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Psychology (MSc)

The master’s programme in Psychology in Leiden focuses both on in-depth study of psychological theory as well as on the acquisition of professional and research skills. Students develop their knowledge of psychology as a science and its application in order to effectively address relevant issues.

Specialisations

• Applied Cognitive Psychology (MSc)
• Child and Adolescent Psychology (MSc)
• Clinical Neuropsychology (MSc)
• Clinical Psychology (MSc)
• Economic and Consumer Psychology (MSc)
• Health and Medical Psychology (MSc)
• Methodology and Statistics in Psychology (MSc)
• Occupational Health Psychology (MSc)
• School Psychology (MSc)
• Social and Organisational Psychology (MSc)

All specialisations are part of one MSc in Psychology and grant the same degree. It is therefore possible to follow, and graduate in, only one specialisation.

About our specialisations

The one year master ’ s programme in Psychology offers ten specialisations. Five of these qualify students to apply psychological knowledge in a professional business setting. Career possibilities exist for example in the fields of marketing, research & development, data science, human resources or consultancy

Moreover, another five specialisations are focused on mental health care and qualify students for the Dutch post-master training programme in Mental Health Care psychology ( GZ-opleiding ).  These are Child and Adolescent Psychology, School Psychology, Health and Medical Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Clinical Neuropsychology.

>> For more information about the Mental Health Care specialisations and the post-master training please see the corresponding subsection.

What does this master programme entail?

The distinctive feature of the Leiden master’s programme is that the teaching is not restricted to only the functioning of psychological processes; these processes are always connected to their behavioural consequences, with the aim of understanding self-regulation and behavioural control.  

In line with the profile of Leiden University as a research-intensive institution, the teaching programme of the master’s programme in Psychology is based on state-of-the art scientific research and maintains a strong emphasis on the acquisition of academic and research skills. Completion of the MSc degree prepares students for subsequent academic master’s degrees, including a PhD. 

Reasons to choose Psychology at Leiden University

• The Psychology programme in Leiden offers a wide range of areas to specialise in.
• The specialisation in the programme can have a focus on mental health care or on the application of psychological knowledge in professional settings.
• The programme offers 5 specialisations that all prepare students for a post master education in Mental Healthc Care psychology ( gz-opleiding ) and a subsequent career in this field as a licensed therapist.
• Research and education are very closely tied at Leiden University. In each area within psychology, research units exist that investigate psychological phenomena on which the teaching is based.
• The main objective of the master's programme in Psychology is to equip students with both research and methodological skills as well as professional skills which make graduates attractive candidates for a multitude of employers 

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The master’s programme in Psychology focuses both on in-depth study of theory and on the acquisition of professional and research skills. This master’s programme offers the following specialisations:

Applied Cognitive Psychology

Child and Adolescent Psychology

Clinical Neuropsychology

Clinical Psychology

Economic and Consumer Psychology

Health and Medical Psychology

Methodology and Statistics in Psychology

Occupational Health Psychology

School Psychology

Social and Organisational Psychology

See also MSc in Psychology (research)

Master's Kick Off

At this day (beginning of September for students starting in September / late January for students starting in February) your attendance is strongly advised.

During the Master's Kick Off you will be handed important information on how to organise your studies at Leiden University. A representative of your specialisation will be present. You do not want to miss this!

Once the event page of the Master's Kick Off is available, you can find it on the right-hand side of this page .

Please find below an overview of elective courses in the master's programme MSc in Psychology. Please note that some electives can be followed by students of certain specialisations only. If there are prerequisite courses they will be stated in the section ‘Entry requirements'.

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A master's degree in Psychology at Leiden University combines theoretical knowledge with academic and professional skills, making you an attractive candidate for many employers.

More information can be found per specialisation.

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Are you interested in improving (psychological) science? Consider applying and gain skills and knowledge to conduct cutting-edge (meta) research on replication, reproducibility, robustness, Open Science, and science communication.

What you will do

As a Phd-candidate you will work on a four-year research project in the Methodology and Statistics Unit at Leiden University under supervision of Dr. Tom Heyman, Dr. Anna E. van ‘t Veer, Prof.dr. E.M.L. Dusseldorp. In this project you will systematically examine the role, impact and uptake of replications and adversarial collaborations within psychology.

