Summary
Vinayak Dev is a registered psychologist in Auckland with eight years' experience spanning clinical practice, corrections, primary care and defence services, and a strong research background in psycho-oncology, compassion and AI. He holds multiple postgraduate qualifications in health psychology and applied behaviour analysis and is currently pursuing a PhD in Health/Medical Psychology. Vinayak blends frontline clinical work with system-level thinking, having worked in both public health settings and digital mental health (Clearhead), reflecting a keen interest in health-tech innovation. His Navy Reserves role and past work in corrections show adaptability in high-stakes environments, while his research focus signals an aptitude for translating evidence into compassionate, tech-enabled care. Though his GitHub wryly proclaims "i like clicking buttons," his profile suggests a practitioner-researcher comfortable at the intersection of clinical care, research and digital tools.
8 years of coding experience
Cambridge Primary School
Ryan International School
Lynfield College
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Health/Medical Psychology, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Health/Medical Psychology at University of Auckland
English, Hindi, Punjabi