About Us

Aims and Activities of the PSI

• Advance and promote the discipline of psychology
• Promote high standards of training and education for psychologists in Ireland
• Promote high professional and ethical standards within the profession
• Provide professional learning, development and networking opportunities
• Sustain growth in PSI membership
• Annual scientific and professional conferences
• Public talks and media communications
• Update members on psychology matters in Ireland

In an effort to further ensure high standards in all areas of psychology in Ireland the PSI has established Divisions for all psychology specialisms and Special Interest Groups (SIGs), membership of which is based on the applicant's experience and qualifications. Each Division or SIG (see Organisational Chart below) deals with a specific area and provides lectures, resources, professional learning and development events, and a voice for psychologists not only within the PSI but within Ireland.

Since its inception, the PSI has had and continues to have, many dealings with various government agencies with the aim of protecting, promoting and furthering the profession of psychology in Ireland.

As well as the work of the PSI Council there are groups and committees who have been undertaking work on behalf of Council.

For information on Council Sub-Committees please click here.

To view more information on our Divisions and Special Interest Groups please click here.

We are a small team based in the Digital Office Centre Camden headquarters in Dublin 8.

Dr Orlaith McCaul, Executive Director 
The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for directing overall operations within the PSI. As the lead executive officer, the ED reports to the PSI Council and drives change within the Society related to the PSI’s mission and strategic plan. The Executive Director oversees all day-to-day operations, including the PSI’s organisational structure, membership, communication, strategic development, finance, and human resources.

Lisa Stafford, Head of Communications
Lisa develops and leads on Society communications from media to brand promotion and website, external and internal stakeholder communication, and national Society events including the PSI Annual Conference.

Susan Foxe, Office and Finance Manager
Susan manages office operations, ensuring smooth business functions, and overseeing projects, contracts, and procurements. She works with Council and committees on budgets, payroll, and cash flow, while maintaining financial records. Susan handles HR, wellbeing, training, recruitment, GDPR, CPD, IT systems, compliance, and health & safety.

Marianne Plenty, Membership Manager
Marianne manages membership services and benefits, as well as overseeing membership processes and applications.

Karen Byrne, Council Secretariat and Accreditation Manager
Karen is responsible for the Society’s Council and Board activities and support. Karen also manages the undergraduate and postgraduate PSI accreditation processes.

Kennedy Fiorella, Policy and Advocacy Manager
Kennedy oversees the external policy landscape as it relates to the PSI, psychology as a discipline and a science, our members, and our broader vision and mission. This includes leading PSI’s advocacy efforts and politically focused work. Kennedy is responsible for driving the development and promotion of PSI’s policy objectives, advancing strategic goals, lobbying activity, and fostering engagement with key stakeholders. Kennedy serves as PSI’s primary liaison with CORU, Ireland’s Health and Social Care Regulator, throughout the current regulatory process.

Maryna Yefimova, Membership Coordinator
Maryna is responsible for managing day-to-day queries from members and the public, as well as working closely with colleagues to support the membership renewal process, membership applications, accreditations, mentoring programme and other Society events/initiatives. 

Lucy Brennan, Media and Content Coordinator
Lucy is responsible for the design, delivery, and coordination of PSI’s communications. She manages content creation, social media campaigns, website updates, member communications, publications, and maintaining brand consistency. Lucy supports public relations efforts and handles media queries.

Jadra Penezić, Events Coordinator
Jadra is responsible for overseeing a range of Society in-person and hybrid events. These include the PSI Annual Conference, the Autumn/Winter Public Lecture series, the Annual General Meeting (AGM), the Careers Event in collaboration with the NIBPS, and the Retired Members event.

Daiden O'Regan, Administrator
Daiden provides administrative support across the PSI Team. Tasks range from processing queries from PSI members and the public, handling external CPD event applications and advertising queries, co-ordinating and scheduling meetings, supporting the EVC, and general day-to-day office administration for team and members.

Bernadette Johnston, Professional Conduct Committee (PCC) Administrator
Bernadette provides administrative support to the Professional Conduct Committee (PCC).The committee is in its final stages of forming the PCC which will look after concerns relating to member qualifications and adherence to the PSI Code of Ethics.

View the PSI's Constitution here: Constitution | Article | PSI

Last update of the Constitution: 23 August 2025

View the PSI's 2024-2026 Strategic Plan, including Vision, Mission, Values and Objectives here: Strategic Plan | Article | PSI