Your role will involve:

• Conducting literature search
• Designing studies and coordinating online data collection
• Analyzing data
• Writing scientific articles
• Contributing to teaching within the Methodology and Statistics unit

Project description

The scientific record is a continuously updating source of knowledge, and it is often assumed that scientific fields have self-correction mechanisms that ensure the integrity of this record. It is becoming increasingly obvious that most error correction mechanisms have costs (e.g., they take time and effort), and can only be applied to a small subset of the (psychology) literature. This makes it all the more important to evaluate the impact of such efforts, and to direct efforts where the most value can be gained. In other words, there is a need for metascientific work on the self-correcting ability of psychological science, and the academic transition to a culture that fosters this self-correction through open, collaborative, value-driven, and responsible scientific processes. For instance, how do researchers change their beliefs about a claim when it is corrected in one way or another? And is this change reflected in the literature through for instance the way researchers collectively cite the updated claims?

There are many ways by which the scientific record can get corrected or updated: retractions, correction notices, comments and replies, verification or robustness checks, (post-publication) peer review, enabling scrutiny by making outputs transparent and open, reproducibility checks, loss of confidence statements, and replications as well as adversarial collaborations. The current project will mainly focus on the latter two, because the scientific community is increasingly emphasizing these methods as ways to address current problems surrounding replicability and fragmentation of the theoretical landscape in psychology. More specifically, in this project we will systematically examine the role, impact and uptake of replications and adversarial collaborations within psychology.

In addition to working on the research project described above, the candidate is also expected to contribute to teaching within the Methodology and Statistics unit (max. 10 % of time; for example, supervision BSc and MSc thesis projects), and will thus also gain experience in this respect.

What you bring

• A (research) master’s degree (completed, or to be awarded before the starting date) in a topic relevant for the PhD, such as psychology, data science, statistics, or information sciences.
• Experience with statistical analysis and data visualization in the R-software environment.
• A collaborative mindset, openness to learning new skills, and willingness to share knowledge
• Attention to detail and clear communication skills
• Evidence of the ability to conduct high-quality research and write scientific text
• Good written and oral communication skills in English
• The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a research group
• Familiarity with Open Science and responsible research practices as well as a willingness to adopt them

We are looking for an enthusiastic student who wants to develop their career and further the transparency, integrity, and overall credibility of our field.

Where you will work

The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences consists of five institutes: Centre for Science and Technology Studies, Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology, Political Science, and Psychology. The faculty has approximately 7000 students and 1000 staff members. Within the institutes, not only education is provided but also groundbreaking research is conducted that pushes the boundaries of our understanding of human behaviour and societal structures. What makes our faculty unique is the diversity of research topics, the various styles of teaching, and the way professional support is organized; this provides you with the opportunity to explore and develop your interests and expertise.

Institute of Psychology

The Institute of Psychology educates new generations to contribute to the challenges of our society, now and in the future, based on leading behavioral scientific research and education. This is achieved through collaboration both within and outside our institute in the field of Psychology and related research areas, both fundamental and applied. The broad bachelor's program and a wide variety of master's specializations also contribute to this goal. Within the institute and the academic community, there is a committed and passionate atmosphere. The themes of Health and Well-being, Social-Cognitive-Affective Decision Making, Development and Learning, and Advanced Behavioral Science Methods guide research and education. The institute values conducting these activities in a safe and inclusive environment and provides space for new developments such as open science, recognition and appreciation, and interdisciplinarity, which are anchored in its strategy. With approximately 5,000 students and 600 staff members, the institute includes the Institute Office, the Department of Bachelor Education, and 6 units for education and research: Health, Medical and Neuropsychology, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Developmental and Educational Psychology, Social, Economic and Organisational Psychology, and Methodology and Statistics.

