Current research projects

Closes 20 October 2028

What is this study about?

Researchers at RMIT University are conducting a study examining the relationship between Type 1 diabetes, blood glucose (sugar) levels, dissociation, and mental health. People living with Type 1 diabetes commonly experience fluctuations in blood glucose, including hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose levels) and hyperglycaemia (high blood glucose levels). These fluctuations can influence brain functioning and may affect thoughts, perception, and emotional experiences.

Dissociation involves a sense of disconnection from oneself or the surrounding world and can affect consciousness, memory, and emotions. To the researchers’ knowledge, the relationship between blood glucose and dissociation has not yet been examined empirically.

This study aims to improve understanding of the relationship between blood glucose patterns and psychological wellbeing and may help inform future research and treatment approaches for individuals living with diabetes and mental health challenges.

Who can take part?

Eligible participants are aged 18–65 years, have a diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes, use a continuous glucose monitor, and can provide informed consent.

What does this study involve?

Participation involves completing an online survey that will take approximately 20 minutes.

To participate in the study go to the "Start the survey" link below or for further information please contact Jesse Gates, [email protected]

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Closes 23 February 2026

Seeking Participants! Undergraduate, GDP, GDPA & Honours Psych Students

You can shape the conversation about Lived Experience in psychology education. Share your perspective!

About you:
To take part, you need to:

• Be 18 years or older
• Be currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate psychology program in Australia, and
• Have completed at least one year of your psychology studies.

About the survey:
The survey is anonymous and completed online. It takes about 20-30 minutes to complete. Participation is completely voluntary, no right or wrong answers, we are simply interested in your perspectives. 

If you wish to withdraw your participation, you can do so at any time before submitting your answers.

To take part click on the "Start the survey" link below.

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For every participant who contributes their voice to the study, one native Australian seedling will be planted to support our environment and represent your contribution to the growth of psychology education.

Interested? 

Please share this post with anyone you think might also be interested in participating in this study.

This study is being conducted as part of the Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced) at Monash University and has ethical approval:
(MUHREC Project #49224).

If you would like more information please contact the Chief Investigator:
Dr Kim Johnston 
[email protected]

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Closes 31 December 2026

What is this project about?

This study aims to understand the attitudes of Australian psychologists and educational leaders towards the psychologist psychopharmacology authority (RxP), given there is a dearth of published 
literature on this topic.

Psychologists providing consultation on, or prescribing pharmacotherapies have yet to be trialled in Australia. This is despite RxP having been first trialled in the US over 30 years ago in the Defence department’s Psychopharmacology Demonstration Project (PDP) (Curtis et al., 2023), and is currently enacted in seven states (Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana, New Mexico, and Utah) (American Psychological Association, 2024). In the UK, a British Psychological Society (BPS) task force investigated whether that organisation should support and advocate for psychologist prescribing. The task force, which surveyed psychologists and the general public, recommended in 2020 that the BPS position should support psychologist prescribing (The British Psychological Society, 2020); however, this is yet to be implemented. Independent and unrestricted RxP has both proponents and critics existing within the discipline of psychology itself, in addition to external disciplines, most notably medicine. Advocates argue that RxP improves access to psychotropic medication (particularly in areas with few or no psychiatrists) and that prescribing psychologists integrate psychotherapy alongside medication interventions (Linda & McGrath, 2017). Medical opposition to increased psychologist scope centres around training requirements and the contention that a medical qualification is the foundation for safe prescribing (Caccavale, 2002). Within psychology, debate exists as to whether the act of prescribing medicines changes the core nature of practicing psychology and psychotherapy, pulling the profession closer to a medical model of working (Horton et al., 2024).

What does this project involve?

We will seek to recruit from a range of professional experience levels in Australia, including provisionally registered intern/student psychologists, generally registered (fully qualified) psychologists, and clinical psychology program directors and academic heads of schools in universities.

Participants will be asked to complete an online survey about their demographic and clinical background and attitudes towards various aspects of the RxP process. 

To participate click on the "Start the survey" link below or for further information see contacts below.

Contact Dr Daniel Sullivan ([email protected]) or Dr Mark Boschen ([email protected]).

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Closes 1 January 2028

Research suggests that perfectionism is a notable risk and maintenance factor in a variety of mental health struggles such as anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. It has also been found that obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD), which shares marked similarities with perfectionism, is the most common personality disorder and is also associated with negative outcomes such as burnout.

This study aims to better understand how obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) and perfectionism are handled and thought about in a clinical settings. It also will collect information on participants more general perspectives on perfectionism and OCPD.

Participation in this study involves a completely anonymous survey that will take approximately 10 minutes. There is also the option to complete a follow-up interview to share any more in-depth thoughts. 

This study is being completed as part of a PhD project.

