University of Luzon Psychology Student Completes Historic Clinical Internship at NCMH
Posted on 9th of Sep 2026 by UL Administrator
A significant step in professional education was achieved by Justine Margarette C. Calimoso, an incoming fourth-year Bachelor of Arts in Psychology student of the University of Luzon, who completed a 200-hour clinical internship at the National Center for Mental Health (NCMH).
Her internship began in April and was completed on June 19, 2026, marking the first time a BA Psychology student from the University of Luzon has completed clinical internship training at the country’s premier government mental health institution.
The experience gave Calimoso practical training in clinical psychology and mental health services. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, she gained hands-on experience in initial intake interviews, psychological test administration, report writing, and group activities for patients. These learning activities helped strengthen her professional competence and prepare her for future work in psychology.
Her training also allowed her to work with psychology interns from different universities. The experience encouraged knowledge sharing, new professional connections, and learning from different academic perspectives.
The internship placement and training were supported by Mark Jayson Principe, Psychologist II and Practicum Coordinator, who helped facilitate Calimoso’s clinical training at NCMH.
Practical learning experiences help connect classroom knowledge with professional practice. Mental health training supports SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being by preparing future psychology professionals to contribute to human health and mental health services; SDG 4: Quality Education by providing practice-based learning that strengthens skills and professional competence; and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals by creating opportunities for institutional cooperation and meaningful professional training.
Calimoso’s experience reflects the value of experiential learning in preparing students for their chosen careers. Her pioneering internship experience also opens a meaningful path for future University of Luzon Psychology students to pursue practical training in professional mental health settings.
