Dr. Colette Hirsch

Biography

Colette Hirsch is a Professor of Cognitive Clinical Psychology at King’s College London and an Honorary Consultant Clinical Psychologist at South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. She has undergone extensive training in cognitive-experimental research and has focused her career on the development and application of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Her work in the UK's CBT services has made significant contributions to the field of clinical anxiety research, particularly through her fellowship at King's College. Professor Hirsch leads the Generalized Anxiety Disorder Service at the Centre for Anxiety Disorders and Trauma where she integrates her clinical work with translational research. Her research aims to uncover cognitive processes that maintain anxiety and emotional disorders, investigating mechanisms such as attentional control and bias. One of her key interests lies in the interaction between mental and physical health, especially in populations with chronic illnesses. Additionally, she explores digital interventions for anxiety and resilience, actively contributing to ongoing projects funded by distinguished institutes. Professor Hirsch also engages in public outreach, applying her expertise in psychology to various media, including theater, to raise awareness around mental health issues. In her teaching role, she supervises doctoral and undergraduate students, fostering a rigorous yet supportive research environment.

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