021: There's loads of things to learn and be excited about


Meet Claire Stephens • Wallabi Point, NSW

Bachelor of Science (BSc), Queen's University Belfast: Psychology

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Queen's University Belfast: Developmental Psychology

Doctorate of Clinical Psychology (DClin), Exeter University: Clinical Psychology

“You need to make sure everyone's heard, but actually, when you do that, I believe you can really affect change at a more broader level. And similarly to try and work within communities, which I think is really exciting for future psychologists. I think being able to embed themselves within communities means they have impact beyond just managing depressive symptoms.”

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“You need to make sure everyone's heard, but actually, when you do that, I believe you can really affect change at a more broader level. And similarly to try and work within communities, which I think is really exciting for future psychologists. I think being able to embed themselves within communities means they have impact beyond just managing depressive symptoms.”

Advice for anyone considering studying Psychology

“Go for it, what have you got to lose? Give it a go. If it's not for you, try something else. But, it's so endlessly fascinating. Even if you don't want to become a Clinical Psychologist, that's fine. There's still loads of things to learn, and be excited about just by studying it.”

Today we hear from Dr. Claire Stephens, Clinical Psychologist at Dundaloo Allied Health.

This is a 6 Degree Podcast.

Linden Rudge