Monika Ferguson

Monika Ferguson is a Senior Lecturer in Mental Health at the University of South Australia (UniSA), affiliated with the Clinical & Health Sciences department. She specializes in suicide prevention, mental health interventions, and culturally competent research, particularly with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Her work emphasizes safety planning, trauma-informed care, and program evaluation in rural and occupational settings. She has published extensively on systematic reviews of suicide prevention strategies, qualitative research on consumer experiences, and training programs for healthcare professionals. Dr. Ferguson collaborates with organizations like the National Mental Health Commission and Suicide Prevention Australia, contributing to guidelines and policy development. Her research bridges clinical practice, community engagement, and systemic change, addressing disparities in mental health outcomes across diverse populations.