My interdisciplinary research focuses on LGBTQ+ belonging and inclusion across the life course, with methodological expertise in narrative and autobiographical representation across different media and genres.

I have particular interests in intergenerational exchange; the study of male homosexuality across cultures (especially effeminacy and the figure of ‘the bottom’); and the mediation of sexual identities online and their impact on wellbeing and sense of belonging.

My doctoral work explored the concept of wisdom as a beneficial outcome of engaging with the arts, especially literature. I am now interested in how wisdom and sense of belonging might emerge through LGBTQ+ intergenerational dialogue and exchange, prompted by engagement with the arts.

I have also published on loneliness and belonging among students in higher education.

My research has been supported by funding from the AHRC, ESRC, and Wellcome.

I have taught across a range of English Studies, Education Studies, Academic Writing, and Health Sciences programmes. I currently supervise students on the DClinPsy and Professional Doctorate schemes.

I welcome prospective PhD students in any of my research or teaching interests. Please send me an email to discuss your ideas.