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Kimberley Breevaart is an Associate Professor at the Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences, Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam, specializing in Work and Organisational Psychology. Her research focuses on psychological safety, leadership dynamics, and mental well-being in organizational contexts. She is the author of Bang voor de Baas, addressing destructive leadership and its consequences, and actively contributes to academic-practice collaborations such as masterclasses on leadership and workplace culture.
Her research interests revolve around understanding destructive leadership behaviors, barriers to addressing abusive supervision, and fostering psychologically safe work environments. She has pioneered the Barriers Model of Abusive Supervision, examining systemic and individual factors that trap employees in toxic leadership situations.
Key areas of her work include leadership styles, employee well-being, and the impact of leadership on organizational health. Her studies bridge academic insights with practical solutions for improving workplace mental health and leadership practices. She frequently engages with media and public discourse on topics like workplace harassment and leadership ethics.
Kimberley’s work spans academic publications, books, and applied initiatives, emphasizing actionable strategies for organizations to mitigate destructive leadership and promote supportive work cultures. She combines rigorous research methodologies with real-world applications, such as workshops and consulting for businesses aiming to enhance employee well-being and leadership effectiveness.
