Fabio Zucchelli

Fabio Zucchelli is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol), affiliated with the College of Health, Science and Society. He specializes in appearance psychology, particularly focusing on individuals with visible differences such as alopecia, and integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into his research and teaching. His work addresses psychosocial challenges faced by affected populations and emphasizes mindfulness-based interventions.

Education:

• DPhil (PhD by Publication)
• MSc in Sport & Exercise Psychology
• BA in Psychology & Philosophy

Research interests include:

• Psychosocial impact of visible differences and alopecia
• Masculinities and health
• Mindfulness and contemplative practices
• Health professional training for appearance-related conditions

His recent publications highlight trends in:

• Evaluating ACT-based interventions for appearance-related distress
• Psychosocial effects of the UK lockdown on facially visible difference populations
• Health professional education strategies for supporting patients with appearance-altering conditions

Zucchelli co-supervises PhD candidates and leads modules such as the Psychology of Appearance and Embodiment. He collaborates with the Centre for Appearance Research (CAR), previously serving as a Senior Research Fellow there.