As technology continues to influence how people think, decide, and interact, understanding the mental shortcuts and biases that affect decision-making is becoming increasingly important. Dr Prince Kouamelan Kouassi, a leading figure in cognitive neuroscience and computational psychology, will deliver the keynote address at the 7th International Conference on Psychology, Counselling, and Education (ICPCE 2025), which will be held in the Philippines on Friday 29th and Saturday 30th August.
Dr Kouassi is the chair of the Department of Psychology at the American University in Dubai. His keynote will focus on how cognitive errors shape human decisions, especially under pressure or uncertainty. Drawing on computational models and probability-based approaches, his work offers new ways to understand flawed thinking in real-life situations. His insights are expected to be especially valuable to those working in mental health, behavioural research, and education.
He holds a PhD in Psychology from City St George’s, University of London, as well as degrees in cognitive and computational neuroscience and psychology with cognitive neuroscience from universities in Sheffield and Leicester. His career has combined academic research with teaching, including a previous post as teaching fellow at Coventry University, where he contributed to the development of psychology education.
ICPCE 2025 will take place at the Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST) in the Philippines. The conference is organised by Psychreg, in collaboration with the NEUST and Psych Counseling and Health Support Services. It will follow a hybrid format that welcomes both onsite attendees and online participants from around the world. The event will focus on “Integrative Approaches to Mental Health”, encouraging collaboration between research, theory, and practice.
In addition to Dr Kouassi, the conference will feature a strong line-up of plenary speakers. Dr Soledad Mina-Roguel, an educational psychologist from the Philippines, will discuss research training and mentoring. Dr Rhodora Jugo, president of NEUST, will share leadership insights from her long-standing work in educational development. Dr Jenny Lyn Casano, a clinical and forensic psychologist, will speak about mental health rehabilitation and policy. Also presenting is Ann Maribel Hapin, head of Psychological Services at the Cavite Center for Mental Health, who will offer perspectives on psychological assessment and advocacy.
A series of workshops will complement the plenary sessions. Dr Benny Soliman, a clinical psychologist and experienced academic, will lead training sessions on professional development in psychology. Dr Charissa Rañeses, a trauma therapist and energy healing practitioner, will offer approaches that integrate clinical and holistic care. Kia Hem, a Cambodian psychologist and advisor for mental health services, will present on trauma-informed care and psychosocial support in post-conflict settings.
Participants will also have the opportunity to present their own research. Submissions are welcome from across disciplines, including applied psychology, educational research, and mental health practice. Full papers will be published in the journal ISPCE Bulletin, which is expected to be released in February 2026.
Registration for the event is still open.