Dr. Gemma Sicouri

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Gemma Sicouri is an Honorary Research Fellow and Clinical Psychologist specializing in anxiety-related disorders in children and adolescents. She completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at the University of Sydney in 2018 and began her fellowship at Macquarie University in 2019. Her research focuses on understanding and treating anxiety disorders among youth, with an emphasis on cognitive and familial risk factors that influence emotional health. Gemma supervises research students on topics related to youth mental health and cognitive biases affecting anxiety. Her teaching includes undergraduate courses in Statistical Research Methods, Developmental Psychology, and Abnormal Psychology. She actively engages with the community through workshops for clinicians and health workers, and she provides resources for parents and schools on youth emotional health. Gemma regularly reviews for journals such as the Journal of Abnormal Child Psychology and Clinical Psychological Science, contributing to a deeper understanding of youth mental health issues.

Research Interests

Experience

Honorary Research Fellow

2019-01-01 — Present

Macquarie University • Sydney, Australia

Research focused on understanding and treating anxiety-related disorders in children and adolescents.

Senior Research Associate

2021-04-20 — Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Engaged in research collaborations and projects related to youth mental health.

Awards

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AH Martin Prize

2011-01-01
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Australian Postgraduate Award

2013-01-01

Requirements for Macquarie University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:94
PTE
Listening
Required:58
Reading
Required:58
Writing
Required:58
Speaking
Required:58
Overall
Required:65
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognised institution Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level
Application Checklist
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience
Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).