Double the Accolades: Sheila Dallas-Katzman Honored with Two ASGPP 2025 Awards
The American Society for Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama (ASGPP) has delivered not one, but two incredible honors to Sheila Dallas-Katzman — a powerhouse in psychodrama, sociodrama, and Theatre of the Oppressed. In a standout year filled with impactful work, Dallas-Katzman received both the Sociatry and Social Justice Diversity Award and the Collaborators Award, the latter alongside the remarkable Legacy of Liberation BIPOC Collective.
These dual recognitions spotlight Dallas-Katzman’s lifelong commitment to uplifting marginalized voices and fostering systemic change through compassionate, creative, and community-centered approaches. Known for leveraging the transformative power of psychodrama and Theatre of the Oppressed, she continues to be a beacon for healing, empowerment, and justice worldwide. “I am deeply grateful to the ASGPP for these incredible honors. This recognition inspires me to continue working alongside marginalized communities, empowering them to find their voices, heal from trauma, and build a more just and equitable world for all.” — Sheila Dallas-Katzman
The brilliance, strength, and legacy done and to be created, of these eight beyond extraordinary women radiates beyond this frame. I feel very privileged. Sheila in Spring florals, receiving her award from ASGPP Exec Council member, Courtney Meadows
About the Awards:
The Sociatry and Social Justice Diversity Award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion through the principles of sociometry. Dallas-Katzman’s work embodies this spirit,
utilizing sociometric techniques to illuminate power dynamics, foster empathy, and build bridges between individuals and groups. The Collaborators’ Award shared with the Legacy of Liberation (BBIPOC) Collective, celebrates the power of collective action and recognizes the transformative impact of working in partnership to address social injustices. This award highlights Dallas-Katzman’s ability to build strong, collaborative relationships and her commitment to centering the voices and experiences of marginalized communities.
About the ASGPP
The ASGPP is a professional organization committed to advancing the fields of group psychotherapy and psychodrama. It offers resources, training, and ethical guidance for mental health professionals, supporting the growth of these therapeutic practices in clinical and community settings. Membership provides access to continuing education, professional networking, and advocacy for evidence-based group therapies.
� A resounding applause from colleagues for Sheila Dallas-Katzman and the Legacy of Liberation BIPOC group and for each of the phenomenal Awardee! Their work reminds us all of what’s possible when compassion, collaboration, and a commitment to justice take center stage.
I want to honor a few people without whom none of this would be possible. Thank you for truly seeing me. Daniella Simmons believed in me and saw my potential, inviting me to center stage as her co-facilitator and recommending me for higher calling. Daisy Ramirez-DiCarlo — oh Daisy! — carrying me through doors I barely knew were open, such as the BIPOC collective and the EC, and walks beside me in true camaraderie. Nina Garcia, my primary trainer, who sees me, feels me deeply, and reminds me I belong in the psychodrama world. And Uneeda, who encourages me, teaches me with
ease in conversations. Thank you for believing in what you see. These awards challenge me rise the ideals you see in me. I offer nothing but grace and gratitude.
