Beanlands’ program of research focuses on psychosocial response, health behaviors and quality of life in chronic illness; with a particular interest in chronic kidney disease. She is also interested in developing novel interventions to support self-management and treatment decision making, as well as promoting psychosocial well-being for people living with a variety of chronic conditions. Beanlands’ current work includes collaborations with a multidisciplinary, multi-site team currently designing and testing a decision support tool for people living with a specific form of kidney disease.