Miss Holly McLellan
Contact
- Email: k1913485@kingston.ac.uk
- Location: Penrhyn Road
- Faculty: Faculty of Business and Social Sciences
- School: School of Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences
- Department: Department of Psychology
Research project: Restorative Justice in Forensic Mental Health Populations: What Works and Whom it Works for - A Dual Solution in Forensic Settings
Abstract
Despite restorative interventions already being in place in several U.K Forensic Mental Health Settings, the current research focusing on the effectiveness within this population is sparse. My research aims to shed light into this area with a focus on longevity of outcomes and whether individual characteristics and mental health needs may hinder the end result of restorative approaches. In addition, my research aims to establish whether restorative interventions could be effective within this population for healthcare professionals following an incident in the workplace.
- Research degree: PhD
- Title of project: Restorative Justice in Forensic Mental Health Populations: What Works and Whom it Works for - A Dual Solution in Forensic Settings
- Research supervisor: Dr James Tapp
- Other research supervisor: Dr Fiona Barlow-Brown
Biography
I completed a BSc in Psychology at the University of Hertfordshire in 2018. Following this, I spent a year travelling before returning to the U.K to complete my MSc in Forensic Psychology at Kingston University in 2021. I have a range of research interests and recently conducted a study throughout the pandemic. This research focused on the impact of COVID-19 in regards to coping mechanisms and mental health within the U.K. Since then I was awarded a scholarship with Kingston University to complete my PhD. My research focus is the implementation and policies surrounding restorative justice in forensic settings.
Areas of research interest
- Restorative Justice
- Forensic Psychology
- Emotional Disorders
- Risk Perception
- Quantitative Research Methods
Qualifications
- BSc in Psychology, University of Hertfordshire
- MSc in Forensic Psychology, Kingston University
Funding or awards received
- PhD Studentship, Kingston University