About
Dr Dorothy Szinay (she/her)
My mission, my values, and my story are all deeply connected to the work I do. Below, I share more about my journey, the guiding principles behind my approach, and the qualifications that support my practice.
My Mission.
Bringing Expertise to Life. Leveraging my expertise as a Chartered Psychologist, Researcher, and Behavioural Scientist to create meaningful change.
Supporting Organizations. Implementing evidence-based strategies and fostering neurodivergent empowerment within teams and systems.
Empowering Individuals. Offering therapy, coaching and mentoring for neurodivergent individuals to help them succeed in all areas of their lives.
Commitment to Best Practices. Grounding every approach in the latest research and best practices to ensure impactful and ethical outcomes.
My Values.
Integrity. Committed to honesty and transparency in all collaborations.
Equality & Equity. Dedicated to building fair and respectful partnerships.
Compassion. Creating a safe and supportive environment for everyone involved.
Inclusivity & Advocacy. Actively supporting initiatives that promote diversity and acceptance, including LGBTQ+, trans, and pro-choice rights.
About Me.
Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to wear many hats: researcher, lecturer, consultant, and practitioner. Each role has taught me something unique about human behaviour and strengthened my passion for helping individuals and organizations grow and thrive through practical, evidence-based approaches.
More than 15 years ago, I started my journey working with autistic children and children with Down Syndrome, often with the help of my lovely Labrador, who joined me as a co-therapist. I’ve also had the privilege of leading support groups for LGBTQ+ communities, offering a safe and welcoming space for connection and understanding.
Later, I transitioned into research, focusing on patient-centred studies and finding ways to improve health outcomes while addressing inequalities. My work in public health and implementation science gave me a chance to turn theory into action by helping to develop services and digital health tools that make a real difference in people’s lives.
Alongside my research, I’ve taught university courses in research methods for medical and psychology students, given lectures in health psychology, and supervised master’s and PhD students. Mentoring and supporting future professionals has been one of the most fulfilling parts of my work.
As someone with ADHD and likely on the spectrum, I know firsthand what it’s like to navigate the world as a neurodivergent individual. This personal experience fuels my passion for supporting others, whether through therapy, coaching, or mentoring.
I currently split my time between consulting on behavioural science and public health projects and working as a practitioner psychologist, coach, and mentor. The variety of my work fits perfectly with how my neurodivergent brain operates!
My goal is to create a compassionate and collaborative environment in which individuals and organizations can achieve their goals, whether that’s personal growth, professional success, or impactful change in the world.
Education and Credentials
Professional Doctoral-Level Qualification in Health Psychology - British Psychological Society
PhD Health Psychology and Behavioural Science - University of East Anglia
MSc Health Psychology - University College London
BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology - Babes – Bolyai University
Certified Neurodiverity Coach and Mentor - ADHD Foundation
Continuous Professional Development through various institutions in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing
Affiliations and Accreditations
Registered Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) - in progress
Chartered Psychologist at the British Psychological Society (BPS)
Full member of the British Psychological Society’s Division of Health Psychology
Full member of the British Psychological Society’s Division of Academics, Researchers and Teachers in Psychology
Full member of the European Health Psychology Society
Associate member of Universal Coaching Alliance
Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Research and Thought Leadership
While my primary focus is on providing tailored therapy, coaching, and consultancy, I also continue to contribute to advancing the field through research.
I have authored several peer-reviewed articles on health psychology and behaviour change, particularly in digital health interventions. I have presented at international conferences, including the European Health Psychology Society, sharing insights on supporting neurodivergent individuals and driving public health outcomes.
For a comprehensive list of my publications and presentations, click here.