About PSIMA
PSIMA functions as a professional association representing the psychology community in Malaysia. It provides platforms for professional engagement, academic coordination, and national discourse related to psychology.
PSIMA is not a regulatory or licensing body and does not replace statutory authorities. Its role is to support, advocate, and coordinate efforts that advance the discipline and profession of psychology.
“Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response.”
-Victor Frankl-
VISION
Advocating Psychology for Healthy Lives and Well-Being
We envision a Malaysia where psychology is a cornerstone of personal growth, mental health, and societal harmony—empowering individuals and communities to thrive.
MISSION
PSIMA aims to:
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Strengthen professional identity and standards in psychology
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Support education, research, and evidence-based practice
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Facilitate collaboration among psychologists and institutions
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Contribute psychological expertise to national development and wellbeing
ORGANISATION AND GOVERNANCE
PSIMA is governed by an Executive Council responsible for strategic direction, policy oversight, and organisational management. The Council operates in accordance with the PSIMA Constitution and is accountable to its members.