Holding a Doctor of Philosophy and bringing more than 30 years of professional experience in trauma psychology and terrorism research, this expert serves as an expert witness in matters involving post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), psychological trauma, terrorism-related psychology, and reproductive mental health issues. The expert’s work examines the psychological effects of violence, trauma, and coercion on individuals and communities, as well as behavioral and mental health factors relevant to criminal, civil, and employment-related disputes. The expert has more than 20 years of expert witness experience, including consultation, deposition testimony, and courtroom testimony across multiple types of legal proceedings.

The expert’s expertise includes the assessment and psychological evaluation of trauma-related disorders, including PTSD, acute stress disorder, anxiety, depression, and dissociative responses to traumatic events. The expert also addresses reproductive trauma and loss, including psychological issues related to pregnancy loss and family planning, and has conducted professional work related to family violence education and marriage and family therapy. Her work frequently involves evaluating the psychological impact of traumatic experiences and assessing emotional and behavioral responses in both clinical and forensic contexts.

Another major component of the expert’s work concerns the psychology of terrorism and radicalization, including research into ideological motivations, behavioral pathways to radicalization, and the psychological dynamics of hostage situations and extremist group involvement. Her research includes direct interviews with terrorists, family members, associates, and hostages, contributing to analysis of recruitment, manipulation, and disengagement from extremist movements, as well as studies on psychosocial resilience to terrorism and trauma resulting from technological disasters. Educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy degree, supporting a career that combines psychological research, forensic analysis, trauma assessment, and expert testimony involving complex behavioral and mental health issues.