Colleen M. Berryessa

Colleen M. Berryessa is an Associate Professor at the Rutgers University School of Criminal Justice, focusing on the intersection of psychological processes, social contexts, and criminal justice systems. Her work examines sentencing, punishment, and courts using mixed-methods approaches.

• Research emphasizes Criminal Justice, Psychology, and Public Policy.
• Active in editorial roles as an Associate Editor for Forensic and Legal Psychology at Frontiers in Psychology.

Her recent publications explore topics such as moral panic in drug sentencing, neurodiversity in legal contexts, and public attitudes toward judicial wellness. Collaborations span institutions in Chile, Mexico, the U.S., and Indonesia. No specific awards, students, or grant details were found in the provided texts.