Heather Gretton

Dr. Heather Gretton serves as the Director of Psychology Research at Burman University, focusing on bridging clinical practice and research. She holds a PhD from the University of British Columbia (1998) and maintains registration as a psychologist in British Columbia. Her work emphasizes forensic psychology, youth mental health, and psychotherapy outcomes.

Dr. Gretton collaborates internationally through the Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) Institute’s research network, studying therapeutic efficacy across multiple countries. Her research integrates community-based programs with academic rigor, particularly examining treatment outcomes for youth in forensic contexts.

• Key Research Focus: AEDP effectiveness, forensic mental health, transdiagnostic approaches
• Collaborations: Practice research networks spanning Canada, US, Israel, Japan, Sweden
• Scale Development: Co-developed the Moments of Flourishing Experiences Scale

Her publications span 35 years, addressing topics from juvenile justice system interventions to neurobiological studies. No formal grant or award information is provided in the text.