About Dr Vikki

On a mission to increase global happiness, Vikki is a Doctor of clinical psychology, happiness & wellbeing consultant, positive psychologist, international speaker, author, adventurer, biocentrist and believer in change for good. 

Vikki qualified in 2011 with a Doctorate in Clinical and Community Psychology, following a Masters in Neuropsychology and a BSc in Psychology and Social Studies. She provided mental health interventions and education to patients and staff in a variety of NHS services for over a decade. Next, bridging the gap between operational and corporate worlds, she designed and led an international wellbeing programme for Virgin, informing leaders and executives with outstanding, sustainable results.  

In 2018, Vikki lived in the British Virgin Islands working with Sir Richard Branson and his staff. She set up a mental health service for survivors of hurricane Irma, working with the community and health professionals. She continues to support them remotely. 

In 2019, Vikki founded Positive Wellbeing, an organisational consultancy specialising in positive psychology and happiness. Working predominantly with leadership, her approach focuses on proactive and preventative strategies, combining culture and wellbeing to create lasting results by putting people first. Services include leadership programmes, consultation, workshops, talks, coaching and award winning retreats. Her client list includes leaders in education, health, the royal armed forces, aviation, hospitality, insurance, telecommunications, law, management, property, maritime security and others.

In 2024, Vikki began her global positive wellbeing charity project, offering free services to people in under-resourced areas. She supports several education and wildlife charities, embedding positive wellbeing skills. Her Travel with Purpose trips are life changing experiences that blend wellness activities and charity work, open to all. 

As Culture Lead for the Wellbeing Economy Alliance England, Vikki promotes positive leadership and a movement towards a healthier world, with a focus on people and planet.  

Her book Free Happiness: the art and science of positivity is used as a personal and leadership toolkit and is packed with practical, evidence based positive wellbeing tips. 

Connect on LinkedIn, Instagram and X @DrVikkiBarnes.  

Vikki is often found in her camper van, enjoying nature, the forest, sea or snow and doing what she can to create a happier world. 

“You have exactly one life in which to do everything you’ll ever do. Act accordingly.” - Colin Wright.