Jacqui McKechnie

I have a diverse background in healthcare, education, and psychology. Formerly a Registered Nurse and Midwife, I spent 15 years as a Lecturer in Nursing before becoming a Senior Lecturer in Psychology, a Chartered Psychologist (British Psychological Society) and Practitioner Health Psychologist (HCPC registered). I hold a PhD in Psychology, a Master’s degree in Education, Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and an Advanced Diploma in Child Development. I have current PVG certification. My recent work includes psychological assessment and on-set support for contributors in reality television and documentary productions, ensuring the wellbeing of vulnerable participants. I have worked with major broadcasters including ITV, BBC, SKY, and STV. Recent media psychology work includes: 2025 BBC Children in Need: Challenge Squad – currently interviewing and providing support for children participating in physically and emotionally challenging activities. 2025 STV Appeal – Psychological support for adult contributors during filming. 2025 STV Children’s Appeal – Interviewed and supported families and children featured in the programme. 2024 BBC Children in Need: Challenge Squad Supporting Artist Credits 2025 – Mint – Racegoer – BBC 2025 – Documentary: Spiritualist J. Lindsay – Mrs. Bryant – [Production Company TBD] 2024 – The Running Man – Slumside Resident / Market Goer – Paramount Pictures 2024 – Borges and Me – Cocklepicker – [Production Company TBD] 2019 – Starcache (Feature Film) – Geocacher – Artisani