Since 2007, Simply Psychology has grown from a small educational website into one of the world’s most trusted resources for psychology students, educators, researchers, and the public.
Today, we reach more than 4 million monthly visitors worldwide, providing free access to high-quality, evidence-based psychology resources.
Our Story
Simply Psychology was originally created to support UK A-level psychology students who needed clear, engaging, and academically sound explanations of key theories and studies.
Over time, our audience expanded. Today, our articles support:
- High school and college students beginning their study of psychology
- Undergraduate and postgraduate students seeking deeper insights
- Educators and clinicians looking for clear teaching resources
- The general public interested in how psychology explains human thought and behavior
Our mission has remained the same: to make psychology engaging, understandable, and grounded in evidence.
What We Provide
- Extensive references to peer-reviewed research, journals, and authoritative sources so readers can explore topics in greater depth.
- Comprehensive coverage of key theories, perspectives, and research findings that have shaped the discipline of psychology.
- Evidence-based content written in an academic style but explained clearly for learners at all levels.
- Free and open access to all materials—no subscription fees, paywalls, or hidden costs.
Over the past 18 years, Simply Psychology has been linked to and trusted by thousands of institutions worldwide, including:
- Berkeley University of California
- Harvard University
- Cambridge University Press
- University of Toronto
- Christ’s College: University of Cambridge
- University College London
- London School of Economics
- University of Manchester
- The Guardian Newspaper
Our articles are regularly incorporated into psychology curricula and cited in research. According to Google Scholar, Simply Psychology has been referenced in academic publications over 25,000 times.
Why you should trust us
At Simply Psychology, we take trust seriously. Every article is created with a commitment to clarity, accuracy, and evidence.
Editorial Standards
- Accuracy first: All content is fact-checked against peer-reviewed journals, academic texts, and official health and government sources.
- Transparency: All claims are supported with clear references.
- Independence: We do not accept funding, sponsorship, or advertising that could compromise editorial integrity.
- Respect & inclusivity: Our writing is free from bias, discrimination, or harmful language.
- Rigorous review: Each article is reviewed and approved by an editor prior to publication.
- Ongoing updates: Our editorial team routinely evaluates existing articles to ensure they remain current and comprehensive.
Corrections
We welcome feedback and continually improve our content. If you spot an error or think something needs clarification, please email us at:
corrections@simplypsychology.org
Meet Our Team
Our team is made up of psychologists, therapists, mental health practitioners, and experienced writers who share a passion for making psychology accessible to everyone.
With academic and clinical backgrounds, and affiliations with leading universities such as Harvard, Yale, and Princeton, our contributors bring both scientific rigor and real-world insight.
This blend of expertise ensures our articles are accurate, evidence-based, and easy to understand for learners at all levels.
Saul McLeod, PhD
Editor-in-Chief
Founder of Simply Psychology, Saul is a qualified psychology teacher with over 18 years of experience in further and higher education. He has been published in peer-reviewed journals and oversees editorial quality across the site.
Olivia Guy-Evans, MSc
Associate Editor
Olivia has been writing and editing for Simply Psychology since 2020. With a background in healthcare supporting adults with mental health difficulties, she brings clinical insight to her editorial work.
Florence-Yeung, MSc
Clinical Editor
Florence is a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with NHS experience in primary mental health care. She is currently completing her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.
Sara Viezzer, MSc
Trainees Clinical Psychologist
Sara Viezzer is completing her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. As a trainee clinical psychologist, she works across specialist placements with diverse clinical groups and therapeutic orientations.
Karina Ascunce González
Neuroscience Editor
Karina Ascunce González graduated from Harvard University with a degree in Neuroscience and Global Health, and is currently a PhD student in Neuroscience at Yale University. Her research has been published in peer-reviewed journals, and she contributes to Simply Psychology’s neuroscience content.
Haddi Browne, MSc
Mental Health Writer
Haddi Browne is a freelance writer and proofreader with an MSc and over seven years of research experience. She has worked with a diverse range of clients, including young adults experiencing PTSD and depression, and specializes in accessible, evidence-based mental health writing.
Charlotte Ruhl, B.A. (Hons)
Harvard Psychology Graduate
Charlotte Ruhl graduated from Harvard College with a degree in Psychology and has over six years of research experience in clinical and social psychology. At Harvard’s Decision Science Lab, she conducted studies exploring human behavior and decision-making.
Eleanor Myers, B.A. (Hons)
Lab Manager at Duke University
Eleanor Myers, a psychology graduate of Princeton University, researched language development at the Princeton Baby Lab. She is currently Lab Manager of the Early Childhood Cognition Lab at Duke University, where she continues her work in developmental psychology.
Riley Hoffman, B.A. (Hons)
Lab Manager at Yale University
Riley Hoffman is the Lab Manager for the Emotion, Health, and Psychophysiology Lab at Yale University. A graduate of Harvard University with a degree in Psychology, she has also conducted research at Massachusetts General Hospital’s Center for Law, Brain, and Behavior.
Julia Simkus, M.A
Editor & Mental Health Writer
Julia Simkus earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Princeton University and holds a Master’s degree in Counselling for Mental Health and Wellness. Her research has been published in peer-reviewed journals.
Ioanna Stavraki, MSc
Well-being Practitioner
Ioanna Stavraki holds an MSc in Applied Neuropsychology. She leads NHS Berkshire’s Wellbeing Network Team and also teaches on the “Organisational Psychology” MSc course at the University of Malawi, bridging healthcare and academic practice.
Anna Drescher, MSc
Mental Health Writer
Anna Drescher is a freelance writer with a Master’s in Psychotherapy. Drawing on her experience as an NHS Assistant Clinical Psychologist and Recovery Officer, she specializes in CBT, meditation, and mental health writing that combines empathy with evidence-based practice.
What Our Readers Say
A fantastic, simple, easy-to-follow layout that has just helped me complete my second assignment for an Openings course at Open University. It has been over 20 years since I was at school, so I am struggling a little with all this.
Whilst there is plenty of information available on the web, I feel it is not as simplistic and basic to follow as yours… it’s too complex, and I get lost and feel more inadequate!
Sharon Owen, Undergraduate Student
Thank you for all the information you have provided on your site! I’m writing a college essay on Vygotsky and Piaget, and your website has given me the basic information I need in a well-written and easily understandable way.
It is rare to find a website that hits the nail on the head, as well as yours!
Oliver James Locke, Undergraduate Student
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The information presented on the services is not meant to convey medical advice or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
You must not rely solely on this information to make medical decisions, and you should always consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical advice. Simply Psychology is not responsible for any actions or inaction you may take based on the information presented on the services.
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