This paper discusses the proposition of professional specialization areas in psychological practices. With the aim of establishing a conceptual frame of reference for the ensuing discussion, some heuristic, analytical categories are tentatively proposed and a critical analysis of a few formal and/or informal specializations, currently under consideration within the professional milieu, are offered. The author considers that the lack of an unequivocal and epistemologically solid demonstration of the distinctiveness and utility of the proposed specializations and some undesirable effects that a premature breakup could have in the profession advise the postponement of these proposals.
Psychology; Professional practice psychology; Psychology specializations; Epistemology