From November 19 to 21, 2025, AlmaU hosted a landmark event dedicated to one of the most pressing issues of our time—mental health in an era of global change. The forum served as a platform for professional dialogue, knowledge exchange, and the development of practical solutions under the motto: “Psychology is not only a science but also the art of understanding, feeling, and inspiring.”
The first day featured an international scientific and practical conference where experts discussed contemporary challenges in mental health, analytical and clinical psychology, emotional maturity, neuropsychology, psychosomatic medicine, and profiling.
The afternoon program focused on practical learning and included masterclasses on profiling and personality analysis, self-regulation techniques, psychosomatic interventions, cognitive-behavioral and transactional analysis methods, EMDR approaches, emotional intelligence development, and the evolving competencies required of modern sports psychologists.
Participants highly appreciated the practical value of the sessions and the opportunity to immediately apply the newly acquired knowledge and techniques in their professional practice.
The second day was devoted to in-depth work with emotional states through integrative neuropsychological techniques designed to promote emotional balance and reduce psychological stress. Participants also took part in an art therapy workshop, exploring their emotions through creative self-expression and visual metaphors.
The final day featured PsychoExpress, an open-format initiative in which leading psychologists from Almaty provided individual consultations for all interested participants. At the same time, students competed in several creative contests, including the best social awareness video, a psychology-themed quiz, a musical interpretation, and an essay competition dedicated to the week’s theme.
The students’ projects demonstrated a thoughtful understanding of mental health issues, creativity, and strong professional engagement.
Psychology Week at AlmaU became a significant event for the professional community, bringing together science, practice, and creative exploration. The event enabled participants to gain a deeper understanding of today’s mental health challenges while equipping them with practical tools to strengthen personal well-being in an increasingly dynamic and rapidly changing world.