Dr. Daniel Freeman

Biography

Daniel Freeman is a Professor of Clinical Psychology in the Department of Experimental Psychology at the University of Oxford. With a focus on improving the lives of individuals experiencing mental health conditions, he is the Chair of Psychology and leads the Oxford Cognitive Approaches to Psychosis (O-CAP) research group. His work primarily aims to develop, test, and implement innovative cognitive-behavioral interventions, particularly focusing on paranoia and persecutory delusions. Freeman has pioneered the use of virtual reality (VR) in the assessment and treatment of mental health issues, leading to the creation of automated treatments where virtual therapists guide patients through therapeutic programs. This approach has significantly increased access to effective psychological therapy. His notable projects include the 'gameChange' VR treatment for psychosis, utilized in mental health services across the UK and USA, and the 'Feeling Safe' program, aimed at addressing persecutory delusions. He has received various accolades for his contributions to clinical psychology, including the 2020 British Psychological Society Presidents' Award. Freeman's research has received support from key organizations such as the National Institute for Health Research, the UK Medical Research Council, and the Wellcome Trust. He has extensive academic training, including a PhD and a doctorate in clinical psychology from the Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London, and previously studied natural sciences at the University of Cambridge.

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