Andy McDonnell (UK)

Professor Andrew McDonnell holds a BSc, MSc, and PhD in Psychology. Currently, he serves as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and the Director of Studio III Clinical Services. In addition, he is the Director, clinical consultant, and Team Leader at Studio III Training. Prior to these roles, he worked as a Clinical Psychologist in the NHS, where he managed a service until 2002.

Furthermore, he is a Visiting Professor of Autism Studies at Birmingham City University. Professor McDonnell has a particular interest in the design of community settings tailored for individuals who present challenging behaviors. He has extensive experience of working with autistic people, people with learning disabilities, and those who self-injure.