Les Todres

Professor Les Todres

  • Professor
  • Royal London House R108, Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, BH1 3LT
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Biography

Les Todres is a clinical psychologist and Emeritus Professor of Health Philosophy at the School of Health and Social Care, Bournemouth University. His previous occupational roles have included head of a student counselling service and director of a clinical psychology training programme. He has also worked within National Health Service Clinics and GP practices within the United Kingdom. He has published in the areas of health-related philosophy, phenomenological psychology, integrative psychotherapy and practice-related education in health and social care. In 2004 he co-founded the Centre for Qualitative Research at Bournemouth University. His career spans both academic and clinical contexts, reflecting his interest in pursuing knowledge and practice that is both academically and professionally integrated. He is author of the book, ‘Embodied Enquiry: Phenomenological Touchstones for Research, Psychotherapy and Spirituality (Palgrave)’ and co-author, with Kathleen Galvin, of the book: ‘Caring and Well-being: A Lifeworld Approach’ (Routledge)..