Foundations of Health Psychology & the Mind-Body Connection

In this course, clinical psychologist Dr. Rachel Allen introduces the foundations of health psychology and the science of the mind-body connection, exploring how biological, psychological, and social factors dynamically interact to shape health outcomes. Through clinical examples and evidence-informed frameworks, she demonstrates how stress physiology, illness beliefs, behavioural patterns, and social context influence symptom experience and functioning. Clinicians will gain practical insights into how to conceptualise complex presentations, identify modifiable intervention targets, and support patients in building meaningful lives alongside chronic illness.