I am Dr Derek McKenzie, a psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, and researcher whose work sits at the intersection of psychotherapy, culture, and public scholarship.
Alongside my clinical practice, I engage in writing, research, and public conversations exploring the psychological, cultural, and existential dimensions of human experience.
My work is grounded in the belief that personal struggles are rarely only personal. They are often shaped by wider histories, cultural narratives, and social realities that influence how people understand themselves and their place in the world.
Psychotherapy
In my clinical practice I work with individuals and couples exploring emotional difficulties, relationship challenges, life transitions, and questions of meaning.
My approach draws existential psychotherapy and Africana relational traditions, creating a reflective space where people can explore the deeper patterns shaping their lives.
Research and Writing
Alongside therapy, my work extends into research and public scholarship.My doctoral research explored the experience of Black British-born men navigating psychotherapy training within predominantly white institutional cultures.
Through the Afrolantica Series, I explore themes of psychology, culture, identity, and Africana existential thought through essays, blogs, talks, and public dialogue.
Public Talks and Academic Mentoring
In addition to clinical practice and research, I contribute to public conversations through talks and lectures exploring psychotherapy, culture, identity, and the wider social dimensions of psychological life.
I also offer mentoring sessions for master's and doctoral students would would like to discuss research ideas, theoretical frameworks, and the intellectual challenges of academic work.
Alongside my clinical practice, I engage in writing, research, and public conversations exploring the psychological, cultural, and existential dimensions of human experience.
My work is grounded in the belief that personal struggles are rarely only personal. They are often shaped by wider histories, cultural narratives, and social realities that influence how people understand themselves and their place in the world.
Psychotherapy
In my clinical practice I work with individuals and couples exploring emotional difficulties, relationship challenges, life transitions, and questions of meaning.
My approach draws existential psychotherapy and Africana relational traditions, creating a reflective space where people can explore the deeper patterns shaping their lives.
Research and Writing
Alongside therapy, my work extends into research and public scholarship.My doctoral research explored the experience of Black British-born men navigating psychotherapy training within predominantly white institutional cultures.
Through the Afrolantica Series, I explore themes of psychology, culture, identity, and Africana existential thought through essays, blogs, talks, and public dialogue.
Public Talks and Academic Mentoring
In addition to clinical practice and research, I contribute to public conversations through talks and lectures exploring psychotherapy, culture, identity, and the wider social dimensions of psychological life.
I also offer mentoring sessions for master's and doctoral students would would like to discuss research ideas, theoretical frameworks, and the intellectual challenges of academic work.
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