Robbie Busch

Dr. Robbie Busch is a Senior Lecturer, Program Coordinator, and Discipline Group Lead of Behavioural Science at the University of Notre Dame Australia’s School of Arts and Sciences (Fremantle Campus). He holds degrees from institutions including the University of Canterbury, Open Polytechnic of New Zealand, and Massey University, culminating in a PhD in Psychology. His research focuses on social justice, critiques of power relations, wellbeing, environments, media, and masculinity, with a commitment to international collaborations and textual analyses.

Education Background:

• BA(Hons), MA(Geog) from the University of Canterbury
• BAppSc(Psych), DipAppMH OPNZ from Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
• BSc(Hons)(Psych), PGCertSc(Psych), PhD from Massey University

Research Interests: Robbie’s work explores the intersections of power dynamics, therapeutic practices (e.g., narrative therapy), community-focused initiatives, and media analysis. He critiques traditional psychotherapy frameworks and emphasizes socially just methodologies. His past projects include establishing a rural radio station and evaluating anti-violence networks in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Professional Contributions: Prior roles include Curriculum Development Facilitator, Senior Tutor, and Research Assistant at Massey University. He co-founded a doctoral symposium and peer-review program to support early-career researchers. His current initiatives include fostering interdisciplinary dialogues on wellbeing and media through international partnerships.

Labs/Teams: He established a radio station in Geraldine, New Zealand, and led a community-focused anti-violence initiative network. His academic leadership includes coordinating the Master of Counselling program and guiding the Behavioural Science discipline group.