What we offer

• An appointment of initially 12 months and if evaluated positively extended with 3 years and must lead to the completion of a PhD thesis. The salary ranges from €2,770 gross per month in the 1st year up to €3,539 gross per month in the 4th year based on a fulltime employment in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. A part-time position of 0.80 fte is possible as well. The preferred starting date is the 1st of September 2024. The successful applicant should live in the Netherlands or be prepared to move to the Netherlands before the start of the appointment.
• A holiday allowance (8%), an end-of-year bonus (8,3%), and an attractive pension scheme at ABP;
• Flexible working hours: as a standard, you are entitled to a minimum of 29 leave days on the basis of a full-time working week of 38 hours; you can also save for extra leave, for example by working 40 hours a week, and in this way accrue an extra 96 leave hours, or exchange 96 leave hours for a 36-hour week.
• Lots of options when it comes to secondary employment conditions; we can, for example, discuss options for a sabbatical or paid parental leave. Within our terms of employment individual choices model, you can exchange leave days and/or salary for benefits such as an advantageous sports subscription or bicycle scheme, and we also offer child-care options;
• If your work allows it, hybrid working is possible within the Netherlands;
• A home-working allowance (day and internet allowance) and attention for good workplaces. The University will also provide you with a laptop and a mobile telephone (if applicable for the position).

What we find important

Promoting an inclusive community is central to Leiden University’s values and vision. Leiden University aims to be an inclusive community in which all students and staff members feel valued and respected and are able to develop to their full potential. Diversity in experiences and perspectives enriches our teaching and strengthens our research. High-quality education and research means inclusive education and research.

Our goal is to work together to create a transparent and inclusive work environment in which everyone feels welcome and appreciated. Our organisation is always evolving, and we need your ideas for improvement and innovation to take us further. We want to devote attention to your personal development.

You can expect an enjoyable job within the socially relevant world of education and research. The University's challenging and international work environment is located just steps away from Leiden’s lively city centre or the bustling city centre of The Hague. We also want to work with you to devote attention to your health and vitality, for example with the fun activities we organise through Healthy University.

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PhD Candidate Biopsychosocial factors in chronic skin conditions

About the employer

Leiden University was founded in 1575 and is one of Europe’s leading international research universities.

Vacancy number 14771

Job type PhD positions

Hours (in fte) 0,8-1,0

External/ internal External

Location Leiden

Placed on 16 April 2024

Closing date 5 May 2024 19 more days to apply

In the Netherlands, over 2.5 million individuals suffer from chronic inflammatory skin diseases (e.g., psoriasis, atopic eczema). The psychological impact of these conditions is substantial, including increased risk for depression and anxiety, and a high prevalence of experienced stigmatization. In turn, psychological factors are known to influence the severity and symptoms of skin conditions (e.g., stress, feeling stigmatized, or expectancies that itch symptoms may get worse), and related behavior (e.g. excessive scratching behaviour, treatment non-adherence). However, this field remains underexplored, resulting in suboptimal treatment outcomes and high socio-economic costs. More knowledge on the relationship between psychological factors and severity as well as symptoms of skin conditions could help predict which patients will benefit from which treatments. In this PhD project, you will focus on examining the biopsychosocial impact of six chronic skin conditions, and the influence of this biopsychosocial impact on disease outcomes and treatment outcomes. Finding the right treatment at the right moment for the individual patient with a skin condition is the main aim of Next Generation ImmunoDermatology (NGID), a large nationwide consortium that this PhD project will be a part of.

What you will do In this PhD project, your main focus will be to examine the influence of biopsychosocial factors such as distress, expectancies and stigmatization on disease outcomes in patients with chronic skin conditions. To this end, you will conduct prospective research in collaboration with hospitals throughout the Netherlands. Furthermore, you will conduct experimental laboratory research with behavioural tasks and/or standardized inductions of itch. Lastly, throughout your PhD, you will be involved in the assessment of patients’ needs and wishes, and in ensuring that the patient perspective is prioritized in all aspects of this nationwide project.

