About

Educational Psychologist, Author and Podcast Host.

I am an HCPC registered Educational Psychologist with a range of experience working across education, mental health and system leadership across the UK.

I partner with schools, organisations and leaders to build environments where belonging, psychological safety and mental health are central to how the system works. My approach is evidence-based, trauma-informed and relational, combining clinical depth with practical, real-world application.

I am also the author of Reimagining Education, published by Routledge in 2025, and host of the ‘NottAlone’ Podcast, exploring a range of mental health topics with local guests and experts.

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Belonging & Inclusion

I specialise in understanding the neuroscience of belonging and helping schools create safe, inclusive communities where every child feels valued.

Trauma Informed Practice

I support schools in becoming trauma-informed, relational environments where attachment security is strengthened and all children can flourish.

Staff Wellbeing

I help leaders build psychologically safe work environments that validate staff wellbeing. Adults who feel supported can better support children.

When schools get belonging right, everything else follows.

Dr Maddi Popoola

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