Simon Byrne

Dr. Simon Byrne is a Lecturer in Clinical Psychology at the School of Psychology, University of Queensland, where he has been employed since 2021. He is affiliated with the Centre for Health Outcomes, Innovation and Clinical Education (CHOICE) within the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences. Dr. Byrne is available for supervision of graduate students and holds expertise in clinical psychology, child and adolescent development, and applied psychology.

• Bachelor of Science, University of New South Wales
• Bachelor (Honours) of Science (Advanced), University of Sydney
• Masters (Coursework) in Clinical Psychology, Macquarie University
• Doctor of Philosophy in Child Anxiety, Macquarie University (2015)

Dr. Byrne's research primarily focuses on child anxiety disorders, with particular emphasis on exposure therapy as the most important treatment approach. His work examines how parents can support children in facing fears and overcoming anxiety challenges. He has developed significant expertise in unconventional uses of psychiatric drugs for mental disorders, treatments for anxiety, and child-focused therapeutic interventions. His research spans multiple domains including PTSD in military veterans, alcohol use disorders, and the application of mobile health technologies in mental health treatment.

Analysis of Dr. Byrne's recent publications reveals a strong trend toward integrating technology with traditional psychological treatments, particularly through mobile health applications for monitoring and managing mental health conditions. His work consistently bridges clinical practice with research, with substantial focus on evidence-based approaches for anxiety disorders in children and adolescents. He has made notable contributions to understanding parental roles in treatment efficacy and has expanded his research to include veteran mental health and substance use disorders.

Dr. Byrne is actively involved in clinical psychology training and supervision, with a focus on developing valid assessment methods and ethical practice. His work with the unWIRED Project demonstrates commitment to innovative approaches in youth mental health care delivery. He frequently presents at major conferences including the Society for Mental Health Research, World Congress of Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies, and Australian Association for Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.