Amy E. Ellis

Dr. Amy E. Ellis is an Associate Professor and Director of the Trauma Resolution & Integration Program at Nova Southeastern University's College of Psychology, Department of Clinical and School Psychology. She is a dedicated researcher and clinician specializing in trauma treatment for underserved populations.

Dr. Ellis received her educational training from prestigious institutions:

• Ph.D. from Nova Southeastern University
• M.S. from Nova Southeastern University
• M.A. from Adelphi University
• B.A. from Hofstra University

Her research focuses on trauma in underserved populations who face increased exposure and risk to traumatic experiences, with particular attention to men, LGBTQ+ individuals, and racial and ethnic minorities. Dr. Ellis specializes in tailoring evidence-based trauma treatments to meet the specific needs of these populations, recognizing the unique stigma and barriers they face when seeking treatment. Her work emphasizes culturally competent interventions that address the complex intersection of identity and trauma.

Dr. Ellis is actively involved in significant research funding initiatives. She serves as co-Principal Investigator on a large national grant from the Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute, which examines the effectiveness of peer-delivered online motivational interviewing for GBTQ+ men with sexual trauma histories. Additionally, she is a co-Investigator on a National Institute of Justice grant exploring victimization prevalence and treatment barriers among U.S. Latine individuals.

As Director of the Trauma Resolution & Integration Program (TRIP), Dr. Ellis leads a comprehensive initiative focused on developing and implementing trauma treatments for marginalized populations. Her work has gained national recognition through media appearances in Psychiatric Times, The Hill, The Conversation, and a New York Times letter to the editor, highlighting her expertise on male sexual abuse survivors and the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in trauma recovery.