Key work activities

• Contribute ideas about the design of prospective and laboratory studies to examine the influence of biopsychosocial factors on skin disease outcomes
• Examine and safeguard the needs and preferences of patients throughout the project
• Recruit and test participants
• Carry out data handling and -analyses
• Write articles which will culminate in a PhD dissertation

Where you will work The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences consists of five institutes: Centre for Science and Technology Studies, Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology, Political Science, and Psychology. The faculty has approximately 7000 students and 1000 staff members. Within the institutes, not only education is provided but also groundbreaking research is conducted that pushes the boundaries of our understanding of human behaviour and societal structures. What makes our faculty unique is the diversity of research topics, the various styles of teaching, and the way professional support is organized; this provides you with the opportunity to explore and develop your interests and expertise. Visit our website for an impression: Welcome to the Leiden Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences - Leiden University.

Institute of Psychology The Institute of Psychology educates new generations to contribute to the challenges of our society, now and in the future, based on leading behavioral scientific research and education. This is achieved through collaboration both within and outside our institute in the field of Psychology and related research areas, both fundamental and applied. The broad bachelor's program and a wide variety of master's specializations also contribute to this goal. Within the institute and the academic community, there is a committed and passionate atmosphere. The themes of Health and Well-being, Social-Cognitive-Affective Decision Making, Development and Learning, and Advanced Behavioral Science Methods guide research and education. The institute values conducting these activities in a safe and inclusive environment and provides space for new developments such as open science, recognition and appreciation, and interdisciplinarity, which are anchored in its strategy. With approximately 5,000 students and 600 staff members, the institute includes the Institute Office, the Department of Bachelor Education, and 6 units for education and research: Health, Medical and Neuropsychology, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Developmental and Educational Psychology, Social, Economic and Organisational Psychology, and Methodology and Statistics.

Within the department of Health, Medical and Neuropsychology, this project will fall within the hub theme ‘Diagnostics and interventions for somatic health conditions.’ You will work on this project under supervision of Dr. Sylvia van Beugen, Dr. Antoinette van Laarhoven, and Prof. dr. Andrea Evers. In addition, you will be part of the national consortium of Next Generation ImmunoDermatology (NGID), in which an enthusiastic, nationwide, interdisciplinary team works together to innovate the field of dermatology. You will collaborate with a variety of specialists and stakeholders within this consortium, including (but not limited to) dermatologists and patients with skin conditions.

What you bring

• Master's degree (preferably Research Master) in Health and Medical Psychology, or closely related study program;
• Good social and communication skills and enthusiasm about closely collaborating with partners from different fields (e.g., patient organizations, health care professionals);
• Affinity with medical field and/or interest in understanding chronic medical conditions, particularly chronic skin conditions;
• Good analytical, methodological, and statistical skills (e.g., SPSS, R)
• Interest in working with psychophysiological measures (e.g. standardized itch inductions such as applying histamine to the skin);
• Fluent in spoken and written English;
• Dutch speaking
• Leiden University expects teachers to have the University Teaching Qualification (UTQ). If you not already hold this qualification or its equivalent, you must be prepared to obtain it within two years.

If you immediately recognise yourself in this profile, or if do you not quite meet all the requirements, but you believe that this is the right job for you, we look forward to your application!

What we offer Our goal is to work together to create a transparent and inclusive work environment in which everyone feels welcome and appreciated. Our organisation is always evolving and we need your ideas for improvement and innovation to take us further. We want to devote attention to your personal development.

You can expect an enjoyable job within the socially relevant world of education and research. The University's challenging and international work environment is located just steps away from Leiden’s lively city centre or the bustling city centre of The Hague. We also want to work with you to devote attention to your health and vitality, for example with the fun activities we organise through Healthy University.

We also offer:

