About The OP Practice
At The OP Practice, we believe that every person has a unique story.
Every day we encounter people who think differently, communicate differently, make decisions differently and respond differently to change. These differences enrich our workplaces, classrooms and communities, yet they are also one of the greatest sources of misunderstanding, conflict and untapped potential.
Our purpose is to help people better understand themselves and others.
Drawing on occupational psychology, behavioural science and evidence-informed practice, we explore the psychological factors that influence behaviour, enabling individuals and organisations to build stronger relationships, more effective teams and healthier workplace cultures.
Because when we understand what lies beneath behaviour, we create environments where people can truly thrive.
Our Philosophy
Behaviour is only the visible expression of a much deeper story.
It is shaped by our personality, beliefs, values, identity, confidence, self-concept, experiences, culture, relationships and the environments in which we live and work.
Understanding behaviour therefore requires us to look beyond what people do and become curious about why they do it.
This philosophy underpins everything we do.
Whether we are supporting a student preparing for employment, coaching a senior leader, developing high-performing teams or helping organisations navigate change, our focus remains the same:
Helping people understand themselves. Helping people understand others.
Meet Our Founder
The OP Practice was founded by Dr Michelle Hunter-Hill, Chartered Psychologist, researcher, executive coach, author and developer of the Personality Styles Indicator (PSI).
Michelle's work brings together occupational psychology, personality psychology, coaching and organisational development to help individuals and organisations better understand the psychological processes that influence behaviour.
Her doctoral research, What Lies Beneath Organisational Behaviour: The Role of Hidden and Unconscious Processes at Work, explored how hidden psychological processes shape behaviour within organisations. This research continues to inform her work with universities, businesses and leaders across a range of sectors.
Michelle is also the author of:
Exploring Personality Styles in Occupational and Business Settings
Developing Work and Business Ready Graduates: A Step-by-Step Guide
How We Help
We work with individuals, universities and organisations through:
Occupational psychology consultancy
Personality assessment and feedback
Executive and leadership coaching
Graduate employability and work-readiness programmes
Workshops on personality, behaviour and individual differences
Team development and organisational effectiveness
Leadership development
Keynote speaking
Research-informed organisational consultancy
Whether supporting students taking their first career steps or senior leaders navigating organisational change, our aim is the same:
To help people realise their potential through greater psychological understanding.
Our Values, Our DNA
These values are inspired by the Occupational Psychology Practice International vision of a world in which all people are valued, respected, and are supported to become more self-aware, and occupationally satisfied. For this reason, we are committed to put these values into practice.
Science – we provide valid, reliable, and evidence-informed solutions to our clients
Knowledge - we want to get to know our people (customers including) so we can share and apply what we know for the greater good. Knowledge is a powerful tool.
Professional – we believe in fairness and ethical business
Diverse and Inclusive – we value people, irrespective of individual and cultural differences
Faith & hope – we believe in brighter and better days. The future is always bright because we focus on opportunities
Growth – we all have the potential to learn, develop, and transform
Flexible - organisations and the people are capable of adapting effectively to changing demands
Wellbeing – we empower our people and clients to live a better life: emotionally, physically, financially, and social
Impact – we make a difference through creating long-lasting behavioural change
Hidden drivers - we recognise that behaviour can be influenced by intangible factors