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Dr Kavya Raj

Dr Kavya Raj

Education Portfolio Lead

Scientist, educator, mental health advocate

Kavya is a Lecturer and the Director of Education at BehaviourWorks Australia, leading the development and delivery of behavioural science education and training for government, industry, not-for-profit organisations, and post-graduate students.

Kavya oversees the design and delivery of bespoke training programs, micro-credentials, and postgraduate education, equipping professionals with the skills to apply behavioural insights in complex policy and organisational contexts. She collaborates with stakeholders across government, corporate, and community sectors to build capacity in evidence-based behaviour change. With a strong foundation in psychology and behavioural science, she specialises in translating research into practical frameworks that drive real-world impact.

Kavya joined BehaviourWorks Australia in 2022, bringing expertise in behavioural addictions and cognitive psychology to address social and health challenges. She completed her PhD at Monash University’s BrainPark and the Addiction Impulsivity Research Laboratory, where she investigated the cognitive drivers, symptomatology, and treatment of problematic internet use. In collaboration with Headspace Inc., she pioneered a mindfulness-based intervention for problematic internet use, integrating behaviour change theory to enhance long-term engagement and retention.

Beyond research, Kavya is passionate about the role of behavioural science in improving mental and physical health. She has extensive experience in education design and delivery, having facilitated workshops, masterclasses, and lectures on psychology, addiction, and digital interventions in both professional and academic settings for close to 10 years.

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