Dr Jill McGarry is a Clinical Psychologist, sleep specialist, speaker and lifelong skier whose love of the mountains began when she first learned to ski at the age of seven. In her twenties, she spent a ski season in the Alps and skiing has remained a constant throughout her life ever since.
A passionate advocate for skiing as a lifelong family activity, Jill introduced both of her daughters to the sport from an early age and has returned to the slopes every year apart from the Covid interruption. Decades of skiing, from family holidays to alpine adventures, have given her a deep appreciation of the physical, mental and social benefits that mountain life can bring.
Alongside her love of skiing, Jill is nationally recognised as one of only a handful of clinical psychologists that specialise in sleep. She has completed the Oxford university master’s course in sleep alongside participating in Sleep Unlimited’s REST programme. Through one-to-one clinical work, workshops, keynote talks and professional training, she helps individuals, families and organisations understand the science of sleep and translates it into meaningful improvements in health, wellbeing and performance.
Known for her warm, engaging and down-to-earth style, Jill combines evidence-based expertise with real-world experience, making complex ideas accessible, practical and memorable. Whether on stage or on the slopes, she is passionate about helping people thrive and get the very best from life and adventure.