Dr. Viviana Wuthrich

Professor

Biography

Professor Viviana Wuthrich is a clinical psychologist and the Director of the Macquarie University Lifespan Health & Wellbeing Research Centre. Her research primarily focuses on understanding and treating mental disorders across the lifespan, with a specific interest in the psychological mechanisms underlying anxiety and depression. She has developed numerous psychological interventions for children, adolescents, and older adults that have been tested in randomized controlled trials. Her work seeks to translate evidence-based practices into both public and private mental health settings, particularly schools. She is a registered psychologist with AHPRA and has held significant roles such as the Deputy Head (Research) of the Department of Psychology at Macquarie University. With over 300 citations and extensive experience in various health research projects, her contributions significantly shape mental health care for older adults and youth. Wuthrich is also actively involved in student supervision and holds editorial responsibilities for notable psychological journals.

Research Interests

Experience

Director
2018-01-01 — Present

Macquarie University Lifespan Health & Wellbeing Research Centre • Sydney, Australia

Leading a research center focused on lifespan health and wellbeing.

Professor
2017-01-01 — Present

Department of Psychology • Macquarie University

Contributing to academic leadership and research in clinical psychology.

Awards

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NSW Young Tall Poppy
2016-01-01
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Australian Association for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Mid-Career Award
2024-01-01
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Australian Psychological Society Early Career Research Award
2014-01-01
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Ian M Campbell Memorial Prize
2023-01-01