In 2001 I received my PhD in the Social Sciences from the University of Groningen (The Netherlands). My dissertation focused on social comparison processes and jealousy. Since then I have scientifically studied several social psychological issues and problems, in diverse contexts such as the classroom, intimate relationships, and organizations.
In addition to scientifically publishing these studies’ results, I actively engage in the valorization of the results obtained through these studies. I strongly believe that scientific knowledge and its applications should benefit all.
Social Psychology studies how people think and behave in their social surroundings, how they relate to others and themselves, and what influences their way of thinking and their behavior when alone, and with others.
When systematically applied, research findings and theory from the field of social psychology can provide insight into what and how human factors cause and sustain societal, organizational, educational, health and interpersonal problems, and shed light on how to prevent, solve or diminish these problems.
On request, I give lectures, training and workshops on social psychological topics.
I develop psychological tests for diverse purposes, audiences and organizations.
I provide individual and team coaching on the basis of the principles underlying ACT.
