Before starting the Educational Psychology doctorate training, Becky worked for over 20 years with children and young people in early years and primary schools.  She has worked in a specialist nursery for children with autism and as support teacher for a local authority providing teaching, advice and support for children with a wide range of additional needs. 

Since starting training to become an Educational Psychologist at the University of Manchester, Becky has had placement experience in a number of services in the North West working with children, families and schools from the Early Years to Secondary schools to support children’s learning and social relationships.

Becky has a number of interests and passions that she brings to her work. These include social justice, a strengths-based approach to problem-solving and being led children’s interests and their rights. She has a particular interest in neurodiversity.

Becky’s current research focuses on teenager’s mental health needs and how they can be supported in the community. It particularly looks at how targeted physical activity interventions can more effectively support young people.