Dr. Alysia Robertson

Biography

Alysia Robertson is a postdoctoral fellow at the School of Medicine and Psychology at the Australian National University. She completed her PhD in Psychology and has an extensive background in conducting research at the intersection of social identity theory and health, known as the social cure approach. Her research interests also extend to identity leadership, where she examines how social identity influences leadership effectiveness. Alysia is passionate about applied health research and enjoys collaborating with industry and community partners. Her work spans various areas, including sport and exercise, psychotherapy, disability, alcohol and drug services, as well as suicide and self-harm prevention in primary care settings. Alysia has contributed to multiple research outputs and actively engages in interdisciplinary studies to deliver actionable insights in health contexts. She is committed to understanding the complexities of social identity and its impact on health outcomes, making notable contributions to her field.

Research Interests