Karen Mead

Karen Mead is an experienced clinical psychologist currently serving as an Associate Consultant Clinical Psychologist at Dorset Orthopaedic, where psychological support is provided for patients undergoing prosthetic rehabilitation. As the Director and Founder of PHOENIX PSYCHOLOGY LIMITED since September 2019, Karen has focused on supporting individuals and organizations facing trauma. Additional roles include Principal Clinical Psychologist for the NHS, where support is offered to frontline staff amid the Covid-19 pandemic, and Consultant Psychologist at Pace Rehabilitation Ltd, where a psychology service was established for patients with life-changing injuries. Previous leadership positions include National Head of Psychological Wellbeing for Help for Heroes, Clinical Consultant for Combat Stress, and Clinical Psychologist at Austin Health, contributing to various trauma services. Karen's academic background includes master's and bachelor's degrees in clinical psychology and extensive training in humanitarian action through the Australian Red Cross.