Aaron, PhD, is a psychotherapist, speaker, consultant, and author of The Psychodynamics of Social Networking, which earned him international recognition as a leading expert on the psychology of social media and technology. With over 20 years of clinical and academic experience, he is a prominent voice in making psychology accessible and beneficial to individuals, businesses, and society.
Aaron is passionate about presenting psychological ideas in engaging and relatable ways. His work has been featured in major outlets like Wired Magazine, Newsweek, BBC Online, and The Guardian. He was also the longest-serving “agony uncle” on BBC Radio 1’s The Surgery, providing advice to younger audiences, and has contributed to various radio and television programs.
As an honorary senior lecturer at the University of Essex, Aaron is involved in academic research while running a private psychotherapy practice in London and offering consultancy services globally. He has authored two self-help books: Keep Your Cool, an illustrated children’s book, and The Little Book of Calm, a guide to managing anxiety and fear.
Aaron’s mission is to make psychology understandable and actionable. His talks provide practical insights and techniques that audiences can use to improve their lives and those around them.