Lorena Gonzalez Garcia

Lorena Gonzalez Garcia is a Lecturer in the Faculty of Psychology and Speech Therapy at the Universitat de València, Spain. She is affiliated with the Department of Social Psychology and actively contributes to two research groups: COEBIS (Communication, Emotions, Well-being and Occupational Health) and the Sport Psychology Research Group (UIPD).

Her research focuses on social and sport psychology, particularly examining emotional well-being, occupational health, and the application of Basic Psychological Needs Theory in youth sports contexts. Her doctoral work explored these themes within grassroots football players, highlighting motivational and psychological factors influencing performance and well-being.

While specific publications are not listed in the provided text, her research trajectory emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches linking psychology, sports, communication, and health. This suggests a strong orientation toward applied psychological research with practical implications in athletic and organizational settings.

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Advising and Grants:
She completed her PhD under the supervision of Dr. Isabel Balaguer Solá and Dr. María Luisa García Merita. Although no current advisees or funded projects are listed, her involvement in structured research groups indicates active mentorship and collaborative research engagement.

Labs and Teams:
Lorena is a member of two key research teams: COEBIS, which investigates communication, emotions, and well-being in occupational contexts, and UIPD, dedicated to advancing knowledge in sport psychology. These affiliations reflect her dual focus on psychological health and performance in both work and athletic environments.