Developing the psychological strength to adapt, overcome, and thrive under pressure.
Psychological resilience represents the capacity to adapt positively in the face of stress, adversity, and significant challenges. My research in this area has explored the core components that contribute to resilient functioning across different contexts.
Through collaborations with organisations ranging from emergency services to corporate teams, I've studied multi-faceted approaches to resilience that address cognitive flexibility, emotional regulation, meaning-making, and social connection. These approaches have been empirically examined in multiple contexts with promising results.
My current research interests in this field include examining the role of narrative identity in resilience processes and understanding culturally-specific resilience factors.
Psychological processes during high-stress situations.
The role of adaptable thinking in resilience.
How emotional management affects resilience outcomes.
The psychology of purpose and growth through challenge.
The impact of support networks on resilience.
Methods for evaluating psychological resilience.