• PHD: An employment contract for (30,4-38 hours per week) as a PhD candidate, initially for a period of 1 year, with the possibility of extension for 3-4 years after a positive evaluation. This contract falls under the CLA of Dutch Universities;
• A salary of a minimum of € 2.770,- and a maximum of € 3.539,- gross per month, based on a full-time appointment (38 hours) (scale P).
• A holiday allowance (8%), an end-of-year bonus (8,3%), and an attractive pension scheme at ABP;
• Flexible working hours: as a standard, you are entitled to a minimum of 29 leave days on the basis of a full-time working week of 38 hours; you can also save for extra leave, for example by working 40 hours a week, and in this way accrue an extra 96 leave hours, or exchange 96 leave hours for a 36-hour week.
• Lots of options when it comes to secondary employment conditions; we can, for example, discuss options for a sabbatical or paid parental leave. Within our terms of employment individual choices model, you can exchange leave days and/or salary for benefits such as an advantageous sports subscription or bicycle scheme, and we also offer child-care options;
• If your work allows it, hybrid working is possible within the Netherlands;
• A home-working allowance (day and internet allowance) and attention for good workplaces. The University will also provide you with a laptop and a mobile telephone (if applicable for the position).

For more information about employment conditions, see https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/werken-bij/sollicitatieprocedure-en-arbeidsvoorwaarden

What we find important Promoting an inclusive community is central to Leiden University’s values and vision. Leiden University aims to be an inclusive community in which all students and staff members feel valued and respected, and are able to develop to their full potential. Diversity in experiences and perspectives enriches our teaching and strengthens our research. High-quality education and research means inclusive education and research.

Want to apply or find out more? If you want to apply straight away, click the application button. If you would like more information about what the job entails, please contact

Dr. Antoinette van Laarhoven ( [email protected] ) and Dr. Sylvia van Beugen ( [email protected] )

You can apply until May 5th; applications will be processed immediately.

To help us get to know each other better, we follow a number of steps in the application procedure. For more information, see https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/werken-bij/sollicitatieprocedure-en-arbeidsvoorwaarden

• We believe mobility is very important. That is why we are also publishing this vacancy internally. In case of equal suitability, we will give priority to the internal candidate.
• A pre-employment screening (references, diplomas, certificate of good conduct (VOG)) may be part of the selection procedure.
• Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated. If you nevertheless choose to send us CVs, no rights can be derived from this. #LI-Hybrid

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The Institute of Psychology is managed by the Executive Board and the Board of Education. The Institute Council advises the Executive Board in carrying out their tasks. Additionally various committees make specialised contributions, such as the Research Ethics Committee or the Board of Examiners. Students are represented in the Programme Committees. The Institute Office has a support function for various tasks performed by the institute.

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PhD candidates come in all shapes and sizes, from those with an appointment at the University to dual PhDs who have a job outside the University. Here we explain which PhD places we have at Leiden University, so you can quickly see which type suits you.

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The University may appoint full or part-time PhD candidates. Most PhD candidates have a funded place as a PhD candidate. A full-time place is in principle a four-year appointment with 10% teaching duties. PhD candidates sometimes choose to do a cotutelle or joint doctorate . You can also be appointed as a PhD fellow. This is a six-year appointment with 35% teaching duties.

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Contract PhDs receive a grant in their country of origin, which enables them to conduct PhD research at our university. External PhDs or dual PhDs do not receive any funding in principle. They write their thesis – often alongside their regular work – under the supervision of a supervisor from Leiden. To be accepted as an external PhD, you must have your PhD proposal approved by a Graduate School . The University also has a dual PhD programme to give experienced ‘knowledge workers’ the opportunity to earn a PhD at Leiden University.

The faculty has various categories of doctoral candidates.

Doctoral candidates who are employees

The majority of doctoral candidates are appointed as a PhD Candidate. This appointment is for a period of four years, during which time, besides performing doctoral research, training courses are followed as part of the PhD Training Programme. Most PhD Candidates also have a minor teaching component (maximum 10% of the total period).

Appointment

PhD Candidates are initially appointed for one year, with the possibility to extend this by three years. Within three months of the commencement of the appointment, the PhD Candidate draws up a personal Training en Supervision Plan (TSP) in consultation with the designated supervisor and the Deans of PhD Studies . In the TSP the individual doctoral timeline is set out in detail. This will include, for instance, training courses to be followed to assist in the research.

Evaluation Meeting

Towards the end of the first year an evaluation meeting is held.  The progress of the research is reviewed by a committee including the supervisor, co-supervisor, an external member and the  Dean of PhD Studies, on the basis of the research proposal and a chapter of the dissertation or article. The teaching done and participation on the PhD Training Programme are also reviewed.