To take part go to the "Start the survey" link below or for any further information please contact Chanse Mathers at [email protected].

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Closes 10 April 2026

You are invited to participate in a study examining relational factors in Shared Decision Making (SDM) in patient-clinician communication by completing a short, 15-minute survey.   

The results from this study aim to inform future research and educational and organisational interventions to enhance health clinicians’ support of clinician-patient communication and person-centred care. 

Eligibility
This study is open to Practising Psychologists and / or Provisional Psychologists and Practising Oncologists and / or Doctors in training (Oncology Trainees) registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA). 

Ethics Approval
This research has been approved by Macquarie University Human Research Ethics Committee HREC Reference No: 520251998365224 

Interested in Participating?
Please click the "Start the survey" link below. 
For more information, questions or concerns, please email Caroline Skipper at [email protected]

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Closes 30 September 2026

Are you currently completing a Master of Psychology and seeing clients as part of a practicum? 

My name is Kayla Grant from the School of Psychology & Counselling at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). I am completing an Honours research project that explores the associations between fear of self-compassion, neuroticism, burnout, and professional quality of life among Australian psychology trainees (students completing a Master of Psychology, such as a Master of Clinical Psychology or Master of Professional Psychology). 

I would like to invite students who are currently enrolled in a Master of Psychology program in Australia and who are currently seeing clients on practicum (internship - i.e., placement internal to university or externship - i.e., placement external to university) to complete a 10-15 minute online survey. 

To recognise your contribution, should you choose to participate, the research team is offering you the opportunity to enter a prize draw for a chance to win one of four $50 Woolworths vouchers. Please note that the opening date for entries is 24/11/2025, and the closing date for entries is 30/09/2026.  The Terms and Conditions of the prize draw can be located here.

Please note that this study has been approved by the QUT Human Research Ethics Committee (approval number 10248).

To participate or for further information, please go to the "Start the survey" link below. 

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me via email at [email protected]

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Closes 25 April 2026

Psychologists working in everyday clinical practice usually offer clients evidence-based treatment strategies that match the psychologist's understanding of the client’s problems. Although much importance is placed on treatment planning, very little is known about how psychologists reach such decisions.

We invite psychologists with five or more years of experiencing in administering cognitive-behaviour therapy to participate in this research project to validate a new instrument – the Treatment Options Measure (TOM). 

Participation involves completing an online survey that takes about 10 minutes to complete. Participants are asked to choose the intervention strategy that would be most effective in addressing hypothesised maintaining factors of the client's difficulties. It is hoped that TOM will be used in future research to evaluate treatment planning decisions.

To participate click on the "Start the survey" link below.

If you would like further information about the project, please contact:
Professor Sunil Bhar ([email protected]).

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Closes 30 April 2026

What is this study about?
Coaching helps address work and life challenges that may arise for individuals at some point in their lives. This study aims to survey individuals who have received coaching and those who have not. The study will explore the type of coaching that is provided to individuals, whether this is done at a personal or team level, and explore the tools, approaches, techniques, and models that coaches use when interacting with their clients. 

Who can participate?
Individuals are invited to participate if they:

• have or have not received coaching
• are employed for 2 days or more per week and
• are 18 years and older.

What is involved?
If you agree to participate, you will be asked to complete an online survey that will take approximately 30 to 40 minutes of your time. 

To participate or for further information click on the "Start the survey" link below.

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Closes 31 December 2026

We are inviting clinicians involved in the prescription or implementation of digital psychological interventions (e.g., mobile applications, online modules, virtual reality, AI chatbots) for people with chronic pain, to share their experiences as part of a research study.

We hope these findings will help us better understand how these treatments can be of value to clinicians and be effectively integrated into routine care.

Interested in taking part? Please complete the short screening questionnaire via the "Start the survey" link below, or feel free to contact me if you'd prefer to discuss it over the phone: [email protected] 

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Closes 31 December 2030

Seeking participants for a research study exploring power in the access and provision of mental health services. Mental health service users frequently report a need for greater authority over their treatment. However, to date, there has been little research on how power dynamics manifest in the clinician and service user therapeutic relationship. Through this research we hope to better understand how power dynamics operate in psychological services from the unique perspective of people who have experience of being both a mental health service provider and a mental health service user.

We are looking for participants who:
• Are an AHPRA registered psychologist (with or without an area of practice endorsement) 
• Are currently working directly with clients 
• Are willing to fill in an online survey taking up to 10 minutes and participate in a 30 to 60 minute interview at a time and place of your convenience 
• Are willing to be audio-recorded throughout your interview 
• Have previous and/or current experience accessing a mental health service in a voluntary and/or involuntary capacity. Access of a mental health service involves contact with one of the following services to address a mental health need: a) admitted patient care in hospital and/or other residential care, b) community mental health care services, c) consultations with specialist medical practitioners, general practitioners (GPs), psychologists, peer workers and/or other allied health practitioners.
• Identify racially as non-white

Participation would involve completing a survey about your experiences accessing mental health services and participation in an interview exploring your experiences and perspectives of power in the access and provision of mental health services. The survey is approximately 10 minutes in length and the interview will be 30 to 60 minutes. Participation in the study would take place online through Qualtrics and via video conference.

