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Alex Lau-Zhu is a Clinical Psychologist and Research Tutor based in the UK, originally from Peru and China, which gives him a unique cross-cultural perspective that informs his research and clinical work. He is currently affiliated with the Department of Experimental Psychology at the University of Oxford, where he focuses on promoting youth mental health through innovative science. His current clinical interests include anxiety, trauma, and neurodiversity, using experimental and developmental methods to integrate various theoretical perspectives through a cognitive lens. His work often engages with complex trauma and the sexual harm experienced by young individuals within the Oxford Health Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services context. Lau-Zhu has a strong commitment to diversity in academia and clinical psychology careers, as well as significant clinical training, having completed various roles including Clinical Psychologist training and Postdoctoral Research Associate positions. He actively supports the advancement of mental health science and is currently accepting DPhil applications for the academic cycle.
Oxford Health NHS • Oxford
Research Tutor and Clinical Psychologist focusing on mental health diagnosis and therapy.
King’s College London • London
Conducted research in developmental psychology.
University of Oxford • Oxford
Training in evidence-based clinical psychology under BABCP accreditation.
Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.