Stephanie Hanrahan

Associate Professor Stephanie Hanrahan at the University of Queensland's School of Psychology is a leading figure in Sport Psychology, with a focus on Mental Skills Training, Athletes with Disabilities, and Cross-Cultural Interventions. Her work bridges the gap between Applied Psychology and Community Development, particularly through programs like LifeMatters and cross-cultural coaching initiatives.

• Research Interests: Sport Psychology, Disability Inclusion, Positive Youth Development, Cross-Cultural Mental Health.
• Key Contributions: 15 recent articles on topics ranging from low-resource program evaluation to cultural education in dance, emphasizing mental skills and social anxiety reduction.

Her scholarly output highlights games-based interventions for disadvantaged youth, PMR techniques for dancer recovery, and coach education in Botswana. While no explicit awards are noted, her co-authored Biophysical Foundations of Human Movement (3rd ed.) and The Coaching Process (3rd ed.) underscore her academic leadership.

Professor Hanrahan's work integrates multicultural perspectives into therapeutic relationships, advocating for disability inclusion in sports and resilience-building in marginalized communities. Her research spans journal articles, book chapters, and international collaborations, reflecting a commitment to global health and social justice in sport psychology.