The recipients of the 2024 Sigourney Award have been recognized for their exceptional efforts in advancing psychoanalytic principles on a global scale.
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Robin A. Deutsch, PhD and Analyst Co-Trustee of The Sigourney Award Trust, today announces three individuals and one organization whose work of the past decade earns The Sigourney Award-2024 and a substantial cash prize. Recipients include: Merav Roth, PhD (Tel Aviv, Israel); Björn Salomonsson, MD (Stockholm, Sweden); Dominique Scarfone, MD (Montreal, Canada); and The Ububele Educational and Psychotherapy Trust (Johannesburg, South Africa).
WellnessNewsph | SEATTLE, The Sigourney Award Trust, founded by Mary Sigourney in 1989, annually recognizes exceptional work that advances psychoanalytic principles and their impact on society. Robin A. Deutsch, PhD and Analyst Co-Trustee of The Sigourney Award Trust, has announced the recipients of The Sigourney Award-2024, along with a substantial cash prize. The recipients include Merav Roth, PhD (Tel Aviv, Israel), Björn Salomonsson, MD (Stockholm, Sweden), Dominique Scarfone, MD (Montreal, Canada), and The Ububele Educational and Psychotherapy Trust (Johannesburg, South Africa).
Dr. Deutsch highlighted the significant impact of the recipients’ work on various populations, emphasizing their contributions to expanding access and understanding of psychoanalysis and psychotherapy. The anonymous judges, who are accomplished professionals themselves, evaluated submissions from 10 countries to select work that aligns closely with Mary Sigourney’s original vision.
The work of the recipients reflects a diverse range of contributions to the field of psychoanalysis. Merav Roth’s interdisciplinary approach to psychoanalysis and literature has garnered recognition for her pioneering insights. Björn Salomonsson’s work in infant caretaking techniques and psychoanalytic therapy has revolutionized the field. Dominique Scarfone’s theoretical contributions and exploration of unconscious communication have had a profound impact on psychoanalytic culture. The Ububele Educational and Psychotherapy Trust’s innovative approach to psychoanalytic treatment in South Africa has addressed critical mental health challenges in the region.
The Award Trust remains committed to honoring exceptional work that advances psychoanalytic principles and promotes human well-being. Applications for The Sigourney Award-2025 will open on March 1, 2025, for qualifying work completed between 2015-2024. Follow The Sigourney Award on social media platforms for updates and announcements.
For more information about the award and past recipients, visit their website. The Sigourney Award Trust continues to uphold Mary Sigourney’s legacy by recognizing outstanding contributions to the field of psychoanalysis.
