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Paula Redpath is a Senior Lecturer in Behavioural Health within the College of Medicine and Public Health at Flinders University, where she serves as Topic Coordinator for Counselling postgraduate programs. A dual-qualified Psychotherapist and Clinical Social Worker, she brings over 15 years of experience in socioecological healthcare, interdisciplinary clinical supervision, and implementation of stepped care models to improve psychological therapy delivery.
Her educational background includes:
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons)
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Graduate Certificate in Health (Mental Health)
- Master of Mental Health Sciences
- PhD Candidate in 'Flourishing Neurodivergent Students – Promoting Well-Being and Thriving in Higher Education'
Dr. Redpath's research centers on mental health, neurodiversity, and workforce development, with emphasis on guided self-help, socioecological therapies, and equity in higher education. Her work investigates how to diversify health workforces and implement evidence-based psychological programs that enhance service accessibility and effectiveness for marginalized populations.
Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals dominant trends in neurodiversity inclusion strategies in universities, return-to-work interventions for mental health conditions, and digital mental health platforms. Her systematic reviews consistently address cultural adaptation of therapies for Australian contexts, while mixed-methods studies emphasize co-design with neurodivergent populations and healthcare professionals.
Her scientific recognition includes:
- CMPH - Gender, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Award (2023)
- Scholarship - Advanced Leadership Course (2015)
As a Clinical Supervisor and consultant, Dr. Redpath trains national and international organizations in evidence-based psychological practices. Her grant-funded work includes pilot studies on guided self-help for chronic pain and digital coaching platforms, with current projects focused on neurodivergent student well-being. She provides clinical supervision for mental health professionals and contributes to workforce development initiatives.
Dr. Redpath is a Full Member of the Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on public health initiatives, neurodiversity inclusion frameworks, and mental health service innovation. Her current PhD research directly informs her work with university student support systems.
