Joanna Gutral-Sutherland

Dr. Joanna Gutral-Sutherland is an Assistant Professor at SWPS University, affiliated with the Faculty of Design in Warsaw and the Department of Social Applications of New Technologies. She also contributes to the Centre for Climate Action and Social Transformations (4CAST).

Her research focuses on:

• Social expectations and psychological needs
• Personality trait development across the lifespan
• Climate change impact on well-being
• Mental health stigma and prevention
• Psychoeducation and cognitive-behavioral therapy
• Self-concept and temporal comparisons

Scientific recognitions include:

• Professor Zbigniew Pietrasiński Award (2016)
• Podcast of the Year 2022 for "Gutral Gada"
• Vivelo Top Creators 2024

She teaches statistics, psychological research methodology, and personal skills development at SWPS University, while providing individual cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy and coordinating UX specialization programs.