Aries has joined Universitas Pembangunan Jaya since July 2018 as a lecturer at Psychology Study Program and became the secretary of the Psychology Study Program in October 2018. Since July 2019 he has been the Head of the Psychology Study Program. The lectures he offered are Research Methodology and Statistics, Psychometrics, and Construction of Psychology Measurement Instruments. In addition to teaching, Aries is also experienced as a team for CPNS (civil servant selection tests) and SBMPTN-SNPTN selection (state universities entry tests), test developer for several governments and private institutions, as well as a resource person in training in the preparation of psychological measurement instruments and psychometric analysis. Besides lecturing, Aries also did several research studies on the preparation and analysis of psychological measuring instruments. The results of his research were widely presented in national and international seminars, as well as in the form of proceedings, journals, and books.

Ellyana Dwi Farisandy, M.Psi., Psikolog also known as Elly is a Clinical Psychologist and Lecturer Department of Psychology with over six years of clinical experience and four years in academia. She graduated cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Universitas Surabaya and earned her Master's degree in Professional Psychology from Universitas Airlangga, where she was recognized as the best graduate.

Her primary focus lies in clinical psychology, encompassing mental health, psychological disorders, and psychological interventions. Her expertise is further enhanced through participation in various Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) trainings and is supported by a certification in non-fiction writing competence from Badan Nasional Sertifikasi Profesi (BNSP).

Elly is an active writer and has published over 15 scientific articles in nationally accredited SINTA journals, as well as one article in an internationally reputable journal. Beyond her clinical and academic endeavors, she is frequently invited as a guest speaker in both offline and online settings, reflecting her commitment to bridging psychological science with the broader public.

Gita Widya Laksmini Soerjoatmodjo is a Psychologist and Lecturer with extensive experience in academia and organizational management. Currently, she serves as the Head of the Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) at Universitas Pembangunan Jaya.

Her professional journey spans roles as a journalist for Tempo Magazine and a correspondent in London before pursuing a Master's degree in Educational Psychology at Universitas Indonesia. This interdisciplinary experience enriches Gita’s approach to research and her commitment to applying psychology to improve the quality of life of urban communities through cross-sector collaboration.

Gita actively engages in research and publication, focusing on psychology and urban social issues. She has contributed to several books and international articles, including International Journalism and Democracy (Routledge, 2010) and Civil Society and Transparency in the Extractive Industry (Indonesian Parliamentary Center, 2015). Gita’s interest in psychological interventions in education and community development is reflected in her publications in national and international journals.

Maria Jane or MJ, completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Surabaya in 2013. During her undergraduate studies, MJ also worked as a lecturer assistant and psychology examiner at several Psychology Bureaus in Surabaya. After graduating, MJ then continued her career as a practitioner. Started by becoming HR Recruitment at a company in East Java. MJ also improved her knowledge and skills of clinical psychology which had been her interest from the beginning when she entered the psychology department. In 2015, MJ continued postgraduate study and concentrated on clinical psychology at the University of Surabaya. In addition to studies, MJ is also still continuing his profession as a freelance tester for several psychology bureaus such as PKLP University of Surabaya, Iradat Consultant, and other bureaus.

After completing her postgraduate degree in 2018, MJ then joined several online counseling platforms in Indonesia and outside Indonesia. Through this online counseling platform, MJ helps hundreds of thousands of people who are still embarrassed, confused and afraid to share their journey with psychologists. MJ also asked to share knowledge by being a resource on radio or social media platforms that focus on and promote mental health issues. The issues are related to handling trauma, preventing and handling sexual assault on campus and everyday life, and so on.

MJ joined UPJ since July 2020 which was her first experience reading the path as an academic. MJ's motivation to shift to the academic path is to improve the development and application of psychology in human life, especially in Indonesia. MJ wants to continue to learn and share her knowledge and experiences with senior academics and everyone who is interested in studying psychology. MJ's greatest hope for all human beings who are studying psychology is to become self-aware and mature in self-management to carry out the real challenges in Life.

"Learning Psychology is learning to survive, so it takes tremendous focus and struggle."

Supriyanto joined Department of Psychology, Universitas Pembangunan Jaya in 2014 after completing his master degree in Social Intervention at the Faculty of Psychology, University of Indonesia. He obtained a bachelor's degree majoring in Psychology also from the Faculty of Psychology, University of Indonesia in 2004. Before pursuing his career as lecturer, Supriyanto had professional experience at the Ministry of Health (MoH) Republic of Indonesia, the American Red Cross and the Pulih Foundation. Based on the professional background from various national and international institutions, Supriyanto has gained a strong competence in the fields of community development, social intervention, program cycle management, monitoring and evaluation, social assessment, and training and development.

