Clinical Psychologist, Author & Founder
Dr. Lillian Nejad, PhD
Dr. Lillian Nejad is a clinical psychologist, author and founder of the mental health platform, 'Skills for Life' and the worry app, 'Contain Your Brain'. She has over 20 years of experience in various settings including public mental health, universities, organisations and private practice empowering individuals and groups with accessible, practical, and scientifically-backed skills and strategies that help improve their mental health and well-being at home and at work. In addition to her two books, she has recorded three albums of mindfulness and relaxation exercises, and hosts the podcast, 'Life Skills for Leaders'. Lillian is also an Australian Open superfan, sports photographer wannabe & a passionate supporter of the arts.
| Location: | Melbourne, Australia |
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| Credentials: | PhD Clinical Psychology (2001), B.A. Major Psychology, Magna Cum Laude (1993) |
| Expertise: | Mental Health, Psychology, Anxiety, Stress, Insomnia, Burnout |
| Alumni of: | Emory University, Atlanta GA & La Trobe University, Melbourne |
| Awards: | High Honours Emory University 1993 |
| As Featured In: | Break Point: Skills for Life from the Tennis Court - Skills for Life Why acceptance is key to helping manage social anxiety - Sydney Morning Herald Tired of Being Tired - Mindfood The You Project Craig Harper Podcast "You're not Special" - The You Project Broad Radio Podcast "How to Worry Less" - Broad Radio 4 Science-Backed Ways to Worry Less at Bedtime - Contain Your Brain Lillian Nejad Amazon Author Profile & Publications - Amazon |
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