Simon Flacks is an Associate Professor in Criminal Justice (Law) at the School of Law, Politics and Sociology, University of Sussex, joining in 2022. He previously held roles at the Universities of Westminster and Reading. His research spans drug law and policy, youth justice, criminology, family law, and human rights. He has collaborated with organizations such as Release, Stopwatch, and the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights. Key publications include work on parental substance use, stop-and-search practices, and the intersection of addiction and criminal justice. His 2025 article in Child and Family Law Quarterly examines regulatory frameworks for parenting, while his 2023 article in Social & Legal Studies interrogates the historical construction of the 'addict-offender.' Scientific awards include being a Finalist for the Social & Legal Studies Editors' Choice Award (2024). He supervises UG, PG, and PhD theses on topics including drugs, addiction, sexuality, crime, and family law.
Christopher Bale is a Senior Lecturer and Subject Area Leader in Psychology & Counselling at the University of Huddersfield, within the Department of Social and Psychological Sciences, School of Human and Health Sciences. He has been a faculty member since 2008 and is actively accepting PhD students. His academic journey includes prior teaching roles at the University of Central Lancashire and the Open University. PhD in Psychology, University of Central Lancashire (2010) MSc in Research Methods in Psychology, University of Liverpool (2004) BSc (First Class) in Psychology, University of Edinburgh (2003) Christopher Bale's research centers on the self, particularly self-concept, self-esteem, and body image, with strong ties to interpersonal relationships, mental health, and evolutionary psychology. He employs quantitative research methods and has explored topics such as emotional intelligence, humor in social attraction, and the psychological impact of pandemics. His work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in mental health and well-being. His recent publications (2021–2025) reflect a shift toward interdisciplinary research, integrating psychology with nursing and public health, especially in studying resilience and spiritual well-being among healthcare professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic. He also continues to publish in evolutionary psychology, examining how self-esteem functions as a tracker of mate value. These works demonstrate a consistent focus on self-evaluation mechanisms across social and clinical contexts. Christopher Bale actively contributes to the academic community through peer review for high-impact journals including Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin , Journal of Forensic Psychiatry and Psychology , and PLoS One . While no formal scientific awards are listed, his h-index of 7 (Google Scholar) and 193 citations (Scopus) reflect steady scholarly impact. He has supervised four research students and continues to mentor PhD candidates. His research network includes collaborations in the UK and internationally, with emphasis on mental health, criminal psychology, and pandemic-related well-being. He is affiliated with research groups focused on psychological assessment, resilience, and evolutionary perspectives on human behavior.
Dr. Patrick Davis is a Core Counseling Faculty member and School Counseling Department Head at Crown College's Graduate School of Ministry . He holds a doctorate in Counseling and Counselor Education from Texas A&M University-Commerce and maintains dual roles as a licensed mental health counselor in private practice and a Board Approved counselor supervisor. 20+ years of counseling experience across university, public schools, substance abuse, and hospital/mental health agency settings Active presenter at professional conferences on topics spanning academic achievement gaps, non-suicidal self-injury, and adolescent sexual offender rehabilitation His clinical expertise focuses on trauma recovery and adolescent mental health, with special emphasis on: Substance abuse interventions Sexual abuse counseling Emotional injury resolution Adolescent behavioral disorders Grief and loss therapies
Beth Robinson is a Professor of Counseling at Colorado Christian University, serving in the College of Adult and Graduate Studies - School of Counseling. She joined CCU in 2021 after holding leadership roles at Lubbock Christian University, including Director of Graduate Studies and Chair of Behavioral Sciences, and serving as Assistant Provost. She has also worked as an affiliate faculty member at Harding University, Texas Tech University, and Liberty University, teaching both in-seat and online courses. Ed.D., Counselor Education, Texas Tech University M.Ed., Educational Counseling, West Texas A and M University B.S.E., Physical Education, Oklahoma Christian University Dr. Robinson's research and professional interests focus on child trauma, family counseling, crisis intervention, child protection, and integrating faith with counseling practice. She is deeply committed to safeguarding children, particularly those who have experienced trauma, and has extensive experience working with foster care, adoption, and legal systems. Her work bridges clinical counseling with pastoral and community-based support, especially in religious contexts. Her publications span over a decade and reflect a consistent commitment to practical, accessible resources for families, churches, and counselors. Themes include child safety, grief, sexuality education, and pastoral crisis response. She emphasizes trauma-informed, faith-integrated approaches and has developed tools such as coloring books to help children understand safe touch and emotional well-being. Dr. Robinson has presented at state, regional, and national conferences and authored several books aimed at equipping parents, clergy, and counselors. Though no formal awards are listed, her body of work demonstrates significant impact in the fields of counseling and child advocacy. She has advised numerous students throughout her academic career and has been involved in training caregivers in orphanages internationally. Her work includes grant-like initiatives through publishing and ministry partnerships, though specific grants are not detailed. She continues to be an active voice in conversations about youth, trauma, and faith. Dr. Robinson is affiliated with professional counseling organizations and maintains licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor in Texas, as well as certification as a School Counselor. Her work with the Texas Girls and Boys Ranch and in court as an expert witness highlights her applied expertise in child trauma.
