About Dr Alice Boyes and Dr Alice Boyes Limited.
About me
You’ll see below that I have a bunch of degrees and professional successes. From a knowledge standpoint, I “know my stuff.”
If you’re coming to see a psychologist you’re probably feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and/or stuck.
At this particular moment in your life you might be doubting whether you even have the capacity and potential to have awesome life.
We’ll work on that!
My personal style is quite informal. I find that therapy works best if you can “spit out” whatever it is you want to say, and I can do the same.
Things tend to progress the best and fastest if you can tell me anything about you, your current life, and your past, that you would be worried that if you told someone else they might stop liking or respecting you. It’s highly unlikely I’ll judge you negatively, and very likely that even expressing anything you feel embarrassed or ashamed about will help you feel better and will help me figure out how best to help you solve your current problems.
Qualifications, Published Research, Therapy and Problem Solving, Speaking, Writing, Company Information, Privacy Policy, and Copyright.
Below is my professional information.
Qualifications
Ph.D. (Doctorate) in Psychology from the University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand. Full registration as a Clinical Psychologist with the New Zealand Psychologists’ Board.
Other Degrees: B.A., B.A. (1st class Honours), M.A. (Distinction), and Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology.
Research
In addition to being a clinician (psychologist/therapist), I’m also a researcher. Prior to starting my business in New Zealand, I worked as a Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Sussex in England.
Scientific research studies I’ve conducted with colleagues have been published in respected international journals. These studies were about intimate relationships (couples) and eating problems/dieting. My publications are listed below. Where my name is listed first indicates that I was the lead researcher on the study.
Boyes, A.D., & Fletcher, G.J.O. (2007). Meta-awareness of bias in intimate relationships. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 92, 286-306.
Boyes, A.D., Fletcher, G.J.O., & Latner, J.D. (2007). Male and Female Body Image and Dieting in the Context of Intimate Relationships. Journal of Family Psychology, 21, 764-768.
Fletcher, G.J.O., & Boyes, A.D. (2008). Is love blind? Reality and illusion in intimate relationships. In J. Forgas., & J. Fitness (Eds.), Relationships: Cognitive, Affective, and Motivational Processes. Psychology Press.
Fletcher, G.J.O., Simpson, J.A., & Boyes. A.D. (2006). Accuracy and bias in romantic relationships: An evolutionary and social psychological analysis. In M. Schaller, J. A. Simpson, & D. T. Kenrick (Eds.), Evolution and social psychology. New York: Sage.
Boyes, A.D. & Latner, J.D. (2009). Weight stigma in established romantic relationships. Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy. (Write up of main findings here)
Writing
I write a blog about Psychology, Happiness, and Relationships, and write for several magazines.
Therapy and Problem Solving
In my private practice, I offer problem solving consulting, and treatment for marriage and relationship problems, anxiety, depression, and eating disorders.
If you want to read more about what it’s like to work with me, it’s here – Seeing a Psychologist, Information for New Clients, and FAQ for more info.
The offices I use are in the Sydenham area of Christchurch.
Speaking
I’ve given talks about my research in the USA, UK, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand.
If you want to hire me to give a speech or run a workshop for your organization, you can Contact.
Company Information and Copyright
Dr Alice Boyes Limited is a New Zealand Registered Company.
All of the material included on this website is subject to copyright. Please link to the material rather than copying.
Advertising Information and Privacy Policy
You can read my privacy policy here. This page also includes information about the advertising included on this website.
Check My Registration
You can check my registration with the NZ Psychologists’ Board Online Register here.