As a scholar, Supriyanto has a deep interest in Social Psychology, Community Psychology, Environmental Psychology and Urban Psychology. The classes he teaches includes: History of Psychology, Social Psychology, Community Psychology, Environmental Psychology, Urban Psychology, and Training and Development. His academic journey is marked by scientific publications in several topics such as tolerance, sense of community, social dominance orientation, social well-being, family satisfaction and social discrimination. Another regular activity related to his profession is social service.  Supriyanto has been involved in social service activities for more than 10 years as keynote speaker, training facilitator, and independent consultant.

Vemmy, affectionately known as such, holds a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in applied psychology from the University of Indonesia. Before teaching at UPJ, she worked for a psychology bureau, a tax consultant, a non-profit organization, and a research institute. She has written parts of several books, such as Indonesian Families: Aspects and Dynamics of the Times and Advances in Urban Lifestyle and Technology. In addition, she has also published articles, both in national and international reputable journals.

Vemmy has a special interest in Social Psychology and Social Intervention, in line with her educational background. Therefore, until now, she not only teaches courses but also actively conducts research and consultations related to these two subjects. In addition, Vemmy is also active in providing training or seminars related to soft skills needed by the community, both inside and outside UPJ.

Clara Moningka is an Associate Professor at the Department of Psychology, Universitas Pembangunan Jaya. She earned her Doctoral degree in Psychology from the University of Gunadarma, where she developed a strong foundation in psychological theory and practice. Her academic and professional expertise lies in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Social Psychology, and research methodology.

In her role as Coordinator of the Apprenticeship Program, Clara oversees student placements and guides the development of professional competencies among psychology undergraduates. Since 2021, she has also contributed to national education initiatives through the development of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) modules and Early Childhood Education programs for the Teacher Professional Education (PPG) Program, supported by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology.

Clara has authored two international book chapters on social comparison in social media, both published by IGI Global (USA) and indexed in Scopus, reflecting her ongoing engagement with global academic discourse on digital behavior and psychological well-being. Clara teaches a range of subjects, including Research Methodology and Statistics, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, and Environmental Psychology. Beyond academia, she frequently serves as a subject matter expert for national media, contributing psychological insights to public discussions on education, mental health, and social issues.

Her international academic involvement includes participation in the Asian Association of Social Psychology’s Summer School program held at Universitas Gadjah Mada in 2012 and the University of San Carlos in 2015, for which she received competitive scholarships.
Clara also holds several leadership and service roles within the academic community.

She is a member of the University Senate and the Ethics Committee of the Konsorsium Psikologi Ilmiah Nusantara (KPIN). She also serves as a peer reviewer for several scholarly journals, including the Indonesian Journal of Indigenous Psychology (Jurnal Psikologi Ulayat), Biopsychosocial Journal, and the Journal of Social and Political Psychology. Her research has been presented at national and international conferences and published in journals, academic volumes, and proceedings. In recognition of her applied contributions to the field, she holds over 15 registered intellectual property rights, including psychological scale adaptations, educational modules, and intervention tools.

Hidayatul Annisa has a strong background as a Practitioner in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, with over five years of professional experience in Human Resources, Recruitment, and Psychological Assessment across various major industries in Indonesia. She earned her Master’s degree in Professional Psychology from Universitas Persada Indonesia YAI, graduating with Cumlaude.

Her primary focus in the field of Industrial and Organizational Psychology, particularly in Organizational Behavior, Strategic Human Resources, and Assessment Center methodology. Her expertise is further strengthened by a certification as an Assessment Center Assessor from PPM Manajemen, along with participation in various professional trainings such as Competency-Based Interview, Targeted Selection Interview, and Dynamic Recruitment Strategies.

Annisa is also actively involved as a Speaker in academic and professional forums. She has been a featured speaker on topics such as related to career preparation, workplace wellbeing, leadership, and stress management. Her dedication to the field of psychology is reflected through her contributions as both a practitioner and mentor, bridging the gap between industry demands and academic insight.

Bunga, commonly known as Flo, is an Educational Psychologist and Psychology Lecturer with a strong passion for promoting mental health. She has extensive professional experience in education, training, and counselling students. Flo earned her Master’s degree in Psychology from Gadjah Mada University and graduated as the top student in her class from the Psychology Program at Pembangunan Jaya University in 2020 (Bachelor’s degree). Before joining Pembangunan Jaya University, she worked as a teaching assistant for psychology professional students at Gadjah Mada University, a position that enriched her teaching experience and allowed her to supervise academic projects for psychology students.

Her primary focus lies in the field of Educational Psychology. Flo continuously develops her expertise as a professional psychologist by providing structured interventions and counselling services to individuals ranging from children to adults who face mental health challenges. She is also an experienced keynote speaker at mental health seminars and training sessions, both in-person and online, where she shares her knowledge and advocates for the importance of psychological resilience in modern society.

Flo’s commitment to educational psychological intervention is further reflected in her development of an applicable growth mindset training module, specifically designed for adolescent students. Beyond her roles in practice and academia, Flo actively raises awareness about mental health on various social media platforms, with the aim of educating and inspiring not only students but also individuals from diverse backgrounds about the importance of mental health.