Vikki Quartermain

Vikki Quartermain is a Lecturer in Behavioural Health at Flinders University, affiliated with the College of Medicine and Public Health and the Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute. She holds qualifications including a Master’s in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), a Postgraduate Diploma in CBT, and a Diploma in Higher Education Nursing (Mental Health). Her clinical expertise spans roles in Assertive Outreach, inpatient acute units, primary care (Improving Access to Psychological Teams), and the Royal Flying Doctor Service.

As a Topic Coordinator and Lecturer, she teaches MHSC8044 Fundamental Counselling Skills and MHSC8019 Fundamentals of Clinical Practice. Her research focuses on CBT, rural and remote mental health, and clinical supervision, with publications exploring digital mental health platforms and the psychological experiences of new fathers. She has an h-index of 49 and 49 citations, with recent collaborations in Australia and global healthcare contexts.

She actively supervises students and clinicians, emphasizing evidence-based practices and healthcare innovation. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to mental health and well-being.