Interdisciplinarity in Professional Training in Psychology and Law: Challenges and Proposals in the Legal Clinic for Migrants and Refugees

Abstract

The growing complexity of migratory phenomena demands comprehensive interventions that address both legal and psychosocial dimensions. In this context, training professionals capable of responding to these challenges is essential. Objectives: This article analyzes the teaching-learning process jointly developed by the Legal Clinic for Migrants and Refugees (Faculty of Law) and the Psychosocial Workshop on Legal Psychology (Faculty of Psychology) at Universidad Diego Portales. Although these courses are coordinated, they do not yet constitute a fully interdisciplinary training experience. Therefore, this study aims to contribute to the design of an interdisciplinary training model that offers a more integrated understanding of the needs and rights of migrants. Materials/Methods: The research follows a qualitative, descriptive approach with a phenomenological design, aimed at understanding the experiences of faculty and experts involved in both initiatives. Results: Five key dimensions were identified: problem-based design in complex contexts, continuous improvement and innovation, training needs, teaching methodologies, and challenges and obstacles. Conclusions: The findings highlight the educational potential of interdisciplinarity, particularly in strengthening critical thinking, argumentation, and collaborative work, as well as the need for institutional structures that sustainably support these initiatives.