Dr nicole phillips phd (pty) ltd
Grounded in Neuroscience
Driven by Human Well-being
Translating complex neuroscience and implementation research into practical, ethical strategies for individuals, teams, and organisations.
Bridging the gap between the research and real-world impact
Navigating complex human systems, whether optimising personal research goals, leading a research project, or fostering innovation, requires more than intuition. It demands evidence-based insight.
As a neuroscientist, research practitioner, and mental health researcher, I help individuals and organisations navigate challenges through a "mental health first" lens. By combining rigorous scientific methodology with human-centered frameworks like design thinking, I provide actionable strategies that honour both psychological well-being and high performance.
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Core pillars of service
01. Consulting and faciliation
Strategic Research Oversight & Human-Centered Design
Collaborative partnership for organisations, academic institutions, and businesses. Offering research design, protocol development, ethical reviews, implementation science frameworks, and interactive design thinking workshops. Define your challenges and use evidence-based methodology to find the solutions.
02. Coaching
Science-Backed Personal & Professional Development
One-on-one research and dissertation coaching grounded in cognitive neuroscience and psychological well-being. Designed to help high achievers, researchers, and academic professionals manage stress, navigate research alternations, and build sustainable performance habits without burnout.
03. Courses and education
Evidence-Based Learning for Practical Application
Self-paced and coach-led live interactive courses translating brain science, research ethics, and mental health principles into clear, actionable skills for setting up your research journey pathway with clarity and success.
Why work
with me?
With a PhD in Neuroscience and extensive clinical research experience, I bridge high-level brain science and practical human strategy. Combining implementation science, design thinking, and a mental health first philosophy, I deliver evidence-based solutions that drive high performance while protecting well-being, integrity, and long-term sustainability.
Methodological rigour
Leveraging an extensive research background in neuropsychology, clinical psychiatry research, and implementation science.
Human-centric approach
Integrating design thinking methodologies to build solutions tailored specifically to the humans using them.
Mental health first
Bringing an ethical, protective lens to all projects, ensuring outcomes remain sustainable and psychologically safe for all.
Research is for everyone
You just need the right partner
Whether you're looking for personalised 1:1 coaching, expert consultancy for an upcoming research project, or engaging workshops or talks for your team, let's explore how we can work together.