Let's Talk Forensic Psychology

We were very grateful to be joined by David Prescott to discuss the understanding and assessment of sexual violence risk and protective factors. David is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and mental health practitioner of over 40 years. He is the Director of the Safer Society Continuing Education Centre and has authored and edited over 30 books on understanding and improving services for at-risk clients. You can learn more about his comprehensive work and contributions, including an upcoming training on the SAPROF-SO here: https://safersociety.org/continuing-education/structured-assessment-of-protective-factors-against-sexual-offending-saprof-so-version-1-training-ot280/We welcome your feedback. Leave a comment below, connect with us on social media or email us at [email protected]

We are joined by Carl Gacono, PhD, ABAP and Jason Smith, PsyD, ABPP, to explore their work in the field of forensic psychology, specifically focusing on psychopathy diagnosis and treatment, as well as gender and cultural differences.They have a YouTube podcast called 'Inside the Psychopathic Mind' / @InsidethePsychopathicMind  You can also view their work, research and publications here:www.maverickpsychology.comwww.researchgate.net/profile/Jason-Smith-43www.researchgate.net/profile/Carl_GaconoSmith, J.M., Gacono, C.B., & Cunliffe, T.B. (2021). Understanding Female Offenders: Psychopathy, Criminal Behavior, Assessment, and Treatment. Academic Press Elsevier. Smith, J.M., Weinberger-Katzav, Y., & Fontan, P. (Eds.) (2022). The Rorschach: A Comprehensive System – Revised®, Supplementary Scales Handbook. Rorschach Workshops.We welcome your feedback. Leave a comment below, connect with us on social media or email us at [email protected]

We were joined by Dr Ken Logan, licensed clinical psychologist and professor of clinical psychology at George Fox University, to discuss moral injury and harm.Having trained clinicians internationally in trauma treatment and crisis intervention, Ken specialises in treating anxiety, stress, and trauma, with a clinical emphasis in working with first responders, military personnel, and ministry leaders.You can access more information on his website, including a link to his YouTube channel as well as blogs and other relevant resources: https://www.drkenlogan.com/And you can find his book 'Trust Wounds: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Healing Moral Injury' on Amazon. We welcome your feedback. Leave a comment below, connect with us on social media or email us at [email protected]

We were joined for our 50th episode by Emeritus Professor Anthony Beech.Retired from his role as Head of the Centre for Applied Psychology at the University of Birmingham, UK, Tony's research interests include risk assessment, the neurobiological bases of offending, reducing online exploitation of children, and increasing psychotherapeutic effectiveness of treatment given to offenders.We must also thank him for his significant contributions to Forensic Psychology, amongst which is the setting up of the HCPC and BPS accredited Forensic-Clinical Doctorate at the University of Birmingham. We discussed his most recent publication and involvement with The Empathy project, links to both can be found below:Dickie, I., Beech, A. R., & Wareham, S. (2026). Cultural responsivity: Treatment of sexual violence. Wiley. https://doi.org/10.1002/9781394161102The Empathy Projecthttps://www.theempathyproject.co.uk/ We welcome your feedback. Leave a comment below, connect with us on social media or email us at [email protected]

We were joined by Emeritus Professor David Wilson to discuss his work in prisons, and more broadly in Criminology.As the Founding Director of the Centre for Applied Criminology at Birmingham City University, David is also the author of more than 25 books, a National Teaching Fellow, and former editor of The Howard Journal. David's work combines a passion for penal reform with a keen interest in true crime and popular culture, reflected in award‑winning TV documentaries such as Interview with a Murderer, In the Footsteps of Killers, and Crime Files. He is also co‑host of the podcast This Much is True Crime, author of A History of Britain in 20 Murders, and has recently completed a sell‑out national tour, Tartan Noir, exploring how crime fiction shapes public perception.We welcome your feedback. Leave a comment below, connect with us on social media or email us at [email protected]