Four-time published “Battered Women’s Syndrome” author whose proactive educational efforts within the legal system ensured fairer treatment for thousands of gender violence victims.
Forensic psychology at NSU COP focuses on the application of clinical psychology to answer real-world questions faced by the legal community. This includes learning to evaluate and treat people involved with the criminal justice system as well as provide for child custody and other family court needs. Some prepare to work in the jails and prisons while others will work in agencies or their own offices. Classes are taught by those faculty who are practicing in the field. The MS program offers the opportunity for lawyers or mental health clinicians to update their skills while the PsyD and PhD programs give a path towards licensure as a psychologist.
Dr. Lenore Walker
