Dr Leila May Nair
- Lecturer
- School of Psychology
Biography
Dr. Leila is a psychology educator and researcher with five years of experience in university teaching. She is a licensed and registered counsellor with a strong foundation in both academic and applied settings. Leila is experienced in research assistance and collaboration with NGOs, with a focus on mental health and community well-being. She is passionate about fostering inclusive learning environments and advancing psychological knowledge through teaching, research, and community partnerships.
Academic & Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts and Social Sciences (Psychology and Gender Studies), Monash University (2014)
- Honours Degree Bachelor of Arts and Social Sciences, Monash University (2015)
- Masters of Professional Counselling, Monash University (2018)
- Doctor of Philosophy, Monash University (2024)
Research Interests
- Counselling Psychology
- Psychological Interventions
- Community based research
Teaching Areas
- Counselling Psychology
- Positive Psychology
Courses Taught
- Positive Psychology
- Cross Cultural Psychology
- PSY3114 – Organisational Psychology
- Community Service for Planetary Health
Notable Publications
Nair, L. M., Schaefer, A., Ortega, A., & Ting, R. S. K. (2023, December). The Relationship Between Physical, Psychological, and Social Determinants of Health and Wellbeing: Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic. In Singapore Conference of Applied Psychology (pp. 75-98). Singapore: Springer Nature Singapore.
Professional Associations
- Registered and Licensed Counsellor, Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia (since 2018).