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Biographical Details
Dr. Cassandra Sundaraja is a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist. Cassandra initially completed her Masters in Clinical Psychology, and then a Masters of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology (two-year fellowship programme) from the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) in India. Since qualifying as a clinical psychologist, Cassandra ran a private practice in India for several years, before relocating to Australia in 2018. She also had experience as a guest lecturer at Universities in India. She completed her PhD in Psychology from UNE in 2021. Cassandra is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS).
Cassandra is interested in supervising research topics relating to mental health, climate change and intimate partner relationships. More specifically, she is keen to supervise projects relating to eco-anxiety or eco-grief, biophilia (love and connection to the natural world), companion animals and mental health, as well as factors influencing healthy intimate partner relationships and intimate partner violence. Additionally, she is also interested in research on psychotherapy, adult attachment, and interpersonal neurobiology.
Approved to Supervise
- Approved PhD/HDR supervisor
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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An Exploratory Analysis of Minority Stress Experiences and Mental Ill-Health in Bisexual Adults
Abbott, R. L., Loi, N. M., Bartik, W., Larsen, S., Sundaraja, C. S. & Lykins, A. D., 22 Sept 2025, (E-pub ahead of print) In: The Journal of Sex Research. p. 1-16Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Australian Consumers’ Drivers and Barriers to Purchasing Local Food from Alternative Agri-Food Networks
Lykins, A. D., Larder, N., Sundaraja, C. & Newsome, L., 31 Mar 2025, In: Sustainability. 17, 7, p. 1-20 3093.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Beyond the beats: exploring the link between blood pressure fluctuations with anxiety, depression, and sleep
Lutchman, Y., Cosh, S. M., Cossey, F., Turnbull, D. A., Byrt, R., Sundaraja, C., Agarwal, R., Mahajan, R., Tzourio, C., Beltrame, J. F. & Tully, P. J., 31 Jul 2025, In: Frontiers in Psychiatry. 16, p. 1-18 1595979.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Birthing in the Age of Social Media: Exploring the Relationship Between Social Media Content and Fear of Childbirth and Obstetric Preferences
Koperu, G. A. & Sundaraja, C. S., 17 Dec 2025, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Women's Reproductive Health.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Narrative-Informed Group Therapy for Birth Trauma: A Practitioner's Treatment Guide for Telehealth Implementation
Sundaraja, C. S., 31 Dec 2025, Armidale, Australia: University of New England. 13 p.Research output: Book/Report › Report › Other › peer-review
Open Access
Projects
- 1 Finished
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Supporting Mothers in Regional NSW: Decreasing Impacts of Birth Trauma
Sundaraja, C. (UNE Lead Investigator), Cosh, S. (Co-Investigator), Farrell, H. (Co-Investigator), Lykins, A. (Co-Investigator), Tully, P. (Co-Investigator), Chaku, J. (Partner Investigator) & Kelly, M. (Partner Investigator)
1/07/24 → 30/06/25
Project: Grant