I am a dual-registered Educational Psychologist (New Zealand and France) with 4+ years’ experience supporting people with learning and behaviour challenges across the neurodiversity spectrum. I specialise in evidence-based assessment and intervention, with strong skills in research synthesis, data analysis, and translating psychological research into clear written content for professionals and families. Based in Toulouse, France, I hold an EU passport and am fluent in English and Flemish, with conversational French.

Marie Vanden Broeke

I am a dual-registered Educational Psychologist (New Zealand and France) with 4+ years’ experience supporting people with learning and behaviour challenges across the neurodiversity spectrum. I specialise in evidence-based assessment and intervention, with strong skills in research synthesis, data analysis, and translating psychological research into clear written content for professionals and families. Based in Toulouse, France, I hold an EU passport and am fluent in English and Flemish, with conversational French.

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I am a dual-registered Educational Psychologist (New Zealand and France) with 4+ years’ experience supporting people with learning and behaviour challenges across the neurodiversity spectrum.

I specialise in evidence-based assessment and intervention, with strong skills in research synthesis, data analysis, and translating psychological research into clear written content for professionals and families.

Based in Toulouse, France, I hold an EU passport and am fluent in English and Flemish, with conversational French.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Psychologist & Behaviour Specialist at Private Practice, France
January 1, 2025 - Present
Support English-speaking families living in France with challenging behaviour; conduct biopsychosocial assessments and functional assessments; develop evidence-based safety and behaviour support plans and support their implementation in the home; design psycho-education resources and strategy implementation guides for parents; maintain accurate records and manage confidential information in compliance with regulatory and ethical guidelines; manage business operations including client intake, service agreements, invoicing, and marketing.
Executive Assistant at Psychiatry Practice, France
January 1, 2025 - Present
Manage client scheduling, onboarding, and correspondence; design, conduct, and analyse patient satisfaction surveys; provide advice on workflow improvements and task efficiency; provide project management support for initiatives such as a forthcoming book launch.
Behaviour Specialist at Explore Specialist Advice - Behaviour Support Service
January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2024
Supported parents of people with disabilities who engage in challenging behaviour; conducted intellectual disability diagnostic assessments, biopsychosocial and functional assessments; developed evidence-based safety and behaviour support plans, and supported their implementation in the home setting; collaborated with teachers, support workers, occupational therapists, and speech-language therapists; undertook extraprofessional training (e.g., anxiety, trauma-informed care, cognitive behaviour approaches).
Wellbeing Specialist at Explore Specialist Advice - Wellbeing Service
July 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Delivered individual and group-based interventions for children with social, emotional, and learning challenges; developed and facilitated class-based education sessions on wellbeing topics; applied therapeutic approaches such as person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and solution-focused therapy; collaborated with school staff, including senior management, SENCO, learning support coordinator, and Pasifika liaison; undertook extraprofessional training (Lego therapy, mindfulness, mana enhancement framework).
Intern Psychologist at Ministry of Education
February 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Completed 1500 hours of supervised practice in education and community settings; completed university assignments to a high standard (A-grade average); gained competence in conducting assessments, implementing interventions, and considering legal and ethical frameworks.
Advisor - Learning Support at Ministry of Education
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Designed, developed, and implemented new strategies and initiatives; provided advice to Ministers and management; developed a comprehensive national stocktake of neurodiversity tools and resources; established strong working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders; additional responsibilities included payments, conference planning, and minute taking.
Teacher Aide at Newlands College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Provided classroom support and assisted learning activities.
Research Assistant at Victoria University of Wellington
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Assisted with research projects, data collection and analysis.
Office Administrator at Capital Gymsports
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Administrative support for gym operations.
Teacher Aide at e – Newlands College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Assisted classroom teaching and student support, contributing to inclusive education and learning activities.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in Educational Psychology Practice at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Masters in Educational Psychology - Distinction at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Masters in Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience - First Class Honours at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Certificate in Personal Training at New Zealand Institute of Health and Fitness
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology at University of Canterbury, New Zealand
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Triple P Level 4 Standard Stepping Stones Accreditation at Triple P International
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Triple P Level 4 Standard Stepping Stones Accreditation at Triple P International
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Post Graduate Diploma in Educational Psychology Practice at Triple P International
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Masters in Educational Psychology - Distinction at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Masters in Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience - First Class Honours at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Certificate in Personal Training at NZ Institute of Health and Fitness
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology at University of Canterbury, New Zealand
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

Triple P Level 4 Standard Stepping Stones Accreditation
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Post Graduate Diploma in Educational Psychology Practice
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Masters in Educational Psychology - Distinction
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Masters in Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience - First Class Honours
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Certificate in Personal Training
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Triple P Level 4 Standard Stepping Stones Accreditation
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Triple P International Post Graduate Diploma in Educational Psychology Practice
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Certificate in Personal Training
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Government, Non-Profit Organization