Distinguishing the professional competencies involved in clinical psychology, psychological counselling, and psychotherapy is essential to understanding the specific nature of each specialisation and ensuring that psychological services are tailored to clients’ needs. Although these fields share common goals focused on mental health and personal well-being, they differ in their types of intervention, methods, and required professional training. In this context, clarifying the

Continuing education in the field of clinical psychology and Gerontopsychology constitutes an imperative necessity in the current context, marked by significant demographic transformations and increased prevalence of cognitive disorders in older adult people. From this perspective, the Summer School in GerontoPsychology 2026, organized by the Romanian Association of Clinical Psychology in partnership with the National Institute of Gerontology and Geriatrics "Ana Aslan" and th

A central element of Gerontopsychology is the relationship between the somatic and the psychological dimensions, as aging is characterized by a strong interdependence between physical and mental states. The somatic dimension refers to the totality of the organism’s physical processes and manifestations, including the functioning of biological systems, overall physical health, and the physiological changes that occur throughout the lifespan. In both medical and psychological c

Understanding how the human mind changes with advancing age has become a central concern in psychology. Gerontopsychology, a specialized branch of psychology, examines the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral processes in older adults. This discipline emerged from the need to address fundamental questions: How does the mind age? What changes occur in thinking, memory, and emotions? What factors influence the mental health of older individuals? In this article, we will explore

The article offers a structured overview of the responsibilities and competencies associated with the professional certification levels of the clinical psychologist. The practice of the psychology profession in Romania is permitted only on the basis of holding certification for independent practice issued by the Romanian College of Psychologists (Colegiul Psihologilor din România - CPR) In order to be recognized as an active member, the psychologist must pay an annual members

Professional supervision in clinical psychology is a professional activity conducted in the form of a supervised training placement, with a minimum duration of one year, undertaken by a practitioner psychologist holding certification for independent practice under supervision (the supervisee), within a contractual relationship with a principal psychologist or specialist psychologist certified by the Romanian College of Psychologists (Colegiul Psihologilor din România - CPR),

For many psychology students, the question ‘What comes after graduation?’ arises as early as the first years of study. University education provides the theoretical and methodological foundation necessary for understanding psychological processes; however, the practice of psychology as a profession in Romania entails the completion of a clearly regulated professional pathway. This pathway includes obtaining certification for independent practice, undertaking a period of profe

Cognitive functions are active in all aspects of human existence. Optimal cognitive functioning ensures the efficient performance of all activities of daily living and facilitates the individual’s integration into the socio-economic environment. In the course of daily activities, cognitive domains do not operate independently; rather, they continuously interact in order to achieve an optimal level of performance, adapted to the specific context and situation. Cognitive dysfun