Projects
Exploring black womens' experience of accessing mental health services
Exploring black womens' experience of accessing mental health services - by Leanne Cumberbatch
Research Award Winner 2026
Exploring black womens' experience of accessing mental health services - by Leanne Cumberbatch
Group Experiential Themes
Exploring black womens' experience of accessing mental health services - by Leanne Cumberbatch
Key Takeaway
Exploring black womens' experience of accessing mental health services - by Leanne Cumberbatch
“We are taught to be strong,” explores Black Female University Students’ experiences of accessing university mental health support. Using IPA, the study examines how support is experienced and how culture, identity, and expectations of strength, shape help-seeking. The findings suggest that access alone is not enough; support also needs to be meaningful, consistent, relational, and culturally informed. I have a particular interest in working with the under-represented population who struggle with their mental health, and exploring how mental health interacts with intersectionality.
http://www.linkedin.com/in/leanne-cumberbatch
Type of employment sought
I am seeking roles within mental health, wellbeing, and psychological support, particularly supporting children, young people, students, and underrepresented communities. I am especially interested in PWP, CWP, EMHP, Trainee CBT Therapist, Assistant Psychologist, and mental health support roles.
Areas available to work
West Midlands Based
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