ABOUT

Dr Sarah Atayero is a British Nigerian clinical psychologist and a director of the BiPP Network - an organisation working to prioritise and advance the representation and experiences of Black people in psychiatry and psychology. At the BiPP Network, Sarah fosters collaborations with professionals, groups, and organisations to build connections in a field that can be challenging for Black prospective and registered psychologists and psychiatrists. Prior to this, Sarah worked across several NHS and private mental health services and later completed a professional Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Royal Holloway, University of London.

 

Committed to anti-racism and decolonisation, Sarah supports those facing psychological distress through her clinical practice, research, and writing. She consults, teaches, and upskills professionals to promote anti-racism and staff wellbeing. Combining her lived experience as a Black British woman with clinical and research expertise, Sarah creates engaging solutions for workplace racial equity and mental wellbeing. She drives innovative racial equity and mental health research, ensuring co-production with affected communities and practical application of findings. Dedicated to culturally sensitive clinical services, she advances the progression of global majority mental health professionals. Sarah's mission is to educate and empower academics, clinicians and organisations to champion anti-racism in psychology and the workplace.

 

From conferences to creative collaborations, Sarah is always looking for new opportunities to collaborate and learn. Explore Sarah's portfolio and please get in touch with any questions or enquiries.