Dr. Amy Mickelberg

Instructor

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Biography

Amy Mickelberg is an Honorary Research Fellow and Casual Teaching staff at the University of Western Australia. She is a Clinical Psychologist and a Research Associate with a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology and a PhD from the same institution. Her clinical practice primarily focuses on pain psychology, perinatal mental health, and assisting individuals who navigate chronic and complex health conditions. Her research interests delve into how beliefs, narratives, and social contexts influence individuals' experiences of illness, identity, and care. Mickelberg is particularly engaged in investigating stigma and the impact of misinformation that affects social impressions and trust, which can foster polarization. Her work seeks to understand the psychological mechanisms that allow harmful narratives to persist and how these narratives can undermine communities and institutions. Amy has a background in strategic communications and media relations, having spent 15 years in state and local government roles. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Curtin University.

Research Interests

Experience

Honorary Research Fellow

— Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Research Associate

— Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.