Andrea Giraldez-Hayes

Andrea Giraldez-Hayes is a chartered psychologist and Senior Lecturer at the University of East London's School of Psychology. She serves as Director of the MSc in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology and the Wellbeing and Psychological Services Centre. Additionally, she is the course director for the MSt in Coaching at the University of Cambridge.

• Editor of Applied Positive School Psychology (2022) and Arts-Based Coaching (2024)
• Associate Editor for Coaching: An International Journal of Theory, Research and Practice

Research interests center on integrating positive psychology and coaching psychology with creative practices, particularly arts-based interventions for enhancing wellbeing in educational settings. Her work bridges positive psychology, coaching techniques, and therapeutic art to foster personal growth and mental health in schools.

Recent publications highlight arts-based coaching (e.g., music, photography, film) as tools for self-expression and emotional development. Key themes include wellbeing pedagogy, creative therapies, and strengths-based education.

She collaborates with experts in mental health, positive education, and creative arts, contributing to frameworks that translate research into practical applications for educators and coaches.