Team · Co-Founder
Dr Iain Lightfoot
Co-Founder & Investigator, Paranormal Hunters UK
Therapist and former Royal Navy Engineer Officer. Bringing psychological expertise, analytical precision and real-world discipline to every investigation.
Therapist
Clinical background
Royal Navy
Former Engineer Officer
Co-Founder
Paranormal Hunters UK
About Iain
A grounded, therapeutic presence in paranormal investigation.
Clinical background meets the unexplained
Dr Iain Lightfoot is a highly skilled therapist and former Royal Navy Engineer Officer. He brings a unique blend of psychological expertise, analytical precision, and real-world discipline to paranormal investigation.
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As co-founder of Paranormal Hunters UK, Iain combines his clinical background with a long-standing passion for the unexplained.
Specialist in emotional support
He specialises in supporting individuals who have been emotionally affected or traumatised by paranormal experiences. His grounded, therapeutic approach helps clients process intense encounters, reduce fear and confusion, and regain stability and clarity.
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Whether dealing with lingering hauntings, unsettling phenomena, or the psychological impact of the unknown, Iain provides a calm, reassuring presence.
Expertise & Approach
What Iain brings to every case.
Therapeutic support
Helps clients process intense encounters and the emotional impact of the unknown.
Trauma-informed
Specialises in supporting those emotionally affected or traumatised by experiences.
Psychological insight
Clinical background that prioritises wellbeing alongside the search for answers.
Evidence & wellbeing
Balances the pursuit of truth with care for the people involved.
Analytical precision
Engineer Officer discipline applied to structured, evidence-led investigation.
Calm presence
A steady, reassuring approach that reduces fear and helps people feel safe.
How Iain works with clients
Support that prioritises both clarity and emotional safety.
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Listen without judgement
Creates a safe space for people to share unsettling experiences without fear of disbelief.
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Process & stabilise
Helps reduce fear and confusion so clients can regain a sense of stability and control.
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Find meaning & peace
Guides people toward understanding and peace, whether or not activity is confirmed.
Together with Barry Depp
Dr Lightfoot plays a vital role in delivering compassionate, evidence-based investigations that prioritise both the truth and the wellbeing of those involved. The partnership balances intuitive investigation with clinical support and analytical discipline.
“A calm, reassuring presence that helps people process the unknown and reclaim stability.”