Participants in this study will receive a $50 prepaid debit card as a token of appreciation for your time and energy.

Contact Leanna Azoury ([email protected]) with any enquiries, which will remain confidential. 

This research project has been approved by the Swinburne University Human Research Ethics Committee.

Closes 8 March 2026

Do you find your child is watching television while playing on their iPad?
Or Using an iPad while completing their homework?
Do you worry that engaging with many digital devices impacts your child’s learning and focus?

This study aims to understand how factors, such as a child's level of self-control, can influence their use of digital devices and impact their ability to carry out school-based tasks.

By carrying out this study, we will attempt to identify what influences a child’s engagement with screens to better support their development and learning within their environment.

I am currently seeking participants in grades 3-6 in Sydney. 

For further information go to the "Start the survey" link below or contact Ella Tremaine (0430 044 705) or [email protected] or [email protected]

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Closes 17 September 2026

The University of Sydney is conducting a trial of a psychological treatment for co-occurring posttraumatic stress and substance use issues in adolescents and young adults aged 12-25 years.

• Eligible participants will be randomly allocated to receive therapy in person or via telehealth.
• Both methods of treatment delivery involve up to 16, one-on-one sessions with a psychologist.
• Sessions are once a week and take about 60-90 minutes and all sessions are provided free of charge.
• In person sessions are delivered at the University of Sydney in Darlington. Telehealth sessions are delivered via video conferencing using the participant’s device.
• Participants can continue seeing their regular health care providers while in the trial when indicated.
• All information provided will remain anonymous and confidential.

To be eligible, participants:

• Must be aged 12-25 years
• Had a lifetime exposure to at least one traumatic event
• Meet criteria for subthreshold or full PTSD
• Have used alcohol or other drugs in the past month and have a history of problematic use
• Be fluent in English
• Be able to travel to attend sessions in Sydney
• Have access to a device for video conferencing

To register click on "Register your Interest" below.

For further information or if you or someone you know is interested in participating, please contact us.

Call or text 0494 394 093 or email [email protected]

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Posted 28 May 2024; Closes 31 December 2026

This project aims to investigate the sociological dimensions of digital health data for sexuality and gender diverse people with complex health needs. It employs qualitative and co-design methods to engage with sexuality and gender diverse people, advocates, clinicians, decision-makers, and health data designers.

The project involves an interview and expects to generate much-needed knowledge about the participation of sexuality and gender diverse people in health data systems, with respect to trust, disclosure, stigma and prejudice.

Expected outcomes include insight for enhancing health data systems for sexuality and gender diverse people. This project should provide significant benefits for the promotion of inclusive, safe and useful health data systems. The research is funded by the Australian Research Council (DP230100245).

If you are interested in participating or wish to learn more about this study, please contact A/Prof Mark Davis at [email protected].

Posted 26 March 2024; Closes 15 February 2028

We are seeking participants with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) to participate in a study investigating the acceptability and feasibility of a stepped care cognitive-behavioural treatment.

The treatment involves two steps. In the first step participants complete an 8-week cognitive behaviour therapy workbook with email support from a psychologist.

Participants whose symptoms do not improve will progress onto the second step of the stepped care treatment. In the second step participants will receive 8 weekly cognitive behaviour therapy sessions with a psychologist delivered in real-time via a videoconferencing platform.  

To be eligible participants must be:

• Australian resident
• English speaking
• Aged 18 years or older
• Have regular access to the internet and a computer with a camera
• Meet criteria for obsessive-compulsive disorder.

The treatment is provided free of charge.

For more information, please contact the Chief Investigator of the study, Associate Professor Bethany Wootton via email: [email protected]

This study is approved by the University of Technology Sydney Health and Medical Research Ethics Committee. Approval Number: UTS HREC REF NO. ETH22-7391. Valid to: 15/02/2028

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Posted 20 February 2024; Closes 29 January 2029

Seeking clinicians working with middle-aged and older adults: Help us better understand the role of telehealth in cognitive assessment.

The study is being conducted by researchers at the Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health at Monash University.

If you are a clinician (psychologist, allied health worker, nurse, or medical specialist) who has experience in the use of telehealth with middle-aged to older adults and/or the provision of cognitive assessment with this demographic, we would love to hear from you.

Participation involves the completion of a short (10 minute) survey and it is hoped that the results of this study will help us to better understand the barriers and facilitators impacting the use of remote cognitive assessment with middle-aged and older adults.

