Assistant Professor Peta Stapleton

2015 Woman for Change Award Winner – Gold Coast

Assistant Professor Peta Stapleton is a registered Clinical and Health Psychologist and is Program Director of the Masters of Clinical Psychology program at Bond University (Queensland). Peta is a world leader and researcher in Emotional Freedom Techniques (called psychological acupuncture). In 2014 Peta was awarded the American Harvey Baker Research Award for meticulous research in energy psychology by the Association of Comprehensive Energy Psychology and also became a Gold Coast Business Events Ambassador for Gold Coast Tourism. In 2015 Peta received the Global Weight Management Congress Industry Professional Award of Excellence, and was named the Gold Coast Women in Business – Woman for Change Winner.

Name: Dr Peta Stapleton

Position: Assistant Professor + Program Director Clinical Masters of Psychology, Bond University

Your Role: Assistant Professor + Program Director Clinical Masters of Psychology (teach at Honours and Masters level, supervise students and run the whole masters program)

How have you enjoyed the awards journey?

The process of being nominated by colleagues and then participating in the interview process and attending the gala luncheon for the awards announcement has been a phenomenal journey! The support along the way from the whole team involved in the Gold Coast Women in Business Awards has been exceptional and to be recognised as a leader in my field was truly a dream come true.

Would you recommend others to nominate?

I would absolutely support all women on the Gold Coats to stand up and be counted with these awards! This is your opportunity to showcase how you are impacting your corner of the world, and let others know about it. Being recognised with an award is the icing on the cake, but just being part of the awards journey allows networks to be developed, recognition to occur, and new friendships to be formed.

Why do you think you were chosen as the winner?

I was truly surprised but extremely grateful to be recognised with my award – the Woman for Change award. I am passionate about researching psychological techniques that work quickly for weight issues and spreading the news about the positive impact of ‘psychological acupuncture’ (EFT). I believe my passion comes through when I talk about what I do and I strive to share my message to all who will listen.