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Dr Rachel Turnbull
Programme Lead for Healthy Happy Places @AHSN_NENC. Urban Planning & Architecture degree. Doctor of Clinical Psychology.
Dr. Rachel Turnbull is the Programme Manager for the Healthy Happy Places initiative at Health Innovation North East and North Cumbria (HI NENC). She has a strong background in both clinical psychology and urban planning, holding a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a degree in Urban Planning and Architecture. With over 12 years of experience in project management and service improvement, Dr. Turnbull focuses on the intersection of mental health and the built environment.
Professional Background
- Role: Programme Manager for Healthy Happy Places
- Focus Areas: Mental health, urban design, and community wellbeing.
- Experience: More than 12 years in healthcare innovation, project management, and service improvement roles.
Healthy Happy Places Programme
Dr. Turnbull leads the Healthy Happy Places programme, which aims to explore how urban design can promote mental health and wellbeing. This initiative fosters collaboration among various sectors, including the NHS, public health, urban planning, and architecture. The programme seeks to create environments that support healthy living and community engagement in the North East and North Cumbria region.123
Interests
Her interests lie in understanding how urban environments can be designed to enhance community well-being and support thriving communities. This includes advocating for spaces that are not only functional but also enjoyable and supportive of mental health.12
