About

Dr. John Burns is a highly respected clinical psychologist, author, and researcher with over 20 years of professional experience. He holds qualifications in clinical psychology from Macquarie University and social work from the University of New South Wales. Throughout his career, John has worked in diverse roles, including at The Children’s Hospital in Sydney, a leading children’s substitute care agency, and as a school psychologist.

John earned his PhD from Macquarie University in Sydney, where he continues to serve as an Adjunct Fellow. His doctoral research—and his ongoing passion—focuses on helping schools improve their ability to identify and support students with mental health concerns.

He is an endorsed clinical psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and an AHPRA-approved supervisor.