Célia Isabel Lima Ferreira is an Assistant Professor at the Lusophone University of Porto (ULP) , where she co-directs the 1st Cycle of Studies in Psychology. She holds a PhD in Psychology of Justice from the University of Minho (2013), focusing on post-breakup stalking. Forensic expert and certified psychotherapist Advanced specialist in Justice Psychology (Portuguese Psychologists Order, CP No. 9571) Former director of ULP's Psychology Service (SPULP) and President of its Ethics Commission Research Focus : Crime victims (adults/minors), psychological impact of violence, mental health outcomes, and forensic assessment tools. Her work includes validation of scales (e.g., Child Sexual Abuse Myth Scale) and analyses of stalking prevalence. Publications span victimology, gender violence, and trauma resilience, with recurring themes in Behavioral Sciences & the Law , Victims & Offenders , and European Journal on Criminal Policy . Notable contributions include studies on male stalking victims and institutional responses to obstetric violence. Awards & Affiliations : Effective member of the Portuguese Psychologists Order. No specific scientific awards listed, but extensive involvement in academic governance and victim support frameworks. Leadership Roles : Former coordinator of curricular internships for the 2nd Cycle of Justice Psychology at ULP; active in police-officer training and victim advocacy policy development.
Matthew Hunt is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School in Anaheim, California. He serves on multiple committees including the Institutional Review Board (IRB), Faculty Scholarship Support Committee, and Clinical PsyD Admissions Committee. Additionally, he is the faculty sponsor for the True Colors LGBTQ+ graduate student organization since 2021. Dr. Hunt earned his Ph.D. in Psychology and Social Behavior from the University of California, Irvine in 2013, following a Master's degree in Social Ecology from the same institution in 2009. His undergraduate education includes a B.A. from Indiana University of Pennsylvania (2004) and another B.A. from the University of Pittsburgh (1998). Dr. Hunt's research focuses on social psychology, particularly examining cognitive and affective influences on moral and political judgments. His work spans several specialized areas including motivated cognition, emotion, moral and political judgment and decision-making, with publications that often explore cultural identity intersections with psychological processes. He has taught Social Psychology, Statistics, Research Methods, History & Systems of Psychology, and Human Sexuality at The Chicago School. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on cultural factors in mental health, relationship dynamics, and educational impacts. Dr. Hunt's work frequently examines how psychological processes intersect with cultural identity, particularly in minority populations like Latinx communities and Egyptian Americans. Dr. Hunt is an active member of several APA divisions: Division 1: Society for General Psychology Division 2: The Society for the Teaching of Psychology Division 5: Quantitative and Qualitative Methods Division 8: Society for Personality and Social Psychology Division 26: Society for the History of Psychology With nearly two decades of teaching experience across various educational settings including UC Irvine, UC San Diego, community colleges, and The Chicago School, Dr. Hunt emphasizes supporting students' needs for self-direction and competence in his teaching philosophy. He serves as a dissertation chair and reader for doctoral students and has also taught courses on motivation and emotion, health psychology, cultural psychology, and forensic psychology across multiple institutions.
Mark E. Kassel serves as Affiliate Faculty at The Chicago School, where he is affiliated with the Master of Arts in Psychology program within The College of Graduate and Professional Studies. Based at the online campus, Dr. Kassel brings over 25 years of extensive experience as a clinical and forensic psychologist, educator, and academic leader, having worked with extreme and underserved populations in correctional, community, and global trauma contexts. His academic credentials include: Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Adler University (2005) MA in Counseling Psychology from Adler University (1994) BA from the University of Illinois at Champaign (1987) Dr. Kassel's research and professional expertise are deeply rooted in Clinical Psychology and Forensic Psychology, with specialization in trauma-informed care and diversity-focused practice. Key areas encompass Child and Adolescent Development, Addictions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Comorbid Disorders, and Post-Traumatic Growth, alongside forensic applications in sexual offender treatment, psychopathology, malingering, and expert witness testimony. His work consistently addresses mental health challenges in high-need populations, including HIV/AIDS contexts and sexuality/gender issues. His scholarly trajectory demonstrates evolving focus from foundational forensic research on sexual offender recidivism (2001, 2005) to global trauma intervention initiatives for childcare workers in Africa (2011), highlighting cross-cultural applications of psychological principles in underserved communities. Conference presentations further reveal his commitment to optimizing online education through data-driven enrollment strategies and faculty engagement techniques.
