My Professional Memberships and Qualifications
Chartered Psychologist
I am a Chartered Psychologist (CPsychol) with the British Psychological Society. The title of Chartered Psychologist is legally recognised and reflects only the highest standard of psychological knowledge and expertise. Click on the image to read more about chartered status with the BPS.
BPS Division of Sport and Exercise Psychology Member
I am a member of the British Psychological Society Division of Sport and Exercise Psychology (DSEP). Click on the image to read more about the division.
BASES SEPAR
I am currently completing supervised sport and exercise psychology practice through the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences SEPAR accreditation route. This means that I am working through a recognised training route to become fully accredited as a sport and exercise psychologist. Click on the image to read more about the BASES SEPAR accreditation route.
BASES Full Professional Member
I am a full professional member of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES). Click on the image to read more about BASES.
Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Since 2014, I have been a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). Achieving fellowship status demonstrates a personal commitment to professionalism in learning and teaching in higher education. Click on the image to read more about Fellowship with the Higher Education Academy.
Education
PhD in Sport and Exercise Psychology
In 2016, I completed my PhD Research in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Limerick, Ireland. My thesis was titled Attentional Focus during Endurance Activity. You can click on the image to access my thesis at the University of Limerick Institutional Repository.
MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology (with Distinction)
In 2017, I completed my second Master's degree, this time in Sport and Exercise Psychology (with Distinction) at Staffordshire University, UK.
MSc in Sport and Exercise (with Distinction)
In 2003, I completed my first postgraduate Master's degree in Sport and Exercise Science (with Distinction) at Ulster University.
BSc in Sport and Exercise Sciences (2:1 Hons)
In 1997, I completed my undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Sciences (2:1 Honours classification) at the University of Limerick, Ireland.
Employment
Lecturer and Researcher in Sport and Exercise Psychology
Since 2014, I have been employed as a lecturer and researcher in Sport and Exercise Psychology at Ulster University. My research focuses on the psychology of endurance activities such as running, cycling, and rowing. Click on the image to read my Ulster University staff profile page.
Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Science
Between 1997 and 2014, I was employed as a lecturer in Sport and Exercise Sciences at the Northern Regional College, Ireland.