Stephen Heydt

clinical psychologist

Stephen Heydt is a retired clinical psychologist with four decades of experience in trauma recovery and disability. He has a deep understanding of the psychological impacts of trauma, particularly in relation to state violence and authoritarianism. Recently, he voiced his concerns about the aggressive police response to protests in Sydney, drawing parallels to his experiences in apartheid South Africa, and emphasizing the importance of protecting free speech and peaceful assembly in a democratic society.