Clare Allely

Prof Clare Allely is a Professor of Forensic Psychology at the University of Salford, UK, with affiliations at Gothenburg University, the University of Glasgow, and the University of Strathclyde. Her work focuses on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and its intersections with criminal justice systems, extremism, and extreme violence. She holds Chartered Psychologist (CPsychol) and Associate Fellow (AFBPsS) statuses from the British Psychological Society.

Qualifications include a PhD in Experimental Psychology (2011), MSc in Forensic Psychology (2014), and a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (2015). Her research explores ASD’s role in offending behaviors (e.g., terrorism, cybercrime) and the psychological pathways to extreme violence. She authored two books: The Psychology of Extreme Violence (2020) and Autism Spectrum Disorder in the Criminal Justice System (2022).

Clare serves as an expert witness in criminal cases involving ASD defendants and advises on legal reforms for neurodivergent individuals. Her work includes developing therapeutic interventions for adults with ASD and advocating for FASD awareness in legal contexts. She contributes to global initiatives, such as the Gillberg Neuropsychiatry Centre and the Institute of Health and Wellbeing, advancing interdisciplinary approaches to mental health and justice.

Key themes in her publications include:

• ASD and radicalization
• Forensic evaluation of neurodivergent offenders
• Risk assessment for violent extremism
• Clinical implications of FASD in criminal justice

Her research bridges psychology, law, and public policy, emphasizing equity for vulnerable populations within legal systems.