Dr. Anna Sicilia

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Anna Chiara Sicilia is a Senior Teaching Fellow at the University of Southampton, specializing in Clinical Psychology. She is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience, particularly within the National Health Service (NHS), where she has worked with adults facing complex mental health challenges. Sicilia completed her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Lancaster University, collaborating with local researchers on various projects focused on risk-taking behaviors in bipolar disorder. She has specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and has a keen interest in trauma-informed and trauma-focused approaches. In her current role, she is committed to advancing equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in professional practices. Sicilia also maintains an independent clinical practice, with a particular focus on supporting the LGBTQI+ community and individuals in the performing arts. Additionally, she serves as a media psychologist, collaborating with the BBC and ITV on diverse productions.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Teaching Fellow

— Present

University of Southampton • Southampton, England

Leading initiatives on equality, diversity, and inclusion in the Doctorate of Clinical Psychology program.

Clinical Psychologist

— Present

NHS • England

Worked with adults experiencing complex mental health difficulties.

Independent Practitioner

— Present

Self-employed • England

Conducting clinical practice and consulting for media organizations.