Judith Joseph

Dr. Judith Joseph is a Senior Research Enterprise Fellow at the University of Southampton's Centre for Clinical and Community Applications of Health Psychology. She holds a PhD in Human Factors, an MSc in Occupational Psychology, and a BSc in Psychology. Her work focuses on developing digital health interventions using the Person-Based Approach, emphasizing stakeholder co-production and mixed-methods to enhance accessibility and effectiveness. She co-leads the LifeGuide program, a £80M multidisciplinary initiative spanning Psychology, Electronics, and Medicine.

Her research explores digital interventions for self-management of health conditions, particularly in cancer survivorship and post-surgical preparation. Notable projects include the PRIMIT trial (hand hygiene to reduce respiratory infections) and the Virtual Knee School for knee replacement patients. Judith has contributed to over 10 peer-reviewed articles, examining behavior change mechanisms and digital intervention design efficacy. She previously taught research methods in Psychology and implemented school-based behavioral programs.

Awards: While no specific awards are listed, her leadership in high-impact projects like LifeGuide reflects recognition in her field. Grants: LifeGuide has secured funding from NIHR, UK research councils, and medical charities. Advising: No explicit student advisees are listed, but she collaborates with multidisciplinary teams. Labs/Teams: She works within the Centre for Clinical and Community Applications of Health Psychology and the LifeGuide research group.