Warren Bartik

Dr. Warren Bartik is an Associate Professor in Clinical Psychology at the University of New England, affiliated with the School of Psychology under the Faculty of Medicine and Health. He is a Fellow of the Clinical College of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and a Psychology Board Approved Supervisor, with a focus on translating research into real-world mental health interventions for rural and remote communities. His academic qualifications include a PhD from UNE, a Master of Clinical Psychology from Charles Sturt University (CSU), and a Bachelor's in Psychology with Honors from the University of Sydney.

• PhD (UNE)
• Masters of Clinical Psychology (CSU)
• Prioritize mental health service delivery for rural youth, climate change-related mental health, and digital mental health resources. His research includes first episode psychosis, suicide bereavement, and technology-driven mental healthcare. He has secured major grants, including a $5 million MRFF award (2024-2029) and a $996,269 NHMRC grant (2025-2039), for community-based mental health programs addressing bushfires, drought, and extreme weather events. His work emphasizes eco-anxiety, rural youth suicide prevention, and digital interventions for anxiety and depression, with recent articles analyzing telehealth feasibility, smartphone app efficacy, and maternal mental health during the pandemic.
• Scientific Awards:
  • Fellow of the Clinical College of the Australian Psychological Society (APS)

Warren's collaborations span institutions like Deakin University and Griffith University, with recent studies on eco-anxiety treatment programs (2024) and antenatal depression (2023). He actively recruits participants for research on parental suicide bereavement and birth-related PTSD, reflecting his commitment to vulnerable populations. His leadership in simulated learning for psychology placements and telehealth training during the pandemic highlights adaptability in clinical education.