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This expert has 10 years of experience as a litigator and more than 30 years of experience as a staff person and volunteer in agencies advocating for victims of abuse and neglect. In addition to her Juris Doctorate and Masters Degree in Human Relations, she also has a diploma from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine Department of Pediatrics in Interdisciplinary Training in Child Abuse and Neglect. A nationally and internationally recognized expert in the area of child sexual abuse prevention, she played an integral role in the research, development, and implementation of a child sexual abuse prevention program that is delivered in 87 U.S. Catholic dioceses, representing about 75% of the Catholics in the U.S. Currently, this expert is the Owner and Principal of a consulting firm that provides programs and services to educate adults about the nature and scope of child sexual abuse and teaches adults how to recognize other adults whose behavior may indicate that they are a potential risk to children. Her consulting firm also works with corporations and agencies to create policies, procedures, and processes for screening and supervising employees and volunteers who work with children.
Owner and Principal, A consulting firm in OK
Juris Doctor (JD), University of Oklahoma
Atlanta,
Oklahoma
This qualified nursing expert earned her ADN from Eastern Oklahoma State College and her BSN from East Central University. She is a board certified emergency nurse and certified in advanced cardiac life support and basic life support. She is also a certified adult and adolescent sexual assault nurse examiner. This expert as published four for the Emergency Nurses Association where she is also a member. She holds additional memberships with the International Association of Forensic Nursing and the American Nurses Association. She has served formerly as a flight nurse for Eagle Med Air Medical Service and as a trauma nurse at OU Medical Center. Currently, this expert works as an emergency department educator and staff nurse at an acute general care hospital in Oklahoma.
SANE Program Coordinator, A Medical Center in OK
Master of Science (MS), Western Governors University
Stillwater,
Oklahoma
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What Can a Sexual Abuse Expert Witness Opine On?
Clinical Assessment
Evaluate symptoms and history of abuse.
Therapeutic Intervention
Provide counseling and support services.
Safety Planning
Develop strategies for personal safety.
Referrals to Resources
Connect survivors with support organizations.
Trauma-Informed Care
Address emotional needs with sensitivity.
Crisis Intervention
Offer immediate support during emergencies.
FAQs for Sexual Abuse Expert Witnesses
What is a sexual abuse expert witness?
A sexual abuse expert witness is a qualified professional who explains abuse dynamics and impact in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, offering opinions, and testifying to clarify complex sexual abuse issues.
In what types of cases can a sexual abuse expert witness provide assistance?
A sexual abuse expert witness assists in civil lawsuits, criminal prosecutions, child custody disputes, institutional abuse claims, clergy abuse cases, and workplace harassment matters.
How can a sexual abuse expert witness bolster the credibility of a victim’s testimony?
A sexual abuse expert witness bolsters credibility by explaining trauma responses, validating victim behavior patterns, and linking testimony to established psychological and forensic evidence.
What specific training qualifies a sexual abuse expert witness to opine on trauma responses?
A sexual abuse expert witness is qualified by advanced clinical degrees, trauma-focused certifications, and extensive experience assessing and treating sexual abuse survivors’ trauma responses.
How does a sexual abuse expert witness evaluate delayed disclosure in alleged victims?
A sexual abuse expert witness evaluates delayed disclosure by examining trauma responses, victim age, relationship to the abuser, fear, shame, and research on typical reporting patterns.
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