Mandy Matthewson

Dr. Mandy Matthewson is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Tasmania and a Senior Clinical Psychologist in private practice. She leads the Family and Interpersonal Relationship Research Lab, focusing on family violence, relational trauma, and child safety. Her work bridges clinical practice, legal systems, and social services to prioritize child wellbeing.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts (Honours), University of Tasmania (1998–2001)
• PhD in Clinical Psychology, University of Tasmania (2009)

Her research examines the long-term impacts of adverse childhood experiences, parental alienation, and trauma-informed interventions. She collaborates globally with professionals in psychology, law, and public health to address hidden family violence and improve clinical protocols.

Recent publications highlight trends in family violence (e.g., electronic monitoring of offenders), health psychology (e.g., endometriosis and PCOS), and clinical psychology (e.g., trauma, parental alienation). Key subfields include relational trauma, developmental psychology, and forensic psychology.

Scientific Awards: None listed.

Supervision & Grants: She supervises doctoral students in trauma recovery and family dynamics, with grants totaling over $200,000 for projects on pelvic pain, family violence monitoring, and worker compensation systems.

Labs & Collaborations: Leads the Family and Interpersonal Relationship Research Lab at UTAS, partnering with organizations like the Eeny Meeny Miney Mo Foundation and Tasmania Police.