Affiliated Faculty Researchers

John Jamir Benzon R. Aruta

Assistant Professorial Lecturer, De La Salle University

PhD (Counseling Psychology), De La Salle University

Current research interests

I am interested in research related to mental health, cross-cultural psychology, and sustainability

Publications (selected)

Callueng, C., Aruta, J. J. B. R., Antazo, B. G., & Briones‐Diato, A. (2020). Measurement and antecedents of national resilience in Filipino adults during coronavirus crisis. Journal of Community Psychology.

Aruta, J. J. B. R., Barretto, I. D. E., Shin, Y., & Jang, A. (2019). The experience of power in teacher–student relationships in collectivistic context. Psychological Studies, 64(3), 316-331.

Roxas, M. M., David, A. P., & Aruta, J. J. B. R. (2019). Compassion, forgiveness and subjective well-being among Filipino counseling professionals. International Journal for the Advancement of Counselling, 41(2), 272-283.

Peejay D. Bengwasan

Clinical Psychologist, Sunflower Children's Center

PhD (Clinical Psychology), De La Salle University

Current research interests

I immerse myself in studies in clinical psychology, particularly in psychotherapy, psychological assessment and trauma. Due to handling court-ordered cases, I have been deeply enmeshed in research regarding juvenile justice and forensic psychology and would like to gain in-depth knowledge and skills in neuropsychology.

Publications

Bengwasan, P. (2018). The intellectual profile of abused children in the Philippines: An analysis of SB5 IQ scores of sexually abused, physically abused and neglected children. Child Abuse and Neglect, 81, 89-395. doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chiabu.2018.05.019
Bengwasan, P., & Bancual, M. E. J. (2020). The developmental status of abused and neglected children in the Philippines. Child and Youth Services Review, 110 ,104756. doi: 10.1016/j.childyouth.2020.104756

Ma. Roxanne B. Ibalobor

Head, Office of Program Evaluation and Data Analytics, Center for Learning and Performance Assessment, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, Manila

PhD (Educational Psychology), De La Salle University

Current research interests

My research interests include studies on high achieving students and students with academic difficulty. I am also interested in research topics such as locus of hope, academic emotions, social goals, and self-regulation of learning. I has developed frameworks for (a) social development, (b) service learning, and (c) student learning outcomes.

Sally I. Maximo

Associate Professor, St. Louis University, Baguio

PhD (Clinical Psychology), De La Salle University

Current research interests

I am interested in research topics that relate with spirituality, resilience, well-being and mental health. Currently, I am working on exploring personal recovery narratives in depression. I am also a contributor for a specific collaborative research initiated by the Resilience Research Centre in Canada.

Publications

Höltge, J., Theron, L., Cowden, R. G., Govender, K., Maximo, S. I., Carranza, J. S., ... & Hu, H. (2020). A cross-country network analysis of adolescent resilience. Journal of Adolescent Health. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jadohealth.2020.07.010
Maximo, S. I. (2019). A scoping review of ethical considerations in spiritual/religious counseling and psychotherapy. Journal of Pastoral Care & Counseling, 73(2), 124-133.
Maximo, S. I., & Carranza, J. S. (2016). Parental attachment and love language as eeterminants of resilience among graduating university students. SAGE Open, 6(1), 2158244015622800.
Maximo, S. I., & Loy, N. S. N. G. (2014). Bullying among high school students as influenced by parent-child attachment and parenting styles. Philippine Journal of Psychology, 47(2), 125-152.
Maximo, S. I., Berlanga, K. N. B., Aquisay, A. P. F., Valencia, M. C. P., & Daoen, R. T. (2012). Regrets and well-being of senior citizens. International Journal of Behavioral Science , 7(1).
Maximo, S. I., Tayaban, H. S., Cacdac, G. B., Cacanindin, M. J. A., Pugat, R. J. S., Rivera, M. F., & Lingbawan, M. C. (2011). Parents’ communication styles and their influence on the adolescents’ attachment, intimacy and achievement motivation. International Journal of Behavioral Science, 6(1).

Arvin M. Teopaco

Clinical Psychologist, AMT Psychconsult Clinic

MS (Clinical Psychology), De La Salle University

Current research interests

His current research focuses on forensic psychology (children and adolescents in conflict with the law), self-concept, psychological strengths, resiliency, hope and well-being, intervention, and test translation and adaptation.