My research focuses around risk factors for depression specific to the LGBTQ+ community, and how their influence can be undertsood using minority stress theory. I am particularly interested in how minority stressors such as internalized homophobia and experiences of discrimination influnece depressive cognitions. My research is grounded in community involvement, incorperating LGBTQ+ advisory panels and co-creation at various stages. My PhD is funded by ESRC SEDarc.