Sònia Bigordà Elected COPSIA President in Andorra

Sònia Bigordà, who previously served as COPSIA secretary, has taken over as president of the Col·legi Oficial de Psicòlegs d’Andorra (COPSIA), replacing Òscar Fernàndez. She heads a new executive team that includes Sílvia Palau, Alexandra Invernon, Blanca de la Cruz, and Diana Alves.

The incoming board signals a commitment to continuity, aiming to build on past work defending the psychologist's role and upholding professional standards in Andorra's health and welfare system. A key focus for the coming term is combating professional intrusion, especially amid the rise of psychological content and services on social media and digital platforms.

COPSIA has highlighted the dangers of unqualified people sharing advice, diagnoses, or therapies online, which can create serious risks to public mental health and lead to improper use of psychological resources. The organisation seeks to ensure all mental health care in Andorra comes exclusively from registered professionals meeting ethical and deontological standards to protect clients.

In addition, the board will promote reliable public information, strengthen ties with national bodies, and encourage people to turn to accredited experts for mental health support. This change in leadership aims to bolster psychologists' position in Andorran society while safeguarding the profession and patient welfare.