Dr. Matteo Cella

Biography

Matteo Cella is a Professor of Clinical Psychology at King's College London, working as a Clinical Psychologist at South London Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. His research interests focus on psychological interventions for individuals with severe mental health conditions, particularly those experiencing cognitive and motivational difficulties that hinder their functioning. This focus extends to areas such as psychosis and early intervention in bipolar disorder, where he aims to systematically evaluate intervention effectiveness, assess moderators and mediators, and improve treatment personalization. Additionally, Matteo investigates the application of digital technologies, including wearables and virtual reality, to enhance the assessment and intervention processes for individuals with severe mental health conditions. His current work is centered on health service interventions to improve access to mental health care, incorporating the perspectives of individuals with lived experiences to strengthen mental health care evaluation and implementation. He teaches courses including the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at King's College London.

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