Kristen Clements-Nolle serves as Professor and Graduate Director of Epidemiology at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Public Health. Her research program focuses on social and psychological determinants of health across the lifespan, with particular emphasis on adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and their impact on adolescent behavioral health outcomes. Grounded in positive youth development frameworks, she investigates how resilience factors and positive childhood experiences (PCEs) mitigate ACEs effects. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Epidemiology and an MPH in Behavioral Sciences, both from the University of California, Berkeley. Current research initiatives are supported by major federal grants including: Essentials for Childhood (EfC) in Nevada (CDC, 2023-2028; $2.1M; PI) Nevada System of Care for Youth (SAMHSA, 2025-2028; $1.8M; PI) Nevada Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (CDC, 2024-2029; $2.5M; Co-PI) Her research portfolio demonstrates consistent focus on ACEs, substance abuse epidemiology, and health disparities among vulnerable youth populations. Recent publications reveal increasing attention to cannabis policy impacts, LGBTQ+ health disparities, and school-based surveillance systems. Methodologically, she employs population-based surveys, longitudinal cohort designs, and multilevel analytical approaches. Scientific recognition includes: Foundation Professor designation (2025) Regents Academic Graduate Advisor Award (2023) University Academic Advisor Award (2022) F. Donald Tibbitts Distinguished Teacher Award (2013) Her advising excellence is evidenced by consistent mentorship of student-authored publications (indicated by asterisks in author lists). Current work expands into military family health, transgender youth disparities, and polysubstance overdose epidemiology through Nevada's comprehensive YRBS infrastructure. She directs the state's primary adolescent health surveillance system which informs public health interventions across Nevada's school districts.
Bjørn Kjetil Larsen is an Associate Professor in Psychosocial Work with Children and Young People at the Faculty of Health Sciences and Social Care , Molde University College, Norway. With over 20 years of frontline experience in mental health care, child care, and correctional services, his work bridges academic research and practical application in criminal justice systems. Specialization: Interprofessional collaboration, prison rehabilitation, and social reintegration Education: PhD in interprofessional collaboration, Master’s in social change/administration, Bachelor’s in social work His research focuses on post-prison reintegration challenges , particularly for individuals with substance abuse issues. He explores systemic barriers to interagency collaboration through mixed-methods studies, drug court analyses, and qualitative interviews with correctional staff. Recent publications highlight: Interprofessional dynamics in Norwegian probation services Stigma toward sexual offenders in criminal justice education Structural limitations in addiction treatment programs Evolution of collaborative models for ex-prisoner reintegration Larsen supervises students across bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD programs while contributing to research groups on mental health and interprofessional collaboration.
Lydia Dalhuisen is an Associate Professor at Utrecht University School of Law, affiliated with the Willem Pompe Institute for Criminal Law and Criminology. She holds a Master's in Clinical and Health Psychology (2009) and Criminal Law (2011, cum laude). Her research bridges forensic psychiatry, victim rights, and empirical legal studies, with a focus on arson, criminal responsibility, and TBS orders. She teaches courses such as Neurolaw, Forensic Psychopathology, and Introduction to Forensic Psychiatry and Psychology. Key Expertises: Forensic Psychology Victim Rights Empirical Legal Research Arson Research Focus: Lydia’s research explores the intersection of victims’ roles in forensic psychiatry, particularly during TBS order implementation. She investigates arsonist typology, treatment protocols, and the historical evolution of legal insanity concepts. Her work includes empirical studies on judicial decisions, victim-offender mediation, and societal perceptions of criminal behavior. Publications and Activities: She has authored over 15 significant publications, including her 2016 doctoral thesis Firesetting and Firesetters in the Netherlands , and contributions to journals like the International Journal of Law and Psychiatry and Criminal Behaviour and Mental Health . She serves on the editorial boards of the Journal for Forensic Psychiatry and Psychology and Journal for Restorative Justice , and has presented at international conferences on topics such as victim-offender contact and arsonist treatment. Scientific Awards: PUG Price (2018) Additional Roles: Lydia works as a deputy judge at the Amsterdam District Court and organizes research initiatives at institutions like Van der Hoevenkliniek and Perspective Restorative Mediation.
