Dr. Ina Koning

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Biography

Ina Koning is an Associate Professor in Clinical Child Family Studies at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Her research primarily focuses on youth risk behavior in social contexts and the implications of substance addiction and behavioral addictions. She has made notable contributions to the understanding of parenting and its role in preventing adolescent substance use and managing problematic online behaviors. Currently, she serves as the Principal Investigator for the evaluation of a community-based intervention targeting substance use and mental health in the Netherlands. Ina emphasizes the importance of translating research findings into practical applications and has a strong history of disseminating knowledge to maximize its impact. Additionally, she is involved in various educational and health initiatives that aim to improve parenting practices and mental health outcomes.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-09-01 — Present

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam • Amsterdam, NL

Permanent position focusing on clinical child family studies and digital health.

Docent

2022-09-01 — Present

Rino Utrecht • Utrecht, NL

Teaching position at Rino Utrecht.

Bestuurder

2023-09-01 — Present

Edam-Volendam Vitaal • Edam-Volendam, NL

Management position in a health initiative.

Courses

Gezin, Opvoeding en Hulpverlening

Requirements for Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field 12 ECTS in Research Methods/Statistics 12 ECTS in Clinical Diagnosis/Assessment
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Official Transcripts
  • Motivation Letter
  • Proof of English Proficiency
Specialization Notes

Administered under the Department of Clinical Psychology for Master's in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology.