Malta Chamber of Psychologists

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The Malta Chamber of Psychologists extends its warmest congratulations to Dr Joan Camilleri on her appointment as President-Elect of the Executive Committee of the EMDR Europe Association.

This prestigious appointment is a testament to Dr Camilleri’s longstanding commitment, expertise, and contribution to the field of psychology and psychotherapy, both locally and internationally. Her election to such an important leadership role within one of Europe's leading professional associations reflects not only her personal achievements, but also the growing recognition of the high standards of psychological and therapeutic practice and professional leadership emerging from Malta.

We are proud to count Dr Camilleri among our members and wish her every success as she takes on this significant responsibility. We have no doubt that she will continue to serve the profession with the same dedication, integrity, and vision that have characterised her work throughout her career.

Congratulations, Joan, on this well-deserved achievement. We look forward to seeing the positive impact of your leadership on the future of EMDR practice and training across Europe.

It is with great pleasure that we announce that Dr. Joan Camilleri has been appointed President‑Elect on the Executive Committee of the EMDR Europe Association.

Throughout her journey within EMDR Europe, Dr. Joan Camilleri has made a significant contribution in several leadership roles, including serving as Secretary, and later as Vice‑President representing multiple national associations. She has also served as Chair of the OD&C Committee, where she worked closely with National Associations to strengthen governance structures and foster alignment across the EMDR community.

In addition to her contributions within the Association, Dr. Joan Camilleri represents EMDR Europe in the Lifelong Learning Platform (LLLP), a major European network of organisations active in education and training that engages with EU institutions, including the European Parliament. Through this role, she helps to strengthen the visibility and voice of EMDR within the broader European educational and policy landscape.

We warmly congratulate Dr. Joan Camilleri on this well‑deserved appointment and look forward to her leadership in guiding the future of EMDR Europe.

The Polish Psychological Association hosts European Federation of Psychologists' Associations (EFPA) Council Meeting in Warsaw, attended by MCP President Ms Gail Debono

The Polish Psychological Association hosts EFPA's Council Meeting in Warsaw - EFPA On 13–14 May 2026, the European Federation of Psychologists’ Associations (EFPA) held its Council meeting in Warsaw as part of the European Semester of Psychology in Poland. The meeting brought together EFPA Full Members from across Europe. It provided a key platform for dialogue, strategic alig...

Last week, Ms Marcella Muscat represented the Malta Chamber of Psychologists at the 1st Annual Stakeholders' Meeting by Cancer Research and Innovation Hub Malta (CRIHM).

The event brought together key stakeholders from across the healthcare, research, innovation, and policy sectors to discuss ongoing developments, opportunities for collaboration, and the future of cancer research and innovation in Malta. It was encouraging to see such a strong commitment to advancing research, fostering partnerships, and improving outcomes for patients through innovation and knowledge sharing.

Thank you to the organisers for hosting this important initiative and for creating a platform that encourages meaningful dialogue and collaboration among stakeholders. We look forward to following the Hub’s progress and supporting efforts that contribute to a stronger research and healthcare ecosystem in Malta.

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Last night, the MCP was present at the Faculty for Social Wellbeing Dean’s Awards, celebrating academic excellence and commitment within the field of psychology.

As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting the profession and recognising emerging talent, the MCP proudly sponsored the Best Dissertation Award 2024–2025 for the Bachelor of Psychology (Hons) programme.

The awards were presented
by MCP President Gail Debono and MCP Treasurer Kurt Abela . The recipients of this year’s award were Tricia Portelli and Nicholas Zammit.

MCP congratulates both award recipients on their achievement and dedication. The Chamber also notes with pride that Ms Portelli is currently serving as an MCP committee member, a reminder that the future of the profession is already being shaped by passionate and engaged aspiring psychologists.

The Malta Chamber of Psychologists remains committed to supporting academic excellence, professional standards, and the continued strengthening of psychology in Malta

MCP President Gail Debono, this week represented Malta during the Council Meeting of the European Federation of Psychologists’ Associations (EFPA), held in Warsaw on the 13th and 14th of May 2026.

The meeting brought together representatives of psychological associations from across Europe to discuss ongoing developments within the profession, including regulation, recognition of qualifications, strategic professional development, advocacy, and the future direction of psychology within European systems.

The Malta Chamber of Psychologists notes with pride that Malta continues to hold a strong and respected position within the European psychological community. Discussions held over the two-day meeting served as a reminder that, despite Malta’s small size, the country has developed a mature and well-established professional psychology framework, built over many years through the work of dedicated professionals, educators, regulators, practitioners, and successive committees who laid the foundations upon which the profession continues to grow today.

The MCP extends its appreciation to those who came before us and who worked tirelessly, often quietly and without recognition, to strengthen and establish psychology as a respected profession in Malta.

Malta today benefits from recognised professional structures, ethical and regulatory systems, established academic pathways, and increasing integration of psychologists within national services. These developments did not emerge overnight, but were built gradually through sustained professional commitment and institutional development.

In light of ongoing national discussions surrounding mental health and healthcare reform, the MCP reiterates the importance of strengthening and investing in the professional systems already in place, rather than pursuing fragmented approaches or attempting to unnecessarily reinvent structures that are already functioning effectively.

The Chamber emphasises that meaningful progress in mental health care requires consultation with the profession, continuity in policy direction, investment in existing services, and recognition of the expertise already present within Malta’s psychological community.

The MCP remains committed to contributing constructively to national discussions and to continuing to ensure that Malta’s voice remains active and respected within the wider European psychological landscape.