Chartered Psychologist, Researcher, and Educator

Dr. Saul McLeod is a Chartered Psychologist and a dedicated educator with over 18 years of experience in higher education.

As the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Simply Psychology, he has built one of the world’s most trusted open-access resources for psychology students and professionals, reaching millions of readers annually with evidence-based insights.

Academic Background & Research

Saul holds a PhD and a Master of Research (MRes) from The University of Manchester.

His academic work focuses heavily on Attachment Theory and Developmental Psychology, specifically investigating how attachment styles influence social support and relationship dynamics in romantic dyads and new parents.

His peer-reviewed research has been featured in leading academic publications, including the Journal of Clinical Psychology, the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, and the Journal of Prenatal & Perinatal Psychology & Health.

He is a specialist in Psychological Research Methodology, with expertise in systematic reviews and ambulatory methods like the Experience Sampling Method (ESM).

Innovation in Academic Research

Beyond his foundational work in psychology, Saul is currently exploring the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Academia.

His research involves developing custom AI agents and utilizing Large Language Models (LLMs) to optimize literature synthesis and streamline complex research workflows.

He maintains an active presence on GitHub (saulmcphd), where he shares resources related to AI-assisted research and academic “Claude Skills.”

Professional Affiliations

Saul is committed to the highest standards of professional practice and ethics. He holds Chartered Membership (CPsychol) with The British Psychological Society (BPS) and is a member of the American Psychological Association (APA).

He is listed in the official BPS Directory of Chartered Psychologists, specializing in Teaching and Psychological Research.