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Prof Mark Hayward is an Honorary Professor in Psychology at the University of Sussex and holds roles in NHS mental health services, including Director of Research for Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and Lead for the Sussex Voices Clinic. His work integrates clinical practice, research, and teaching, focusing on voice hearing within relational frameworks. He has authored books such as Overcoming Distressing Voices and Psychological Approaches to Understanding and Treating Auditory Hallucinations.
Research interests include therapeutic approaches to voice-hearer relationships, mindfulness, and assertiveness training in clinical settings. He has published extensively on interventions for distressing voices, including Relating Therapy and Coping Strategy Enhancement, with studies evaluating feasibility, efficacy, and delivery modalities (e.g., remote vs. face-to-face).
His research spans diverse populations, including young people, those with anorexia nervosa, and caregivers. Key themes in his work address improving access to psychological therapies and reducing stigma. Over 160 publications since 2020 reflect his contributions to clinical innovation and mental health service design.
Grants and collaborations include the ECHOES study (school-based interventions) and GiVE3 trial (CBT accessibility). He advocates for patient-centered care and has developed workshops for parents of voice-hearing youth. No specific awards are listed, but his impactful work is evidenced through high citation counts in key papers.