Dr. Michael Gulayets is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Sociology at MacEwan University, Alberta, Canada. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Alberta (2007) and has been with MacEwan since 2006. Expertise in criminology, forensic psychiatry, and criminal insanity Faculty leader of the Sociological Field School (SOCI 395) Research focuses on individuals found Not Criminally Responsible on Account of Mental Disorder (NCRMD) His research investigates legal/psychiatric decision-making in mental disorder defences and social control mechanisms for NCRMD individuals post-discharge. He also examines contextual factors in violent and sexual offending, bridging criminological theory with forensic practice. Publications reveal interdisciplinary engagement with fields like risk management, recovery models, and threat assessment. Awards include the 2014 MacEwan University Distinguished Teaching Award. Dr. Gulayets supervises student research on criminal insanity, violent offending, and forensic psychiatric services.
Daniel A. Krauss serves as the Crown Professor of Psychology and George R. Roberts Fellow in the Department of Psychological Science at Claremont McKenna College. A dual J.D./Ph.D. graduate from the University of Arizona, he directs the Psychology Law Policy Lab and has established himself as a leading scholar at the intersection of psychological science and legal institutions. His educational foundation includes: B.A. in Psychology from The Johns Hopkins University (Phi Beta Kappa) M.A., J.D., and Ph.D. (Clinical-Psychology, Policy & Law) from the University of Arizona Krauss's research critically examines how psychological principles inform legal processes, with particular focus on jury comprehension of expert testimony, validity of forensic assessments, and systemic biases in criminal justice algorithms. His work demonstrates how psychological science can correct legal misconceptions—such as his 2024 Scientific American analysis exposing flaws in child pornography offender algorithms. He investigates the tension between public perceptions of "crime control theater" and evidence-based policy through experimental studies of juror decision-making and risk assessment communication. His prolific scholarship reveals consistent thematic evolution toward practical applications: from foundational textbook development (5 editions of Forensic and Legal Psychology ) to contemporary critiques of algorithmic justice and Supreme Court jurisprudence. Recent publications increasingly address digital-age challenges in forensic assessment while maintaining empirical rigor in jury simulation research. Major recognitions include: Crown Professorship and Roberts Fellowship (2024) APA Division 41 Outstanding Mentoring and Teaching Award (2022) ABPP Forensic Specialty Award (2020) Western Psychological Association Teaching Award (2019) As a dedicated mentor, Krauss received APA's top teaching award for guiding students through complex legal-psychological intersections. His Supreme Court Fellowship (2002-2003) directly informed research on sentencing guidelines, while current grants support his lab's work on algorithmic transparency and jury decision aids. He actively shapes policy through amicus brief contributions and operational psychology guidelines development. The Psychology Law Policy Lab (psychologylawpolicylab.com) serves as his research hub, conducting empirical studies on forensic assessment validity and public perceptions of legal processes. The lab's current projects examine risk communication formats for sexually violent predator determinations and cross-cultural applications of forensic assessment tools in international courts.
Shilan Caman is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden (2023-2026), affiliated with the Centre for Psychiatry Research and Katarina Howner's Research Group. Her work bridges forensic behavioral neuroscience and clinical psychiatry within Sweden's legal-medical framework. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy from Karolinska Institutet's Department of Clinical Neuroscience in 2017, establishing her expertise in violence-related research through population-based Swedish studies. Dr. Caman's research critically examines intimate partner violence , femicide , and homicide through intersecting lenses of forensic psychology , psychiatry , and criminology . Her methodology combines quantitative epidemiological analysis with qualitative perpetrator interviews, revealing gendered patterns in youth violence, mental disorder comorbidity, and treatment resistance. Key contributions include identifying boldness-meanness-disinhibition dynamics in psychopathy and exposing systemic gaps in femicide prevention. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2015-2025) shows escalating focus on youth intimate partner homicide ( 2024 ) and voluntary help-seeking perpetrators ( 2024 ), while maintaining core investigation of Swedish homicide databases. Her work consistently employs controlled population studies, highlighting Sweden's unique forensic registry advantages and revealing cross-cultural applicability in perpetrator typologies. Dr. Caman currently leads a Swedish Research Council-funded grant (2023-2025) evaluating social service interventions for intimate partner violence perpetrators through mixed-methods design. This project collaborates with Örebro County service providers (Social Services Örebro, Mansforum Örebro) to measure recidivism risk reduction and treatment accessibility barriers, directly informing national policy reforms following Sweden's 2021 Social Services Act amendment. As a core member of Katarina Howner's Research Group, she contributes to the Centre for Psychiatry Research's mission of translating neuroscientific findings into forensic practice, particularly through psychophysiological assessments of empathy and criminal responsibility.
