Andy Powell

Andy Powell is a Lecturer in Psychology at Bournemouth University, affiliated with the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences. He joined the university in January 2017, initially working in the Clinical Research Unit before moving to the Department of Psychology in 2024.

• PhD in Psychology/Behaviour Change (2023)
• MSc in Sports Science (University of Portsmouth, 2013)
• PGCert in Psychological Therapies (University of Exeter, 2010)
• BSc (Hons) in Psychology (University of Bath, 2008)

His research focuses on mental health and wellbeing through physical activity interventions, particularly for older adults. He investigates mind-body connections, public health behavior change strategies, and pragmatic approaches to bridging evidence-practice gaps in intervention design.

Recent publications highlight his work on behavior change frameworks like the Behaviour Change Wheel, system factors affecting intervention engagement, and co-creative methodologies for public health applications. Articles emphasize practical implementation in aging populations.

He supervises postgraduate dissertations and teaches units including Advanced Qualitative Methods, Health Psychology, and Counselling Psychology.