Dr Susan Byrne is a clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience in research and clinical practice in the field of eating disorders.  Sue has a Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Medicine) from Oxford University and a PhD and Master of Psychology (Clinical) from the University of Western Australia (UWA).  She is currently a Senior Research Scientist and Senior Clinical Psychologist at the Western Australia Eating Disorders Outreach and Consultation Service (WAEDOCS); an Honorary Research Fellow and Professional Practice Fellow at UWA; and an Adjunct Clinical Professor at Curtin University.

Sue brings all of her experience and expertise to her private practice where she treats individuals with the full range of eating disorders, and co-occurring mental health conditions, using the most up-to-date evidence-informed treatments. 

Innovations in treatment and advancing access to treatment have been hallmarks of Sue’s achievements over the past 30 years and in 2023 she was awarded the Australia and New Zealand Academy of Eating Disorders Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of the significant, impactful and substantial contribution she has made to the eating disorder sector.  Sue’s international reputation as both a clinician and a researcher reflects her standing in the field and she continues to play a significant role in mentoring the next generation of eating disorder researchers and clinicians across Australia.