Seo Ho (Michael) Song, MD, DPhil, MBA is the Chief Resident (Research) in the Harvard Psychiatry Residency Program at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He trained at Dalhousie University (BSc), the University of Oxford (MSc, DPhil), and Dartmouth College (MD, MBA), and is affiliated with the Center for Sleep and Cognition. Education Dalhousie University – Bachelor of Science University of Oxford – Master of Science, Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil) Geisel School of Medicine, Dartmouth College – Doctor of Medicine (MD) Tuck School of Business, Dartmouth College – Master of Business Administration (MBA) Research Interests Michael’s work sits at the intersection of sleep neuroscience , clinical psychiatry , and digital health . Beginning with fundamental questions about why we sleep, his Oxford studies uncovered molecular and circuit mechanisms governing sleep homeostasis. Translating these insights to humans, he now investigates non-invasive brain stimulation for sleep disorders, leverages machine-learning approaches on electronic health records to characterize rare neurological diseases, and employs digital phenotyping to capture moment-to-moment variability in mood and sleep in real-world settings. Publications at a Glance Across more than 30 peer-reviewed papers since 2013, Michael’s publications trace an arc from basic discovery (Nature 2016, 2019) to high-impact clinical and translational work (J Sleep Res 2025, JAMA Netw Open 2021). Recent themes include the application of transcranial stimulation in sleep medicine, the influence of sociopolitical stress on sleep, and machine-learning-driven phenotyping of rare disorders such as stiff-person syndrome. Scientific Awards & Honors 2025 – ACLP Developing Scholarship & Research Colloquium Independent Investigator Track 2025 – Chief Resident (Research), BIDMC Harvard Psychiatry Program 2021 – Dorfman Journal Paper Award for Best Review Article 2013–2016 – Commonwealth Scholar, University of Oxford Advising & Grants As Chief Resident for Research, Michael mentors Harvard psychiatry residents and medical students in translational sleep and neuropsychiatry projects. His work has been supported by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission, the Academy of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, and intramural BIDMC research funds. Labs & Teams Michael is an active member of the Center for Sleep and Cognition at Harvard and collaborates closely with investigators in the BIDMC Sleep and Neuropsychiatry Research Groups , integrating molecular, imaging, and digital biomarker approaches to advance precision sleep medicine.
Dr. Reeve Kennedy serves as an Assistant Professor in the School of Social Work within the College of Health and Human Performance at East Carolina University. Her academic home is situated in the Rivers Building on campus, where she contributes to the education of future social work professionals while maintaining an active research agenda focused on critical child welfare issues. Dr. Kennedy's educational background reflects interdisciplinary training across multiple fields relevant to her research: B.A. in Psychology from Vassar College M.A. in Sociology from University of New Hampshire M.S.W. in Social Work from University of New Hampshire Ph.D. in Sociology from University of New Hampshire Postdoctoral training in Sociology and Criminology from The Pennsylvania State University Her research program centers on child well-being with particular emphasis on bullying involvement patterns, child maltreatment dynamics, and foster care outcomes. Dr. Kennedy employs sophisticated meta-analytic techniques to examine trends over time and across populations, with growing attention to racial disparities in child welfare systems. Her recent work has explored the intersection of childhood trauma with bullying victimization, the sexual and reproductive health outcomes of child protection interventions, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cyberbullying patterns. Analysis of Dr. Kennedy's publication record reveals a consistent focus on evidence synthesis through meta-analysis and meta-regression, with increasing attention to racial and gender disparities in child welfare outcomes. Her work spans multiple high-impact journals across psychology, criminology, social work, and pediatrics, demonstrating interdisciplinary relevance. Recent publications show growing emphasis on foster care systems, juvenile justice processing of foster youth, and the mental health consequences of childhood trauma. Dr. Kennedy's scholarly contributions have been recognized through several prestigious awards: NIH Early Career Reviewer Training Program (National Institutes of Health, 2023) AASWSW Mentoring Program (American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare, 2023) Doris Duke Fellowship for the Promotion of Child Wellbeing (Doris Duke Foundation, 2017) Her research impact extends beyond academia, with her work being referenced in policy sources, picked up by multiple news outlets, and shared across social media platforms. Dr. Kennedy currently leads externally funded research examining bullying in Pitt County Middle Schools and serves as investigator on two major North Carolina Policy Collaboratory projects addressing foster care system challenges. Her professional service includes committee work focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice within the Child Well-Being Research Network.
