Dr. Ekaterina Yurtaeva | Psychology | Best Researcher Award
York St John University | United Kingdom
Dr. Ekaterina Yurtaeva, an HCPC-registered Counselling Psychologist, is a distinguished researcher and practitioner in psychology, specializing in trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and integrative therapeutic approaches. She earned her Doctorate in Counselling Psychology from York St John University , with a dissertation focused on intercultural love and romantic relationships under the supervision of Prof. Divine Charura and Dr. Natalie Smith. She also holds an MSc in Early Childhood Research with First Class Honors from Leipzig Research Center for Early Child Development, Germany, where her research examined neural correlates of attachment in adolescents, and a BSc (Hons) in Applied Psychology with Clinical Psychology from the University of Kent, UK. Professionally, Dr. Yurtaeva serves as a Counselling Psychologist at the Nightingale Hospital, London, and the Humber and North Yorkshire Resilience Hub, providing evidence-based interventions for adults presenting with trauma, work-related stress, anxiety, depression, and chronic health conditions. Her clinical experience includes leadership in reflective practice sessions, CPD training, and the delivery of both individual and group psychotherapy, demonstrating advanced application of CBT, DBT, ACT, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and person-centered modalities. Dr. Yurtaeva’s research interests encompass culturally sensitive psychological interventions, trauma stabilization, and cross-cultural mental health practices. She has contributed to projects on autism, severe mental illness, and simulation-based training, and her work has been published in reputable journals, including the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships. Her skills in statistical analysis (SPSS, R), research design, and cross-cultural competencies complement her clinical expertise. Recognized for her excellence in research and clinical practice, she has received accolades including the Best Researcher Award. Dr. Yurtaeva’s leadership, interdisciplinary knowledge, and commitment to evidence-based, culturally responsive practice establish her as a global leader in counselling psychology, with strong potential to advance international collaborations, Q1 publications, and mentorship initiatives that elevate research and practice standards in mental health globally.
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Featured Publications
Yurtaeva, E., & Groves, E. (2025). Improving outcomes for traumatised health and social care staff through the implementation of a trauma pathway within an NHS staff support service: A case study. Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice.
Yurtaeva, E., & Charura, D. (2025). Intercultural romantic relationships: How is the love? The Family Journal. Advance online publication.
Yurtaeva, E., & Charura, D. (2024). Comprehensive scoping review of research on intercultural love and romantic relationships. Journal of Social and Personal Relationships.