Nicole O’Banion Nicole O’Banion works in the Office of the Attorney General in Carson City, Nevada which serves Domestic Violence, Sexual Abuse, and Human Trafficking Victims. “…Attorney General Adam Laxalt is committed to ensuring that the most vulnerable receive the respect, care and assistance they need to cope with the crime or crimes committed against…

Mandy Morrill Mandy Morrill, Professor Specialized Topics: Long-term consequences of abusive sibling relationships Gender issues related to abuse Both men and women recovering from abuse and trauma. Dr. Mandy Morrill joined the faculty at Valparaiso University in 2010, and serves as an associate professor of Psychology in the graduate program for Clinical Mental Health Counseling.  Dr. Morrill’s primary research interest…

Brian K. Payne Brian K. Payne, Professor Specialized Topics: Elder Abuse Family Violence over the Life Course Family Violence and Criminal Justice Brian K. Payne is a professor of Sociology and Criminal Justice at Old Dominion University. His research explores strategies for responding to elder abuse in all of its various forms as well as…

Denise Hines Denise Hines Research Associate Professor Specialized Topics: Dating and sexual violence Male domestic violence Family violence Dr. Hines received a B.A. from the College of the Holy Cross in 1995, and an M.A. and Ph.D. from Boston University in 1999 and 2004, respectively. From 2003 until 2005, she was an NIMH Postdoctoral Research…

Jeff R. Temple Jeff R. Temple, Ph.D.     Specialized Topics: Dating Violence Interpersonal Relationships Adolescent Relationship Abuse Jeff will be bringing his expertise on the topic of Dating Violence. Dr. Temple is a Professor, Licensed Psychologist, and Director of Behavioral Health and Research in the department of Ob/Gyn at the University of Texas Medical Branch. His…

Tom Thelen Tom Thelen  Founder of the Victimproof Bulling Prevention Program    Specialized Topics: Bullying Prevention Tom Thelen is the Founder of the Victimproof Bullying Prevention Program. As one of America’s top youth motivational speakers, he has spoken at over 500 schools, colleges, and youth organizations. His message helps schools create a positive culture and shows…

Carol Rhonda Burns Carol Rhonda Burns, Ph.D. Specialized Topics: Interpersonal poly-victimization in male populations Mental Health Advanced statistical analysis Carol Rhonda is currently a Ph.D. researcher based at Ulster University. She gained a 1st Class Hons Degree in Social Psychology in 2013 from Ulster and completed a Masters in Research with Distinction (MRes) in 2014. Carol Rhonda…

Edward M. Stephens Edward M. Stephens, MD – New York Specialized Topics: Family and Interpersonal Conflict and Resolution Psychiatry  Edward M. Stephen, MD is an Irish medical graduate, Board Certified in Psychiatry working in New York for 47 years. He has, in addition to the general practice of psychiatry, had a special interest in family…

David T. Pisarra David T. Pisarra, Esq – Los Angeles  Specialized Topics: Domestic Violence Against Men   David T. Pisarra is a multi-talented, mixed media professional. He is a Family Law Attorney specializing in Men’s and Father’s rights who hosts the Men’s Family Law Podcast, writes a weekly opinion column for the Santa Monica Daily Press, and contributes to The GoodMenProject.com and MensEnews.com websites. He…

R. L. McNeely R.L McNeely Ph.D., J.D  School of Social Welfare, Univ. of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Specialized Topics: Research on domestic violence Legal aspects of domestic violence Dr. R.L. McNeely is a professor of social welfare at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and a practicing attorney. His published books, as well as peer-reviewed journal articles, have focused…