For more information, including a full description of the project, or to participate in the survey, please click on the survey link below.

If you have any questions about this research project please contact us via email: [email protected].

This study has been approved by the Monash University Human Research Ethics Committee (MUHREC Project ID 41057).

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Posted 20 July 2023; Closes 28 March 2028

We are seeking participants to take part in a treatment study investigating the effectiveness of remote psychological treatment for Social Anxiety Disorder.

The treatment is delivered in real-time via an online videoconferencing platform.

To be eligible participants must be:

• Living in Australia
• Aged over 18
• English speaking
• Have regular access to the internet and a computer with a camera
• Have symptoms of social anxiety disorder.

The treatment is provided free of charge and involves 8 weekly sessions with a therapist.

If you would like more information, please contact the Chief Investigator of the study, Associate Professor Bethany Wootton at [email protected].

This study is approved by the University of Technology Sydney Health and Medical Research Ethics Committee. Approval Number: UTS HREC REF NO. ETH22-7803. Valid to: 28/03/2028.

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Posted 18 July; Closes 4 November 2026

This project aims to develop a comprehensive understanding of sexual harm in Australian nightlife venues. The project will investigate factors and correlates related to physical and verbal sexual harm victimisation in these venues. The study will examine the relationship between substance use and sexual harm, and also investigate the consequences of experiencing sexual harm within the nightlife context.

The current study will use an online survey design targeted at Australian nightlife patrons, venue workers and live music performers. The information gathered through this project will contribute to the limited knowledge of the area, particularly in relation to venue workers experience of sexual harm. Further, the findings from the proposed study will also likely be used to inform prevention and response strategies within Australian nightlife venues.

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Posted 6 July; Closes 23 June 2027

Study description

We are seeking participants to take part in a treatment study evaluating the effectiveness of a one-day cognitive behavioural treatment for anxiety disorders. The treatment is manualised and delivered individually and in person at the University of Technology Sydney. We are pleased to offer free access to this treatment for eligible participants.

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible participants must be:

• Australian resident
• Aged 18 or older
• Able to read and write English
• Meet criteria for an anxiety disorder

The treatment is provided free of charge and involves an 8 hour session with a therapist.

Participants will also be asked to complete some online questionnaires before the treatment, immediately after the treatment, and one- and three-months after the treatment. These questionnaires will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. Participants will also be required to complete a diagnostic assessment to ensure that they are suitable for the study. This diagnostic assessment may take 1-2 hours (however, some participants require more time than this).

Interested participants can read more about the study here: https://redcap.link/onedayCBT

If you would like more information, please contact the Chief Investigator of the study, Associate Professor Bethany Wootton at [email protected].

This study is approved by the University of Technology Sydney Health and Medical Research Ethics Committee. Approval Number: UTS HREC REF NO. ETH23-8102. Valid to: 23/06/2028

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Posted 30 November; Closes 12 March 2026

Seeking men (18+) to share their story about looking after their parent/s, whilst growing up. The following statements may apply to you:  

• One or both parents brought their problems to you.
• One or both parents relied on you for guidance, assistance and/or support.
• You were treated by your parents as a ‘spouse’ and/or ‘mate’. 
• Your parent/s expected you to take sides, or resolve their arguments.
• You organised the household; performing house duties and/or looking after siblings, in excess.

If any of the above statements describe your experiences and you are: a male who looked after either your mother and/or father; a female or male who looked after their father. You qualify to participate in an online interview. 

You will receive a $20 gift voucher for your participation. 

If you answer yes to one or more of the above, and you are interested in participating in an online interview please contact Melanie Thomas on [email protected]
 

Published 17 June 2020; Closes 16 July 2027

In attempting to address the problem of increasing mental health issues, session limits on counselling have been imposed by governments, agencies and insurance companies. There has been some research on the impact of session-limited therapy on the therapeutic process and client outcomes, however, no studies to date have focussed on the experiences of therapists working within such a model.

The aim of this study is to give voice to the subjective experiences of therapists providing session-limited therapy, for the purpose of gathering rich, meaningful data to inform future planning and research.

If you are a psychologist, counsellor or social worker, and have membership of a professional body, we would love to hear from you. You must have worked or currently work with clients in a session-limited model. If you decide to participate in this study, you will be asked to volunteer for an interview, which will take 60 minutes of your time. The interview will be conducted online, using Skype, Zoom, Microsoft teams or a similar application.

To participate in this survey, please click on the button below.

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If  you have any questions, please contact the researchers Sallyann Richards (email: [email protected]) or Charmonique Leber (email: [email protected]).

This study has been approved by Murdoch University’s Human Research Ethics Committee. If required, verification of approval can be obtained from Dr Hugo Gonzales on 08 9360 6442.