Andrew Kemp

Professor Andrew Kemp is a Professor of Psychology and School Research Lead at Swansea University's School of Psychology (Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science). His work focuses on holistic wellbeing, developing transdisciplinary frameworks that bridge individual, collective, and planetary health. He is a key member of the Climate Action Research Institute and Biophilic Design Centre, collaborating with experts like Professor Tavi Murray and Associate Professor Federico Lopez-Terra.

Research interests include:

• Transdisciplinary wellbeing science
• Climate psychology and environmental ethics
• Neurorehabilitation for acquired brain injury
• Psychophysiological metrics (e.g., heart rate variability)
• Community-based interventions

His recent publications highlight nature-based interventions (ecotherapy, surf therapy), ACT/Guided Psychotherapy models, and social-environmental determinants of wellbeing. Awards include recognition of his 2023 positive psychology module as a case study in curriculum innovation. He welcomes postgraduate supervision opportunities and has secured major funding from Health and Care Research Wales for a randomized controlled trial in neurorehabilitation.

Scientific awards:

• Advance HE Compendium case study (2023)

Available for postgraduate supervision, with extensive collaborations across healthcare, education, and environmental sectors. Leads initiatives for a pan-Wales center of excellence in holistic neurorehabilitation and integration of wellbeing practices in tertiary education.