More Information

General information about doctoral studies, doctoral theses and the PhD Training Programme can be found in the Rules and Policies .

A PhD Fellow is not just a PhD Candidate, but also has a substantial teaching component amounting to around 35% of the total period. In addition, the courses in the PhD Training Programme are followed. Since the position of PhD Fellow encompasses more tasks than research alone, the appointment is for six years.

A PhD Fellow is appointed for six years, with the possibility to terminate the contract in the intermediate period. Within three months of the commencement of the appointment, the PhD Fellow draws up an individual Training en Supervision Plan (TSP) in consultation with the supervisor and Deans of PhD Studies . In the TSP, the individual PhD timeline is structured. This includes which courses will be followed to assist in the research.

After around one and a half years an evaluation meeting is held. The progress of the research is reviewed by a committee including the supervisor, co-supervisor, an external member and the  Dean of PhD Studies, on the basis of the research proposal and a chapter of the dissertation or article. The teaching done and participation on the PhD Training Programme is also reviewed.

Information about the position of PhD Fellows can be found under Rules and Policies for PhD fellows.

External doctoral candidates

The main task of a Contract PhD Candidate is to carry out doctoral research. This is done with funding from the government of the country of origin.

In general, the duration of the doctoral research is four years. Although a Contract PhD Candidate does not have an appointment at the faculty, the position is equal to appointed PhD Candidates when it comes to training, monitoring of progress and other work conditions (such as workplace, ICT facilities  etc.).

Towards the end of the first year an evaluation meeting is held. At this meeting a committee comprising the supervisor, co-supervisor, external member and Deans of PhD Studies reviews the progress of the research based on the research plan and a chapter of the dissertation or an article. The participation on the PhD Training Programme is also reviewed. 

Information about the position of Contract PhD Candidates can be found under Rules and Policies for Contract PhD Candidates.

Leiden Law School also offers the possibility of pursuing a (non-funded) ‘external’ PhD within the Graduate School of Legal Research. Applications for these positions are accepted throughout the year.

Application Procedure

In order to become an External PhD Candidate you should have a research proposal which fits within the research carried out in the research programmes of the faculty.  A decision on an application for admission to the PhD programme can only be made on the basis of the completed and submitted online form  including the required attachments. The full application must include:

• a specific, innovative and fairly elaborate proposal;
• the name of a possible supervisor (professor) whose research interests and area of specialization fit your research proposal ( more information about research and potential supervisors );
• a completed Master-degree which should be the equivalent of a LL.M. or Master degree obtained in The Netherlands including the corresponding list of grades;
• an English language test score of 100 (TOEFL) or 7.0 (IELTS), unless the candidate is a native speaker;
• at least one published article/chapter relevant to the field of the proposed research.

External PhD Candidates have to make their own arrangements for the funding of their research and living costs. External funding possibilities can be explored with your supervisor(s). Paid positions as employed PhD candidate at Leiden Law School are advertised at https://vacancies.leiden.edu .

Until now, becoming an external PhD candidate at Leiden University in most cases does not involve paying a fee.

However, some subdepartments which offer a PhD-track charge a fee: see for example the  International Institute of Air and Space Law ,  The Van Vollenhoven Institute  and the Grotius Center for International Legal Studies ).

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More questions about the PhD programme can be sent by mail to the Graduate School.

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Professor Awarded Prestigious Peterson Prize

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Lucy Takagi , Clinical Specialist in the department of Social Work and Child Advocacy , was selected by the Rutgers Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) as this year’s recipient of the Peterson Prize, the school’s most prestigious award.

The Peterson Prize is presented to an alumna/alumnus who has made outstanding contributions to professional psychology. Such contributions may include innovations in service delivery, education or training, service to under-served populations, and other creative professional efforts that enhance the general welfare.

“I am humbled by this recognition, but also proud to have employed the knowledge, experience, and clinical skills I learned at GSAPP in my professional life,” said Takagi in receiving the award. “And I have been privileged with opportunities to lead psychological associations in serving the needs of psychologists – in New Jersey and nationally.”

Congratulations, Lucy!