Vincent Brejard
About Vincent Brejard
Vincent Brejard is a Maître de Conférences HDR at Aix-Marseille Université, specializing in psychology with a focus on the psychological consequences of somatic conditions and the role of alexithymia in risk behaviors and addictions. He employs a dual epistemological approach and utilizes various research methodologies, drawing on his extensive academic background and clinical experience.
Current Role at Aix-Marseille University
Vincent Brejard holds the position of Maître de Conférences-HDR at Aix-Marseille Université since 2010. In this role, he contributes to the academic community in the field of psychology, focusing on both teaching and research. His work is based in the Aix-En-Provence region of France, where he engages with students and fellow researchers to advance the understanding of psychological principles.
Previous Experience at Université de Nantes
Before his current role, Vincent Brejard worked as Maître de Conférences at Université de Nantes from 2006 to 2010. During this four-year tenure, he was involved in teaching and research activities, contributing to the academic environment and supporting the development of students in the field of psychology.
Educational Background in Psychology
Vincent Brejard's educational journey in psychology includes multiple degrees from Aix-Marseille Université. He completed his Licence and then pursued a DEA, followed by a Doctorat in psychology from 2001 to 2005. Additionally, he earned a DESS in clinical psychology. His studies provided a strong foundation for his later research and clinical practice.
Research Focus and Methodologies
Brejard employs a dual epistemological approach that integrates cognitive-emotional and psychoanalytic perspectives in his research. He utilizes quantitative, qualitative, and clinical methodologies to explore various psychological topics. His research particularly examines the psychological consequences of somatic conditions and the role of alexithymia and emotional functioning alterations in risk behaviors and addictions.
Clinical Psychology Experience
Since 2000, Vincent Brejard has worked as a clinical psychologist in various institutions, including the Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Marseille, where he practiced from 2002 to 2005 in the Unité de Médecine Infantile. He has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults facing disabilities, somatic illnesses, or addictions, which informs his academic and research pursuits.