After completing my Honours coursework in 2025, I am excited to undertake my thesis in the Forensic and Clinical Cognition Lab under the supervision of Dr Melanie Takarangi. I completed my Graduate Diploma in Psychology at Monash University in 2022, following earlier studies in Environmental Science and a career as a chef before transitioning into psychology.

My Honours project extends prior work on sensitive‑content warning screens. Although research shows that warnings alone do not reduce negative emotional reactions to distressing online material, adding emotion‑regulation instructions—such as cognitive reappraisal—has been shown to meaningfully decrease distress. My project will examine whether incorporating these instructions can also reduce intrusive memories and related responses after viewing sensitive content.

Alongside my studies, I work in mental health support, and enjoy pottery, hiking, and learning to surf.