Asociación de Psicología Integral de la Persona

The Asociación de Psicología Integral de la Persona (APSIP) is an academic society composed of mental health professionals who aim to base their clinical practice on the principles of Thomistic philosophy. This perspective allows them to be open to all truth, regardless of its origin, whether from confessional or secular authors, ancient or modern. APSIP integrates various contributions that help achieve a comprehensive understanding of the person, relying on dialogue and integration to enrich clinical psychology.

The association’s motto, “persona est perfectissimum in tota natura" (the person is the most perfect being in all of nature), reflects its person-centered approach, emphasizing human dignity and well-being. They recognize that all sciences, arts, and disciplines are oriented toward the good of the person, and psychology is no exception. This principle guides their efforts to promote a clinical practice that respects and enhances human nature in all its dimensions.

APSIP publishes a variety of materials to share its research and reflections. Among these are Cuadernos PSIP and Apuntes PSIP, which explore relevant topics at the intersection of psychology and Thomistic philosophy. Additionally, they provide a selection of articles, books, and theses that delve into different aspects of integral psychology.

The association also maintains a library that includes resources on Neo-Thomism and psychology and a bibliotherapy section with literary recommendations for addressing various psychological issues. For instance, they suggest books like El Cansancio de los Buenos (The Fatigue of the Good) for professional burnout, Siempre fui parte de ti (I Was Always a Part of You) for the psychological consequences of abortion, and La Trampa Rota (The Broken Trap) for sexual addiction.

APSIP also offers additional resources, such as a repository of quotes, information on great authors and their works, and an audiovisual section. They publish a Featured Article of the Month and newsletters to inform their members and the public about their activities and developments in integral psychology.

In summary, the Asociación de Psicología Integral de la Persona is dedicated to promoting a clinical practice based on a holistic understanding of the human person, integrating insights from various sources and disciplines, seeking to enrich the field of psychology from a Thomistic perspective.