James Collison

James Collison is a Researcher in the Department of Psychology at Charles Sturt University, specializing in clinical and health psychology. He obtained a Master of Psychology (Clinical) from Western Sydney University in 2010. His research examines mental health disorders, psychometric validation, and social determinants of health, with emphasis on:

• Body Image & Eating Disorders: Body dysmorphic disorder, grazing behavior, and clinical assessment in high-risk groups (e.g., models).
• Developmental & Disability Psychology: Emotion regulation in autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability workforce dynamics, and adolescent mental health.
• Clinical Methodology: Psychometric tool development, thematic analysis, and telehealth efficacy.

His publications (2017–2025) show a strong focus on transdiagnostic mental health mechanisms, telehealth adaptations post-pandemic, and evidence-based clinical training. Awarded Discretionary Research Funding (2025) for a scoping review in psychological practice.