A submitted book does not guarantee a positive review. Authors and publishers will not have editorial input on the review content.
Published reviews will include a disclosure statement from the reviewer.
Authors should not contact reviewers directly.
The Society reserves the right to decline books that do not align with our mission or professional standards.
Why Write for Us?
We receive about 500 views to our site daily. When you publish with SAP, your article will be:
- Featured on the home page for two weeks
- Published on Twitter at least twice (~3500 followers)
- Published on Facebook at least twice (~4700 followers)
- Published on LinkedIn at least twice (~250 followers)
In addition, you and any co-authors will be given your own Author Biography page that not only directly links to your personal or professional website, Twitter/X and Facebook accounts, and biography, but also all publications you’ve written for us. See societyforpsychotherapy.
Sample Articles
Below are a few articles that have received a wide reaching audience on our website:
societyforpsychotherapy.org/expertise-demonstrated/
societyforpsychotherapy.org/an-introduction-to-bdsm-for-psychotherapists/
General Guidelines:
- All articles should be centered on any of the following psychotherapy domains: psychotherapy research, psychotherapy training and supervision, psychotherapy practice, diversity and international issues in psychotherapy, early career professionals in the field of psychotherapy research or practice, and social justice and advocacy for issues related to psychotherapy.
- Articles should include a “take home message” with real world applicability and implications for practitioners, scholars, researchers, or students in the field of psychotherapy.
- Articles should include current and up to date references regardless of whether they are case studies or opinion pieces.
- Manuscripts must utilize psychotherapy terminology and professional language throughout.
- If submitting on behalf of a domain, please indicate which domain you have been working with in your submission.
General Correspondence/Questions or Comments?
Please email Sarah Bondy or Sierra Kuhn, the co-Associate Editors of Electronic Content at associateeditor@societyforpsychotherapy.org.
