UST Department of Psychology

10/10/2026

"𝐊𝐚𝐲𝐚 𝐤𝐨 𝐩𝐚 𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐢-𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞." 💭

How many times have we used this phrase to push through exhaustion, stress, or emotional strain? While resilience is admirable, constantly surviving on "kaya pa" takes a heavy toll on our well-being.

Remember: 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠.

Before the day ends, this World Mental Health Day, let's shift our perspective. Here is what we can do instead of constantly pushing ourselves to the brink:

𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 "𝐤𝐚𝐲𝐚 𝐩𝐚": Pause to assess how you are really feeling instead of default-pushing through.

𝐃𝐞-𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝: Lighten your to-do list, delegate, and give yourself permission to pause.

𝐒𝐞𝐭 𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐒: Protect your time and energy by learning to say "no" or "not right now".

𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐚 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐭: Lean on trusted friends, family, or communities before you hit a crisis point.

𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐇𝐄𝐋𝐏 𝐢𝐟 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐝: Reach out to mental health professionals—you don't have to wait until a total breakdown to deserve care.

Always remember: 𝐅𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐢𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐋-𝐁𝐄𝐈𝐍𝐆. Take a deep breath tonight and check in with yourself—you deserve more than just surviving. 🧠💙

09/10/2026

06/10/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT: UST DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY GRADUATE TRACER SURVEY

The Department of Psychology invites graduates from Academic Years 2020–2021 through 2025–2026 to participate in the official Graduate Tracer Survey.

As part of our commitment to continuous institutional development and academic excellence, this survey aims to track the career outcomes and professional accomplishments of our alumni. Your insights will serve as vital data in evaluating our existing curricula, enhancing our degree programs, and supporting the career trajectories of future Thomasian psychologists.

We kindly request a few minutes of your time to complete the survey through the link below:

🔗 Survey Link: https://forms.gle/YFRC8zvw7W32ZYQi9

Your participation is integral to the advancement of our department and alma mater. We thank you for your ongoing support and professional contributions to the field.

Data gathered through this form will be processed in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and will be used strictly for institutional research purposes.

28/09/2026

Prof. Marc Eric S. Reyes, PhD, an academic staff of the Department of Psychology, received the Outstanding Psychologist Award at the Psychological Association of the Philippines Convention (PAPcon) 2026, held Sept. 24-26, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center in Davao.

Article: https://www.ust.edu.ph/reyes-of-psychology-hailed-as-pap-outstanding-psychologist/

28/09/2026

EXCELLENCE ATTAINED, EXPERTISE RECOGNIZED. 🟡📜✨

​The Department of Psychology warmly congratulates our faculty members on earning their Specialist certifications in their respective fields!

​Warmest congratulations to:
​Asst. Prof. Eric L. Dimar, MA — Certified Specialist in Counseling Psychology

​Asst. Prof. Henmar C. Cardiño, MA — Certified Specialist in Industrial-Organizational Psychology

​Inst. Adrian C. Castillo, MA — Certified Specialist in Industrial-Organizational Psychology

​Achieving specialist certification reflects deep mastery, rigorous professional standards, and an unwavering commitment to advancing mental health and organizational performance in the Philippines. Your dedication to lifelong learning serves as a beacon of inspiration for our students and academic community.

27/09/2026

INVESTING IN MEANINGFUL RESEARCH, DRIVING REAL IMPACT. 🟡📜✨

​The Department of Psychology proudly congratulates Asst. Prof. Jeau Raizza S. Go, MA on receiving the Graduate Thesis and Dissertation Grants from the Psychological Association of the Philippines during PAPCON 2026!

​May these research funds be utilized as a tool for academic integrity, scientific progress, and meaningful community service.

26/09/2026

A DISTINGUISHED ACCOLADE FOR THOMASIAN EXCELLENCE 🟡📜✨

​The Department of Psychology extends their most heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Marc Eric S. Reyes, PhD for receiving the Outstanding Psychologist Award at the recently concluded PAPCON 2026!
​This prestigious distinction, conferred by the Psychological Association of the Philippines (PAP), is a testament to Dr. Reyes’ profound impact on the field of psychology through his research, teaching, and professional leadership. His dedication embodies the core values of Thomasian excellence and scientific rigor.

​We are immensely proud that your pioneering efforts continue to elevate the standard of mental health and psychological practice in the Philippines.

26/09/2026

TO UNDERSTAND THE MIND, TO SERVE THE NATION. 🧠✨

The Department of Psychology congratulates the Thomasian Psychometrician Topnotchers for their outstanding achievement in the 2026 Psychometrician Licensure Examination!

​Reaching the top is not merely a testament to intellectual brilliance, but a reflection of resilience, dedication, and unwavering faith. As you step into the professional realm, may you continue to ground your expertise in empathy, integrity, and the pursuit of truth.

​Entering a new century of scientific milestone—Bago Ngayong Siglo—your Thomasian community celebrates your triumph! 🐯🟡