Sònia Bigordà Returns as COPSIA President in Andorra

Sònia Bigordà has returned as president of the Col·legi Oficial de Psicòlegs d’Andorra (COPSIA), succeeding Òscar Fernàndez in a role she previously held. The new governing board, announced on 17 December 2025, comprises Sílvia Palau, Alexandra Invernon, Blanca de la Cruz, and Diana Alves alongside Bigordà, who served as the organisation's secretary until now.

This leadership team emphasises continuity with prior efforts to protect the psychologist's role and maintain professional standards within Andorra's health and welfare framework. A primary goal for the term ahead is tackling professional intrusion, particularly the expansion of psychological content and services across social media and online spaces.

COPSIA warns that advice, diagnoses, or therapies offered by unqualified individuals without proper training or accreditation pose significant risks to public mental health. Such practices can lead patients to misuse psychological resources inappropriately. The board is determined to ensure mental health services in Andorra are delivered solely by registered professionals adhering to ethical and deontological guidelines that safeguard users.

Beyond enforcement, the organisation plans to advance accurate public education, foster partnerships with national institutions, and raise awareness about seeking accredited experts for mental health needs. The refreshed board positions COPSIA to reinforce psychologists' standing in Andorran society while prioritising both professional integrity and patient well-being.