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Adrian Leddy is a Clinical Associate Professor in Clinical Psychology at the Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia (UEA), where he contributes to the Clinical Psychology Doctorate (ClinPsyD) programme. He maintains a dual professional role, splitting his time between UEA and the National Health Service (NHS), where he works as a Clinical Psychologist in the mental health liaison service at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital.
- University: University of East Anglia
- School: Norwich Medical School
- Department: Clinical Psychology Doctorate Programme
- Academic Rank: Clinical Associate Professor
Adrian Leddy's educational background includes a BSc (Hons) in Psychology from the University of Westminster (1998), a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from UEA (2008), an MSc in Clinical Neuropsychology from the University of Nottingham (2012), a PGdip in Cognitive Analytic Therapy from Sheffield Hallam University (2013), and an MA in Higher Education Practice from UEA (2021).
His research and teaching interests focus on Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), clinical neuropsychology (especially dementia), psychological therapies for older adults, suicidality, and mental health in physical healthcare settings. He emphasizes psychological assessment, formulation, and working with complex clinical presentations. His recent publications reflect a strong commitment to improving mental health services for older adults and refining clinical training practices.
The most recent research articles highlight trends in posttraumatic growth among older adults, the limitations of hybrid teaching in clinical training, suicide risk assessment accuracy, the use of reformulation letters in CAT, and ethical dilemmas in diagnosing borderline personality disorder in youth. These works demonstrate a blend of clinical insight, educational innovation, and service evaluation, primarily within geriatric and liaison mental health contexts.
There are no scientific awards listed in the available text.
Adrian Leddy plays a key role in the ClinPsyD programme, overseeing student selection, clinical placements, and the development of clinical competencies. He mentors trainee clinical psychologists and integrates his NHS experience into academic training. There is no mention of specific research grants, but his collaborative research and service evaluations suggest active engagement in funded or service-based projects. His work bridges academia and clinical practice, ensuring relevance and impact in both domains.
He is actively involved in clinical and academic teams, particularly within the mental health liaison service and the ClinPsyD programme. His work with Cognitive Analytic Therapy includes roles as a practitioner, supervisor, and ACAT moderator, indicating leadership in this therapeutic approach. He collaborates with multidisciplinary teams in hospital and academic settings to improve mental health service delivery.
